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Adult Learning Center/Huston-Tillotson College
Administrative Building Huston-Tillotson
900 Chicon St.
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 505-3055 Samuel Wheeler
(512) 505-3159 Alt. Director

AISD Community Education
1111 W. 6^th St. #A-370
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 414-0215 Fax (512) 473-3840

Services After school child care summer day camps, tutoring, adult basic education,
TASS preparation, and homeless student assistance
Restrictions Vary by programs
Cost Regular fee
Child Care Some Available
Web Site www.communityeducation.org 

AISD Community Education
3908 Avenue B. #113
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 414-0215 Fax (512) 414-0377

AISD/Victory Tutorial Program
1111 W. 6^th St. #D-150
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 414-1700

AISD/Victory Community Schools
Various parts of the city
(512) 414-1700

Services English as second language and other adult education
Restrictions Legal residency
Cost Regular fee
Child Care Not Available

Almeda House/Vocational Support Services
4019 Manchaca Road
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 472-4357 Ext. 2 326-5991 Admin 926-5301 Fax 326-5841

Services Child Care Call for information
Short-term residential program for adults with mental illness seeking employment.
Includes meals, job readiness skills, counseling, etc.
Restrictions Adults with mental illness, motivated to gain employment
Cost Medicaid accepted

American Youth Works
422 Congress
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 472-8220

Americorps* NCCC
903 San Jacinto #130
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 916-5671 Fax (512) 916-5806

Americorps* Vista
903 San Jacinto #130
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 916-5671 Info 463-1814 Admin Fax (512) 916-5806

Services Twelve month residential service volunteer opportunity, volunteers work to improve the environment, education, and public safety, earning a monthly living allowance, medical insurance, student loan deferment, $4725 educational award (may be used to pay student loans)
Restrictions People ages 18-24, US citizens or legal permanent residents
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information
Web Site www.cns.gov

Any Baby Can Child & Family Resource Center
1208 E. 7^th St.
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 477-1130 Fax (512) 477-9205

Asian Literacy Council/Asian Chamber of Commerce
8557 Research Blvd. #140
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 302-0016 Fax (512) 302-4148
Services English as second Language, Asian Culture classes including Vietnamese, Chinese, Korean and Japanese
Restrictions Must be a member of the chamber
Cost Free
Child Care Not available, referrals to child care are available

Austin Academy/Workplace Competency Program
2101 IH35 Suite 109
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 326-8655 Fax (512) 326-8677 Veronica Tutaj
Services Communication and computer skills, math, GED, job placement assistance
Restrictions Above 5^th grade reading level, legal resident of Travis County
Cost Free
Child Care Not Available
 

Austin Academy-East
2101 S. IH35 #109
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 326-8655 Admin Fax (512445-4460
Services GED preparation, English as second language, computer skills, workplace competency, Entertech job training, and Financial Training
Restrictions Adults ages 18 – 75, on low income in Travis County
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information
E-mail austinacademy@austintx.net

Austin Academy-West
6328 Shadowbend
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 491-8232
Services GED preparation, English as second language, computer skills, workplace competency, Entertech job training, and Financial Training
Restrictions Adults ages 18 – 75, on low income in Travis County
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information
E-mail austinacademy@austintx.net

Austin Area Summer Youth Collaboration
P.O. Box 1925
Austin, TX 78767
(512) 324-1899
Services Referrals for youth to summer activities, employment referrals, volunteer opportunities, academic skills , camps, and recreation
Restrictions Youth ages 6-17 years old
Cost Information is free
Child Care Not Available

Austin Area Urban League
1825 E 38^th ½ St.
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 478-7176  Fax (512) 478-1239
Services Career and personal development education, job training
Restrictions For disadvantaged individuals
Cost Free
Child Care Voucher Available

Austin Community College/Adult Education
5930 Middle Fiskville Rd.
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 223-5123/223-7532  Fax (512) 223-5136
Services GED preparation, English as second language, adult basic and secondary education
Restrictions Legal residents, 17 or older
Cost Free
Child Care Not Available

Austin English Academy
2520 Longview Suite 404
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 476-1933 Fax (512) 476-1936
Services English as second language, TOELF preparation
Restrictions Adults only
Cost Regular fee
Child Care Not Available
E-mail aea@texas.net

Austin Free Net
1711 S. Congress
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 326-9084 Fax (512) 326-8309
Services Intro to computers and Internet, English/Spanish classes, free computers in public libraries and other locations
Restrictions Call for details, must be able to read
Cost Free
Child Care Not Available
Web Site www.austinfree.net E-mail ana@austinfree.net

