HEALTH + WELLNESS

List of phone numbers to call in a crisis:

  1. In an emergency, dial 911

  2. Austin Travis County Integral Care, LMHA Mental Health Crisis Numbers 512-472-4357

  3. 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline:  Call or text 9-8-8 or 2-1-1, option 8

  4. Crisis Text Line:  Text 741741, free 24/7

Ask your program staff about your member assistance program for resources on wellness programs and crisis and mental health support. Additionally, each program may offer specific resources relevant to physical and mental well-being. 

  • Corps Network Health Plan Resources Page
    The Corps Network Health Plan is an Affordable Care Act and Minimum Essential Coverage compliant health insurance plan for AmeriCorps members. Learn more about how to access coverage and what options are available to members on this plan. *Talk to program staff to ensure that your program offers this benefit. 

  • People's Community Clinic: Dental Care
    People's Community Clinic provices a comprehensive list of dental resources in the Austin area, including community care clinics, mobile dental vans, providers offering routine care and specialized services, as well as information on costs and qualifications for each facility.

  • Mental Health Toolkit in Spanish
    This Mental Health Toolkit is focused on promoting holistic healing practices and providing resources for individuals interested in exploring alternative methods for physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being in the Austin, Texas area.

  • Mental Health Toolkit in English
    This Mental Health Toolkit is focused on promoting holistic healing practices and providing resources for individuals interested in exploring alternative methods for physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being in the Austin, Texas area.

  • NCCC Mental Health Resources
    Scroll past the NCCC-specific resources and, starting at Cultural Wellness, this website offers resources for specific needs or communities for targeted support to prioritize well-being and mental health during service.

  • Integral Care - Local Mental Health Authority
    Integral Care of Austin supports adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities in Travis County. Services include a 24-hour helpline for anyone who needs immediate support, ongoing counseling to improve mental health, drug and alcohol treatment to help with recovery, and housing to regain health and independence

  • Out Youth
    Out Youth provides a safe and supportive environment for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults in Austin, offering programs, counseling, resources, and community events to promote acceptance and well-being.

  • YWCA
    YWCA Greater Austin provides trauma-informed mental health services, youth programs, community services, and training aimed at empowering women, eliminating racism, and fostering social justice in the Austin community.

  • Stress Management & Self Care from Service Year Alliance
    Service Year Alliance offers guidance and strategies for managing stress and practicing self-care, tailored specifically for individuals engaged in service year programs.  While some of the embedded hyperlinks are not functional, this resource offers many articles exploring the science of stress and functional tools for self-care and stress management. 

  • Happy Habits Resources
    The Hi How Are You Project provides a comprehensive resource of mental health graphics, educational materials, and tools to start a conversation about mental health. Print and share within your team and community. 

  • Mindful Minute Exercise 
    At the start of your day, take a few minutes to reflect on these six self-coaching prompts to ground and center yourself, so you can launch your day with mindfulness, purpose, and focus!