Community Support Resources
Community Resources for Rent, Utilities, Health, and More
At Pecan Park, we care about the well-being of our residents. While we are not directly connected to the organizations listed below, we want to help guide families toward trusted local programs that offer support during difficult times. These resources can help with rent assistance, utility bills, healthcare, senior services, and more. Many programs are available in both English and Spanish.
City of Austin Resources
• Customer Assistance Program
Utility bill discounts and support for residents facing financial or medical hardship.
coautilities.com/support/customer-assistance
• 2-1-1 Texas & ConnectATX (United Way)
Free help finding local resources for housing, food, healthcare, and more.
Call: 2-1-1 or (877) 541-7905
211texas.org | unitedwayaustin.org/connectatx
• Renter Resources
Info on rental help, eviction protections, and tenant rights.
austintexas.gov/page/resources-renters
• Senior Services Hub
Resources for senior healthcare, food, transportation, and home repair.
austintexas.gov/page/austin-senior-services-hub
• Home Repair Programs
Info for grants or low-interest loans to help homeowners repair, maintain, and make their homes safer and more accessible.
austintexas.gov/HomeRepairs
El Buen Samaritano - Financial and Rental Assistance
The purpose of the Financial and Rental Assistance Program is to provide tenant rental assistance services to those at risk of facing eviction. Our goal is to provide financial assistance with rent, moving, and storage costs to reduce residential displacement of tenants in Austin, preventing individuals and families from experiencing homelessness, and assist households in the case of emergency events (weather, public health, fire, etc)
(512) 439-8900
www.elbuen.org
Lone Star Cares – Health & Wellness Support
Lone Star Cares is a nonprofit serving Central Texas with free and low-cost health, wellness, and support services for children and families. They offer pediatric care, counseling, health education, and assistance connecting to community resources. Their mission is to ensure every child has access to quality healthcare and a healthy start.
(512) 306-4337
lonestarcares.org
Prosper Health Coverage
Prosper Health Coverage has helped over 60,000 Texans find affordable health insurance and avoid medical debt. This free service is open to all individuals and families in Texas—regardless of income, language, or immigration status. Federally certified Navigators help clients compare Medicaid, CHIP, and Marketplace plans, enroll in coverage, and access doctors, medications, and care.
https://foundcom.org/health-coverage
VELA Families – Parent Advocacy & Support
VELA is a nonprofit in Austin empowering parents of children with disabilities (ages 0–18) to become their child’s greatest advocate. They offer free, hands-on courses, monthly support groups (in English & Spanish), case management, and workshops—both virtually and in-person. Services are culturally responsive and designed to build community, equity, and self-care for families navigating complex systems.
(512) 850‑8281
velafamilies.org
Austin Habitat for Humanity
Austin Habitat for Humanity helps Central Texas residents maintain and improve their homes through critical repairs, including roofing, siding, and accessibility upgrades. The organization also provides affordable homeownership opportunities, housing counseling, and financial education to promote long-term housing stability.
(512) 472-8788
austinhabitat.org/programs
Meals on Wheels Central Texas
Meals on Wheels Central Texas provides a variety of services to support seniors, veterans, and adults with disabilities, including home-delivered meals, congregate lunch centers, in-home care, and home repair programs. These services help ensure safe, healthy, and independent living by addressing nutrition, safety, accessibility, and social needs.
(512) 476-6325
mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org
Immigration & Legal Assistance
• American Gateways – Austin Office
Provides free and low-cost immigration legal services, including help with citizenship, family petitions, DACA renewals, and deportation defense.
(512) 478-0546
418 East Highland Mall Blvd, Suite 106, Austin, TX 78752
americangateways.org
• Casa Marianella – Adult Shelter & Immigration Support
Offers emergency housing, legal referrals, ESL classes, and case management for newly arrived immigrants and asylum seekers.
(512) 385-5571
821 Gunter St, Austin, TX 78702
casamarianella.org
• Catholic Charities of Central Texas – Immigration Legal Services
Provides affordable, confidential legal help with family petitions, green cards, DACA, and naturalization, available in English and Spanish.
(512) 651-6100
1625 Rutherford Ln, Austin, TX 78754
ccctx.org/immigration-legal-services
• RAICES – Austin Office
Offers free and low-cost immigration legal assistance, advocacy, and education for families, asylum seekers, and children.
(800) 409-2893
2101 S I-35 Frontage Rd Ste 300, Austin, TX 78741
raicestexas.org
• Immigrant Services Network of Austin (ISNA)
Connects immigrants and refugees to local providers offering legal aid, ESL classes, employment, and family resources.
austintexas.gov/department/immigrant-services-network-austin