Austin History Center
810 Guadalupe
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 499-7480 Fax (512) 499-7483
Services Historical information about Austin & Travis County, collection of maps, city directors, newspapers, videos and other information
Restrictions Anyone in the community of Travis County
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Austin Learning Academy
P.O. Box 6923
Austin, TX 78762
(512) 457-9194 Fax (512) 457-9129
Services Adult basic education, GED preparation, English as second language, career and college preparation, technology, parenting, early childhood education
Restrictions Priority to those most in need
Cost Free
Child Care Available

Austin Lighthouse for the Blind
2831 Manchaca Rd.
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 442-2329 Fax (512) 442-5498
Services Supported work center for people with/without visual impairments, classes to read Braille, computer classes, sells canes & paper, order items upon request
Restrictions Adults with an emphasis on the visually impaired
Cost Services are free, product prices vary by item
Child Care Call for information

Austin Task, Inc.
P.O. Box 151479
Austin, TX 78745-1479
(512) 448-1480 Fax (512) 448-1480
Services Employment opportunities for individuals with poor or no work history, training, education about good habits, job placement
Restrictions People with poor or no work history, including those with mental illness, mental retardation, substance abuse, hearing impaired
Cost Placement service free to consumers. Employers pay for work performed
Child Care Call for information

ARCIL
5555 N. Lamar Suite J125
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 832-6349 Fax (512) 832-1869
Mike O’Neill
Services Independent living resource center, independent living skills classes, assisting devices, advocacy
Restrictions Disabled adults only
Cost Free
Child Care Not Available

ASERT (Austin Supported Employment & Rehab Technology)

Breast Cancer Resource Center
2nd Floor Brackenridge Hospital
P.O. Box 1532
Austin, Texas 78767
512-472-1710
512-472-1776  fax
Maria T. Maldonado

Capital Area Job Club
9430 Research Blvd. Ste. 140 Bldg. II
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 338-9144 Fax (512) 346-9149
Services Weekly networking group for people in career transition. Job seekers are requested to bring paper & pen and to be prepared to stand up and introduce themselves
Restrictions Anyone 16 or older in transition to new jobs or careers
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information                                                                                                                    

Capital IDEA                                                                                                                
1604A E.2^nd St.
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 472-5575 Fax (512) 236-8997
Services Job counseling and referral, referral to other resources as needed for job search
Restrictions For people on temporary assistance
Cost Free
Child Care Not Available

Capital IDEA
504 Lavaca St. #1008
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 457-8680 Info 457-8610 Admin Fax (512) 457-8526
Services Long-term job training, may include: Health Care: (LVN, Surgical Tech, Paramedic), High Tech (Electrician, etc.) and support services, interviews with partnering employers after training
Restrictions Determined adults in, who are eligible to work in the U. S.
Cost Free in Travis County
Child Care Available call for more information
E-mail sjackobs@capitalideainc.com

Capital of Texas Workforce Center-Eastview
3401 Webberville Rd. Bldg. 1000
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 223-5400 Recording (512) 839-9116
Services Monthly week-long job search seminars, on-site interviews by various employers, use of computers, printers telephone, etc., career counseling, and other service
Restrictions Anyone in the Travis County community, youth programs 15-17
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Capital of Texas Workforce Center-South
4175 Friedrich Ln. #200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 381-1695 Recording (512) 832-9116
Services Monthly week-long job search seminars, on-site interviews by various employers, use of computers, printers telephone, etc., career counseling, and other services
Restrictions Anyone in the Travis County community, youth programs 15-17
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Capital of Texas Workforce Center-North
825 E. Rundberg Ln. #E2
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 719-4145 Recording (512) 832-9116
Services Monthly week-long job search seminars, on-site interviews by various employers, use of computers, printers telephone, etc., career counseling, and other services
Restrictions Anyone in the Travis County community, youth programs 15-17
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Career Resource Center
ACC @ Pinnacle Campus
7748 Hwy. 290 West Rm 216
Austin, TX 78736
(512) 223-8111 Fax (512) 223-8069
Services Reference library of career and occupational information, job description, salary ranges training requirement information available
Restrictions Anyone in the Travis County community
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Carver Branch Library
1161 Angelina St.
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 472-8954
Services Printed & audio-visual publications for check out and reference materials, free use of computers (does not provide paper or diskettes
Restrictions Anyone in the community of Travis County
Cost Free for City of Austin residents & children, Austin Energy customers $24 annual, others $48 annual, three month card $15
Child Care Not Available
Web Site www.ci.austin.tx.us/library

