A publication of the Housing Authority of Travis County and its affiliate organizations
Volume VI | Issue 9 | November 2022
Our mission is to preserve and develop affordable housing and vibrant communities which enhance the quality of life for all.

COMING TO HATC: CAMP FIRE'S PLAY TO LEARN PROGRAM

The HATC Foundation is collaborating with Camp Fire Central Texas to bring in-person programming to HATC communities!

Camp Fire staff will be on site conducting their Play to Learn program. Play to Learn is an interactive learning space for parents and their children ages 18 months to 5 years old. Parents and children will participate in outdoor activities, music, storytelling, interactive games, and projects that aid in the social and educational development of young children.

Austin Public Library will also be on site with free books and entertainment. All HATC families with children 5 and under are invited to participate. Children must be accompanied by a guardian--the class is designed to be enjoyed by children and adults!

Play to Learn will take place on the following dates, with more to be announced in the future:

Alexander Oaks Community Room:
  • Tuesday, Dec. 6 (10 am-12 pm)
  • Tuesday, Dec. 13 (10 am-12 pm)
  • Tuesday, Dec. 20 (10 am-12 pm)
  • Tuesday. Jan. 3 (10 am-12 pm)
  • Tuesday, Jan 10 (10 am-12 pm)
  • Tuesday, Jan 17 (10 am-12 pm)

If you are interested in participating, you can contact hatcfoundation@traviscountytx.gov, eric.lindholm@traviscountytx.gov, or (512) 854-6201.
MEDICAL ACCESS PROGRAM

In the coming weeks, Community Coalition for Health will be canvassing HATC communities in order to sign eligible residents up for Central Health's Medical Access Program (MAP).

MAP is a health coverage program for uninsured Travis County residents with low income. With MAP you and your eligible family members can see a doctor, a dentist, and get medicine.

You can learn more and apply for MAP here.

THANKSGIVING RESOURCES
In need of a free, warm meal for yourself or your family this Thanksgiving? Check out the following local resources:

United Way for Greater Austin is hosting the H-E-B Feast of Sharing, an annual Thanksgiving dinner for the community. The 2022 event will be held on Tuesday, Nov 22 from 4pm - 8pm at the Palmer Events Center. Individuals can walk-in for the event. No reservation is required.

Caritas of Austin's Community Kitchen will be serving a Thanksgiving lunch either hot or to go on Wednesday, Nov 23rd from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm.

Sunrise Community Church (4430 Menchaca Rd) will be hosting its Annual Thanksgiving meal for the community. To protect the health of the community during COVID-19, the meal will be served outside. Meal will be served on Thursday, November 24, from 11am - 1pm. Walk in to attend the meal. No appointment necessary.

Mount Olive Baptist Church (1800 East 11th Street) provides to-go meals for the community on Thanksgiving Day. Meals include turkey and all of the fixings. Walk in during designated hours to receive a meal to-go. The event will take place Thursday, November 24, 2022 from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm.

St. Louis Catholic Church (7601 Burnet Road) is providing a Thanksgiving meal on November 24, 2022 from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm or until food runs out. Walk ups are welcome. Donations are accepted. For more information on how to make a donation, call 512-454-0384. If you are interested in volunteering, visit the website to sign up.

Iglesia Bautista Principe de Paz (1204 Payton Gin Rd) hosts an annual Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving Day (11am - 1pm). Participants can walk in to have the Thanksgiving meal on site or pick up a meal in a to-go container. To-go meals will be distributed in to-go containers at the church parking lot in a drive-thru and walk-thru event.

The Great Thanksgiving Banquet program provides hope, compassion and a hot meal to those who are experiencing homelessness during the holiday season. The meal takes place on the Sunday before Thanksgiving from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at I-35 & East 7th Street.

You can find a complete list of Thanksgiving meals and distributions in the area HERE.
CONNECTATX: AN EASY WAY TO FIND LOCAL RESOURCES

Use ConnectATX to find up-to-date information on food, housing, transportation, child care, parenting classes, job training, COVID-19 vaccine, and more.

Need help with finding resources? Call (833) 512-2289, chat with a team member, or text your zip code to 85511.

If you would like someone to give you a call to explore resources, fill out this quick form. It only takes a few minutes to complete!
CAREER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Prepare for a career that pays well and employers need! Workforce Solutions Capital Area offers scholarships to support training for some of the high-skill, high-growth occupations in Central Texas.

Start now at wfscapitalarea.com
Here's a great resource for youth ages 16 - 24, the future skilled workforce of Central Texas!

Austin Goodwill is currently hosting regular in-person and virtual orientations offering job interview prep, paid internship opportunities, and more!
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