For people experiencing homelessness, navigation can change everything.

 

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 Thousands of Austinites experience homelessness on any given day.

 
 

If you look carefully, you will see evidence of people living unsheltered lives in Austin. Tents, encampments, homemade shelters, and structures of all kinds abound.

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Access to navigation for individuals living in these encampments allows them to connect with vital healthcare and other services. Navigation also guides individuals through the complex and often confusing process of pursuing permanent housing.

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Navigation changes everything.

 
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Identification

Service Point ID

Texas ID

Social Security Card

Vital Records

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Medical

MAP Card

Community Care

Integral Care

Referrals

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Nutrition

Meal Served Daily

SNAP Sign-Up

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Housing

Coordinated Assessments

Housing Information

Housing Referrals

Case Management

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Mailing Address

Mail

Packages

Medication

Secure Document Storage

 

How do we tackle homelessness in Austin?