Casa Marianella
821 Gunter St.
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 385-5571 Fax (512) 385-5575
Services Shelter, food, clothing, for recent immigrants and refugees, basic English as second language
Restrictions Recent immigrants and refugees
Cost Free
Child Care Not Available

CEACO Success for Kids
2326 E. Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 236-8961 Fax (512) 236-0365
Services Youth development, life skills training for elementary and middle school-aged children, health education, tutoring, creative arts, etc.
Restrictions Youth ages 5- 14, emphasis on East Austin residents
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

CHOICES Program-East
3401 Webberville Rd. Bldg. 1000
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 381-4200 Fax (512) 476-0956
Services Job search program mandatory for TANF recipients, training, job readiness, placement, bus passes, gas allowance, assistance with uniforms and other related expenses, GED test fee Assistance
Restrictions TANF recipients, and those with TANF applications pending
Cost Free
Child Care Available

CHOICES Program-South
4175 Friedrich Ln. Suite 200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 381-4200 Fax (512) 381-4251
Services Job search program mandatory for TANF recipients, training, job readiness, placement, bus passes, gas allowance, assistance with uniforms and other related expenses, GED test fee Assistance
Restrictions TANF recipients, and those with TANF applications pending
Cost Free
Child Care Available

CHOICES Program-North
825 E Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 719-4145 Fax (512) 719-9016
Services Job search program mandatory for TANF recipients, training, job readiness, placement, bus passes, gas allowance, assistance with uniforms and other related expenses, GED test fee Assistance
Restrictions TANF recipients, and those with TANF applications pending
Cost Free
Child Care Available

Christian Women’s Job Corps of Austin
C/o South First Baptist Church
3715 S. 1^st St.
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 441-0038 Fax (512) 301-0701
Services Basic communication skills, computer skills, life skills training for women to equip them with self-sufficiency, bible study
Restrictions Women in need in Travis County
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

City of Austin/Employee Learning Program
Human Resources Department, ODA
2800 Spirit of Texas Dr.
Austin, TX 78719
(512) 308-8215 Lynn Wolfe
Services Adult literacy, English as second language, GED preparation
Restrictions For City employees only
Cost Free
Child Care Not Available

Community Advocates for Teen Parents
7501 Blessing Ave.
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 451-0252 Fax (512) 451-0291 Bobbie Clark
Services Shelter for pregnant teens, job training, parenting classes, English as second language classes
Restrictions For pregnant teens ages 14- 17
Cost Free
Child Care Available

Communities in Schools – Aspire – Even Start
Various school campuses
(512) 462-1771 Fax (512) 462-0825 Jason Sabo
Services Social services and counseling, tutoring, family literacy, various programs on different campuses
Restrictions School age and their families, call for details
Cost Free
Child Care Some available
Web Site aspire@ci.austin.org

Communities in School – HIPPY
Various school campuses
(512) 462-1771 Fax (512) 462-0825 Martha Gilbreath
Services Social services, counseling, family literacy; various programs on different campuses
Restrictions School age and their families, call for details
Cost Free
Child Care Some available

Community Options, Inc.
802 Rio Grande
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 236-8757 Fax (512) 236-8862
Services Provides information, referrals and support services for people with disabilities to services that help them to function in community
Restrictions People with any disability, either physical or mental in Travis County
Cost Call for information

Community Rehabilitation Services*
300 N. Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 637-7100 Voice 480-8093 TDD Fax (512) 472-6521
Services Job readiness vocational skill evaluation, GED preparation, application, resume, interview assistance, accompany client to interview
Restrictions Youth 16 and older with disabilities in Travis and Williamson Counties
Cost Fees may be paid by referring agencies
Child Care Call for information

Community Technology Training Center
At Travis High School and
Reagan High School
(512) 323-6773 Ext. 153 Fax (512) 323-5884
Services Computer training, beginner to advanced, work skills, computer classes in Spanish
Restrictions Adults only, legal residents
Cost Regular fee
Child Care Not Available

Creative Learning Services
None Available
Call for appointment
(512) 345-3342 Cindy Lauder
Services Diagnosis and evaluation of learning disabilities; academic and tutoring program; resources for other referrals
Restrictions Ages 4 to adult
Cost Regular fee
Child Care Available

Crime Prevention Institute
3737 Executive Center Dr. #150
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 502-9704 Fax (512) 502-0497
Services Job placement assistance for ex-offenders upon release from Travis County Criminal justice Center
Restrictions Newly released ex-offenders
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

