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$13.5 Million ARCH Shelter Funding Approved For Next 5 Years

Posted by Beth Unite · February 05, 2019

Facing a five percent increase in the homeless population of Austin each year, the city council agreed to move homelessness to priority number one, as viewed in last week’s meeting.

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The Greatest Health Dangers Facing the Homeless and How You Can Help

Posted by Beth Unite · January 24, 2019

Living on the streets comes with many health complications, most of which people with stable housing never think twice about. If you know you have a place to call home with heat and running water many of these ailments wouldn’t cross your mind.

New East Austin Apartment Complex to House Homeless

Posted by Chris Ornelas · January 07, 2019

Integral Care, the Local Mental Health Authority for Travis County, has partnered with the City of Austin to create Terrace at Oaks Springs, a 4-story, 40,000 sq. ft. apartment complex. This is a 50 resident complex to house homeless citizens, half of which will be veterans.

How to Give the Gift of Art This Holiday Season

Posted by Beth Unite · December 19, 2018

There is an art to giving gifts. Give something personal and thoughtful this year to your gift list. Gifting art can be intimidating so we’re here to guide you on how to make sure they’ll love it! Art is a great gift for family members, significant others, co-workers and mentors. It’s a timeless gift that will bring them happiness for years to come.

Mobile Homeless Healthcare Initiative Announced for Austin

Posted by Chris Ornelas · December 14, 2018

A local med school and health centers are teaming up to bring a mobile healthcare unit to the streets of Austin that provides much needed health services to the homeless community.