Get help at Neighborhood Centers

Health services by RNs (Registered Nurses)

• Check your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar
• Pregnancy testing and referrals if needed
• Help coordinate your health care if you have a chronic disease
• Refer you to a doctor or clinic if needed

Basic services

• Food pantry and other food help
• Child safety seats
• Notary services
• Help you fill out forms and applications
• Bus passes

Social services

• Short-term counseling
• Help you find a job
• Help you apply for other benefits

Rent and utility help

Neighborhood Services Unit has limited funds for Rent and Austin Energy assistance. 

We will no longer be accepting walk-in requests for Rent or Austin Energy assistance at neighborhood centers. All requests must go through the Rent & Utility line. Call 512-972-5780.

Requirements for rent and utility help

• Must be experiencing a financial crisis.
• Must be a resident of Austin/Travis County.
• Must be a renter with your name on lease or contract.
• Rent/utility bill must be PAST DUE in order to receive help.
• Household income must be at or below 200% Federal Poverty Income Guidelines (FPIG). (See table, 18.2KB)
• Must have proof of recent crisis or financial trouble causing you to need help with your bills.
  • Examples may include but are not limit to:
    • Losing a job or having fewer hours
    • Medical bills, sickness
    • A member leaving the household
    • New family or household members
    • Funeral expenses
• Please review the Document Checklist (188KB) to see what needs to be submitted.

Information and referrals

• Help find other resources in the community
• Training and education
• Rent and utility help
• Help you find clinics, doctors, and health insurance

Other services at different times of the year

• Fans -- in the spring; call for exact dates
• Flu vaccine -- in the fall; call for exact dates

Dove Springs Neighborhood Center -- Southeast Austin
Directions: 5811 Palo Blanco Lane, Austin, TX 78744
Phone: 512-972-6699

Rosewood Zaragosa Neighborhood Center -- Central East Austin (Reopens June 9, 2025)
Directions: 2800 Webberville Road, Austin, TX 78702
Phone: 512-972-6740

South Austin Neighborhood Center -- South Austin (Reopens Summer 2025)
Directions: 2508 Durwood Street, Austin, TX 78704
Phone: 512-972-6840

St. John Community Center -- Northeast Austin
Directions: 7500 Blessing Avenue, Austin, TX 78752
Phone: 512-972-5159

East Austin Neighborhood Center -- East Austin
Directions: 211 Comal Street, Austin, TX 78702
Phone: 512-972-6650

Montopolis Community Center -- Southeast Austin
Directions: 1200 Montopolis Drive, Austin, TX 78741
Phone: 512-972-6705

Blackland Neighborhood Center -- Central East Austin (Reopens June 9, 2025)
Directions: 2005 Salina Street, Austin, TX 78722
Phone: 512-972-5790

To view, click calendar below. 

Food Distribution and Health Screenings July 2025 Calendar (839KB)