DeWitty Job Training & Employment Center
2209 Rosewood Ave. #205
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 472-5718 Fax (512) 478-6972
Services GED preparation, adult basic education, computer classes, application completion, resume writing, interview techniques, employment seminars, Internet usage for job seeking
Restrictions Adults in Travis County
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Down Home Ranch                                                                                                    

Dream Team 2000
1825 East 38 ½ St.
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 478-7176 Fax (512) 478-1239
Services Life skills training for youth, homework assistance, computer training, career development, field trips
Restrictions Students ages 12-17, at AISD
Cost Free
Child Care Not Available
Web Site www.aul.org E-mail aaul@austinfree.com

Easter Seals
919 W. 28^th ½ St.
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 478-2581 Fax 476-1638
Services Job placement and long term job retention for individuals with chronic health problems and developmental disabilities
Restrictions Individuals with disabilities
Cost Free    
Child Care Call for information
Web Site www.easterseals.org E-mail
East Side Story                                                                                                                 
2209 Rosewood Ave. 1^st Floor                    
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 322-2350
Services After-school care for children in east and northeast Austin, help with homework, TASS test tutoring, computer training, summer camps
Requirements Youth 6-13 living in zip codes: 78702, 78721, 78723, and 78724
Cost Summer Camps are $75
Child Care Not available, referrals to child care are available

Even Start (Del Valle ISD)
3311 FM 973 South
Del Valle, TX 787617
(512) 385-0077/247-5746 Fax (512) 247-5271
Services Family literacy, English as second language, pregnancy classes
Restrictions Must have child in school in Del Valle ISD
Cost Free
Child Care Some Available

Even Start (Rosewood Family Learning Center)
2001 Rosewood Avenue
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 458-1958
Services GED preparations, English as second language, parenting, classes, family literacy
Restrictions Ages 17and older, must have children in AISD, locals only
Cost Free
Child Care Available

Experience Unlimited/Senior Employment
901 W. Riverside Dr.
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 480-3006 Fax (512) 474-1881
Services Provides free job referral bank for seniors
Restrictions Seniors 50 and older, and unemployed in Travis County
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Experience Unlimited-Senior AIDES
901 W. Riverside Dr.
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 480-3006 Fax (512) 474-1881
Services Job training for older adults, workers are placed in non-profit agencies providing community services
Restrictions Low income people ages 55 and older in Travis County
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Explorer Post #26
715 East 8^th Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 416-5551 Fax (512) 416-9924
Services Hands-on program teaching youth about law enforcement
Restrictions Youth ages 14-21in Travis County, must pass a background check
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information
Web Site www.ci.austin.tx.us/police

First Workers Day Labor Site
4916 N. IH35
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 453-3712 Fax (512) 453-3690
Services Free job placement for unemployed adults, daily jobs/daily pay, from $8-$10 per hour, positions filled on first come – first served basis
Restrictions Unemployed adults, serves workers without regard for documentation
Cost Free only for Travis County
Child Care Not Available
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Gate way Construction Training Program

                                                                                                                                               

Goodwill Temporary Services, Inc                                                                                
300 N. Lamar Blvd.                                                                                                                                                                                                
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 477-7002 Voice 472-7834 TDD Fax (512) 472-4743
Services Job placement assistance in temporary or temp-to-full time positions with various city & government agencies, computer refresher course
Restrictions Adults with mental/physical disability or disadvantaged (teen parent, non-English speaking, ex-offender, etc
Cost Free only for Travis & Williamson Counties

Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
823 Congress Ave. #1330
Austin, TX 78701-2429
(512) 476-7502 Fax (512) 476-6417
Services Provides support to the Hispanic business community by providing small business development especially minorities and women, promotes international trade opportunities
Restrictions Anyone in the community with emphasis on the Hispanic business community
Cost Annual membership fee
Child Care Call for information
Web Site www.hispanicaustin.com E-mail reception@hispanicaustin.com

Human Potential Center
1806 Cinnamon Path, Ste. B
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 441-8988
Services Workshops and other services for individuals and their families on personal growth, self-esteem, and self –awareness
Restrictions Individuals and families in Central Texas
Cost Fees vary by service, some scholarships, barter or volunteer trade opportunities available
Child Care Call for information
Web Site www.healthyliving.org
E-mail potential@healthyliving.org
International Dyslexia Association (formerly Orton)                                                     
11506 Queen’s Way
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 452-7658
Services Dyslexia resource, information, teaching suggestions                                                                                                                    
Restrictions None
Cost Free
Child Care Not Available

IEIS Language School
1501 W. 5^th St. Suite D
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 476-3909 Fax (512) 476-6004
Services Intensive English classes, TOEFL preparation, issue I-20’s for immigrants
Restrictions 14 and older
Cost Regular fee
Child Care Not Available

Job Source/Goodwill Industries
300 N. Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 637-7100 480-8093 TDD Fax (512) 472-6521
Services Job search for youth, assistance with resume and application
Restriction Youth 16 or older with low income or disability in Travis & Williamson Counties
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information
Job Support Group                                                                                                                                                
8134 Mesa Dr.
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 345-8314 Church
Services Assistance and support to women looking for job a job, assistance with resume writing interviewing, job search technique, and opportunity to network. Please bring paper and pen
Restrictions Unemployed, under employed or wanting to change jobs or career in Central Texas area
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Jump Start*/Goodwill Industries
300 N. Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 637-7100 Voice 480-8093 TDD Fax (5120 472-6521
Services Job placement in part-time computer assembly for youth with disabilities
Restriction Youth 16 or older with disabilities in Travis & Williamson Counties
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Knowbility, Inc
P.O. Box 684671
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 637-7172
Services Provides education for youth and adult with disabilities about employment opportunities in high tech industry and preparation
Restrictions Anyone in the community with emphasis on people with disabilities nationwide
Cost Call for information
Child Care Call for information
Web Site www.knowbility.org E-mail info@knowbility.org

Liberation Station
9027 Northgate Blvd. #101
Austin, TX 78758-6453
(512) 834-1827 Fax (512) 834-9504
Services Lending library loans adapted toys, equipment, computers, and software also provides training to parents and professionals on adapting toys etc.
Restrictions Only persons with disabilities, their families, and professionals who work with persons with disabilities
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Life Works Education & pre Employment Skills Center                                                     
1221 W. Ben White Blvd. Bldg. #A-210
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 442-5696 Fax (512) 443-5423
Services GED preparation, pre-employment skills, life skills, field trips and guest speakers, individual assistance as needed, or in small groups
Restrictions Youth 17-121; or 16 if close to 17^th birthday, in CPS custody or on probation. Must have at least 4^th grade reading level
Cost Offers sliding scale to income eligible in Travis County
Child Care Call for information

Life Works
6114 S. 1^st St.
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 441-8336 Fax (512) 447-5943
Services Youth and family services, camps, GED preparation, counseling, youth shelter, teen parenting services, school group, housing and homeless services for youth
Restrictions Varies by service
Cost Free or sliding scale
Child Care Not available, referral for child care available

Literacy Austin
2002A Manor Rd.
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 478-7323 Fax (512) 479-7323
Services Tutoring in adult literacy, adult basic education, English as second language
Restrictions 17 or older, for literacy: reading at less than 5^th grade levels for ESL no college level education
Cost Free
Child Care Not available
Web Site www.austin360.com E-mail literacy@io.com

Little Walnut Creek Branch Library
835 Rundberg Ln
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 836-8975
Services Computer classes, Internet classes, open lab/homework center and educational software for the public
Restrictions Anyone in the community
Cost Free
Child Care Not Available

Manchaca Road Branch Library
5500 Manchaca Rd.
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 447-6651 Fax (512) 444-5132
Services Visual & printed publications for check –out, reference materials, children’s story times, computer access, meeting rooms
Restrictions Anyone in the Travis County area
Cost Free for City of Austin residents & children, Austin Energy customers $24, Others $48 annual, three month card $15
Child Care Not Available
Web Site www.ci.austin.tx.us/library
Marbridge Ranch                                                                                                            
1 Bliss Spillar Rd.
Manchaca, TX 78652
(512) 282-1114 Fax (512) 282-3723
Services Job training and support in a sheltered work center, residential program for those employed on site
Restrictions Adults and mentally retarded adults
Cost $1,000- $1700 per month
Child Care Call for information

Mary Lee Work Center
1339 Lamar Square Dr.
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 443-9628 Fax (512) 442-6825
Services Provides a sheltered workshop for adults with disabilities
Restrictions Adults with any disability in Travis County
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information
Web Site wwwMaryLeeFoundation.com
E-mail MaryLee@MaryLeeFoundation.com

Metropolitan Austin Interactive Network
P.O. Box 328
Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 303-6246
Services Provides online information about computers, parents guide to the Internet, provides free web sites to non-profit organizations
Restrictions Must live in Travis County
Cost Free
Child Care Not available

New Life Institute
1203 Lavaca St.
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 469-9447 Fax (512) 478-6169
Services Marriage, couple family individual counseling regardless of faith or practice, Areas of specialty: divorce, marriage, remarriage, spirituality, forgiveness, anxiety, depression, retiring, relocating & work related
Restrictions Anyone in the Travis County Community
Cost Accepts Medicaid, Medicare & Private Insurance, offers sliding scale to income eligible
Child Care Call for information

NOW Employment Services                                                                                    
Various Locations
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 472-4357 Intake (512) 440-4088 Admin
Services Career planning, job placement, coaching skills training & follow-along, supports people to work in integrated jobs in community
Restrictions Adults with mental retardation or Autism in Travis County
Cost Accepts Medicaid, offers sliding scale to income eligible
Child Care Call for information

Oak Springs Branch Library
3101 Oak Springs Dr.
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 926-4453 Fax (512) 928-9719
Services Printed & audio publications for check-out, reference materials, tutoring through the Victory Tutorial Program, income tax forms
Restrictions Anyone in the Travis County area
Cost Free for City of Austin residents & children, Austin Energy customers $24 annual, others $48 annual, three month card $15
Child Care Not Available
Web Site www.ci.austin.tx.us/library

Oak Creek Village Community Center                                                                                             
2324 Wilson St.
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 442-6250 Fax (512) 442-3011
Services Welfare to work transition classes, resume writing, interviewing skills, computer, Internet, parenting, nutrition, and health classes
Restrictions Residents of Oak Creek Village in South Austin
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Older Worker Program/Goodwill Industries
300 N. Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 637-7100 Voice 480-8093 TDD (512) 472-6521
Services Job placement assistance for older adults, career assessment, job plan, job search skills, also assist in finding potential employers
Restrictions People 50 or older, ethic good work ethic. No income eligibility requirements
Cost Free only Travis & Williamson Counties

PosAbilities, Inc.
1108 Kramer Ln. Ste. E
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 837-0082 Fax (512) 837-7388
Services Day habilitation and vocational skills training for people who are mentally challenged
Restrictions Adults ages 21- & older who have a mental disability
Cost Offers sliding scale depending on severity of disability
Child Care Call for information

Peak Performers                                                                                                                                          
314 Highland Mall Dr. Suite 115
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 453-8833 Fax (5120 453-6716
Services Placement in temporary employment for people with disabilities in government jobs
Restrictions Must have clerical or administrative skills, physical, mental etc. disabilities, 17 or older
Cost Free for Travis County only
Child Care Call for information

Prevent Blindness
1100 West 45^th St.
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 459-8936 Fax (512) 459-8937
Services Information about eye care, safety, free vision screening for day care centers, support groups for people with macular degeneration, amblyopia (lazy eye), and strabismus (crossed eyed)
Restrictions Anyone in the community, 20 Counties in Central Texas call for more information
Cost Free
Child Care Call for information

Project Rio*
4175 Freidrich Ln. #200
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 381-4212 Fax (512) 467-2548
Services Provides employment services, job referrals, and case management for ex-offenders
Restrictions Ex-offenders ages 16 and older, released from State Institutions, TX Dept of Criminal Justice or Texas Youth Commission
Cost Free
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Reading is Fundamental
1601 Haskell St.
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 472-1791 Fax (512) 472-9366
Services Distributing books to young children volunteer readers
Restrictions Ages 0-7
Cost Free
Child Care Not Available
E-mail lcantu@io.com
Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic                                                                              
1314 W.45^th St.
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 323-9390 Fax (512) 323-9399
Services Recording material for the blind and dyslexic, especially educational textbooks on audio cassette
Restrictions Must have certified disability
Cost  Regular fee, scholarships available
Child Care Not available
Web Site www.rfbd.org

River City Youth Foundation
5209 S. Pleasant Valley Rd.
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 440-1111 Fax (512) 442-6226
Services Provides mentoring, tutoring informal group counseling, computer classes, educational, cultural, and recreational events
Restrictions Youth 9-18, with emphasis in zip code 78744
Cost Free
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Riverside Drive Branch Library
2410 Riverside Dr. #c-8
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 448-0776 Fax (512) 444-6280
Services Spanish & English publications for check-out ( print & audio), Internet and e-mail classes in English & Spanish, tutoring and other services
Restrictions Anyone in the Travis County area
Cost Free for City of Austin residents & children, Austin Energy customers $24 annual, others $48 annual, three month card $15
Child Care Not Available
Web Site www.ci.austin.tx.us/library

School to Career
3000 S. IH35 #200
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 462-1771 x126 Fax (512) 462-0825
Services Career assistance, exploration, field trips, job readiness training, summer employment for high school students in participating schools
Restrictions Students from: Austin, Johnston, Lanier & Reagan High Schools
Cost Free
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School-to-Work Transition                                                                                                   
5903 Fiskville Rd. #507.6
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 323-6773 x110 Fax (512) 323-5884
Services Program dedicated to develop a school-to-work program transition system, training to out-of-school youths for jobs in the hospitality industry
Restrictions Youth 16-19 in Travis County
Cost Free
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Self Serve Program
C/o ACC Eastview Campus
3401 Weberville Rd.
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 472-3395 Fax (512) 472-1189
Services GED preparation, job placement assistance, substance abuse referrals, ongoing case management, advanced training in food service
Restrictions TANF recipients; and people with household income below 200% Federal Poverty Guidelines in Travis County
Cost Free
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Senior Community Services Employment Program-North
825 E. Rundberg Ln. #E-2
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 719-4145 Fax (512) 719-9016
Services Skill assessment, training, job placement, counseling, and support services to help older adults obtain employment
Restrictions Low income people 55 and older & eligible to work in the U.S.
Cost Free
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SeniorNet Computer Learning Center
3710 Cedar St. #126
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 451-1932 Fax (512) 451-3110
Services Computer classes,
Restrictions Only for Seniors
Cost $35 annual memberships, plus $75 per 8 week class
Child Care Not Available

Summer Youth Employment Program
100 N. IH35
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 708-4590 Info 473-4147 Admin Fax (512) 473-4127
Services Program matches teens and businesses for summer employment
Restrictions Must complete 15 hours of job readiness and be between 14-17
Cost Free only in Travis County
Child Care Not Available

Supported Employment Program/Goodwill Industries
300 N. Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 637-7100 Voice 480-8093 TDD Fax (512) 472-6521
Services Supported employment for youth with severe disabilities, assessment, job placement, coaching, with twice monthly follow-up
Restrictions Youth ages 16 & older, who have a severe disability
Cost Call for information
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SWT Educational Talent Search
2406 Rosewood Ave.
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 476-2450 Fax (512) 476-2452
Services Mentor and career counseling, help with college applications, workshops on study skills, peer pressure, career awareness
Restrictions For students in the 6^th-12^th grades in AISD
Cost Free
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Web Site www.swt.edu

TDH Volunteer Mailroom
1100 W. 49^th St.
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 458-7111 Michelle Reeves-Volunteer Coordinator
Fax (512) 458-7286
Services Mailroom assistance to state agencies, assembly of materials, and first-and third-rate mail outs, for people with/without disabilities
Restrictions Must be 14 years or older to volunteer. Must be state agency to use mailroom assistance
Cost Free
Child Care Not Available
Web Site www.tdh.state.tx.us E-mail michelle.reeves@tdh.state.tx.us

Telecommunity Partnership Initiative                                                                                   
C/o Travis High School
1211 E. Oltorf
(512) 323-6773 x 153 323-6773 x 157 Fax (512) 323-5884
Services Computer classes, training and assistance with job placement to area residents, information about internship and higher education opportunities,
Restrictions Unemployed adults with low income in Travis County
Cost Free
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Terrazas Branch Library
1105 E. Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 472-7312 Fax (512) 479-8558
Services Printed & audio publications for check-out, reference materials, tutoring through the Victory Tutorial Program, income tax forms
Restrictions Anyone in the Travis County area
Cost Free for City of Austin residents & children, Austin Energy customers $24 annual, others $48 annual, three month card $15
Child Care Not Available
Web Site www.ci.austin.tx.us/library

Texas Rehabilitation Commission
2416 S. Lamar Ste. A
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 448-2333 Voice 448-2333 TDD (888) 877-8086 Toll Free
Services Many services to assist people to obtain and maintain a job, career assessment, job search skills, and job coaching
Restrictions Must have multiple handicaps (physical/mental) for ongoing-support to maintain employment w/ ability to earn 15% of min wage
Cost Free
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Transition Program for the Blind
4800N.Lamar Blvd. #100
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 377-0544Voice 377-0546 TDD (800) 687-7008 TDD & Voice
Services Medical and vocational assessment to determine eligibility, adaptive equipment, career exploration and guidance, preparation for college
Restrictions Youth ages 13-22 legally blind through totally blind
Cost Free
Child Care Not available

Twin Oaks Library
2301 S. Congress Ave. #7
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 442-4664 Fax (512) 448-0744
Services Printed & audio publications for check-out, reference materials, tutoring through the Victory Tutorial Program, income tax forms
Restrictions Anyone in the Travis County area
Cost Free for City of Austin residents & children, Austin Energy customers $24 annual, others $48 annual, three month card $15
Child Care Not Available
Web Site www.ci.austin.tx.us/library

Unity Friendship Baptist Church
3515 Webberville Rd.
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 477-4249
Services Typing, computer, drug prevention and bookkeeping classes, also working on program to assist the homeless
Restrictions Youth 15 and older and adults, Travis County residents
Cost Free
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University Hills Branch Library
4721 Loyola Lane
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 929-0551 Fax (512) 929-0285
Services Printed & audio publications for check-out, reference materials, tutoring through the Victory Tutorial Program, income tax forms
Restrictions Anyone in the Travis County area
Cost Free for City of Austin residents & children, Austin Energy customers $24 annual, others $48 annual, three month card $15
Child Care Not Available
Web Site www.ci.austin.tx.us/library

US Peace Corps
Flawn Academic Cir. FSC 20 University of Texas Site
Austin, TX 78713-7969
(512) 471-7900 Local (800) 424-8580 National Toll Free
Services Program places volunteers in over 90 countries around the world with the mission to fight hunger, disease, illiteracy, and poverty, monthly allowance for food, housing, clothing, free medical and dental and transportation to overseas placement on site
Restrictions Adults ages 18 and older (no upper age limit), must be US citizen
Cost Free
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UT Speech & Hearing Center Speech Communication Center
Jesse H Jones Communication Center UT
Austin, TX 78712
(512) 471-3841 Fax (512) 232-1804
Services Diagnosis and evaluation of speech and hearing problems, speech therapy
Restrictions Speech problems
Cost Sliding Scale
Child Care Not available
E-mail www.utexas.edu

Vaughn House
1701 Evergreen Ave.
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 444-6081
Services Job readiness/ workplace competency training for individuals with chronic health problems and developmental disabilities, job coaching and supervision
Restrictions Individuals with disabilities
Cost Free
Child Care Not available

VIP Educational Services                                                                                                  
3921 Steck
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 345-7942 Fax (512) 345-0314
Services Academic program for learning disabilities and attention deficit disorder, some regular education and enrichment classes
Restrictions For children and adults
Cost Regular fee
Child Care Not available

VRC Industries*
2203 W. 35^th St.
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 454-5882 Fax (512) 374-6991
Services Vocational rehabilitation services for people with mental retardation
Restrictions Residents of Austin State School only
Cost Free
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Women’s Welfare to Work Program
8101 Cameron #104
Austin, TX 78754
(512) 833-0444 Fax (512) 833-0666
Services Education and support to women transitioning off welfare, information on keeping a job, staff also meets with employer to assure both client and employers’ needs are met
Restrictions Women on public assistance in Travis County
Cost Free
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Work Adjustment Training Program                                                                                 
707 E. 9^th St.
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 322-0000 Fax (512) 322-0625
Services Vocational Training and work experience for people with disabilities
Restrictions People with disabilities
Cost Free
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Workforce Development Program
315 E. St Elmo
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 440-7819 Fax (512) 441-6632
Services On-the-job training, support services, supported employment for adults with or without disabilities
Restrictions Adults with disabilities including: physical, mental retardation, mentally ill, learning disability, substance abuse and parole
Cost Free
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Web Site www.easter-seals.org

Workforce Program for the Deaf
1701 Evergreen Ave.
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 444-6081 Voice 444-5832 TDD Fax (5120 441-9878
Services Provides job skills training and job coaching for deaf adults
Restrictions Adults who are deaf AND have another disability (physical/mental)
Cost Not a sliding scale program, if funding is needed, TRC may pay
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Workforce Training and Career Development
1825 E. 38^th ½ St.
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 478-7176 Fax (512) 478-1239
Services Computer classes, job readiness, GED preparation, English as second language, career assessment, job placement, counseling, referrals
Restrictions Adults below 100% of Federal Poverty Guidelines. Must [pass typing test 15 wpm. Central Texas area with emphasis on Travis County
Cost Free
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Workforce 2000/Asian American Chamber of Commerce
8557 Research Blvd. #140
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 302-0016 Fax (512) 302-4148
Services Customized job training for TANF or food stamps recipients and refugees, GED preparation, English as second language, job placement
Restrictions Must be on TANF or food stamps, or refugee or seeking political asylum in Travis County
Cost Free
Child Care Available

Sources:                                                                                                                                                 
Literacy Austin
United Way
The City Of Austin – Health and Human Service Department / Vennessa Martin                             
Austin Technology Coalition