THINK LIVE BE WELL- The Student Advocacy Center’s Health and Wellness Program uses evidence-based information to develop and implement programming on the SAC campus; providing resources and education that foster healthy living. Our hope is to empower students to make healthy lifestyle choices that will increase their quality of life.
SAC is dedicated to our students and offers many services that fall under the 10 Dimensions of Health, keeping students healthy and in class to pursue their academic goals.
Visit our webpage to learn more.
To get support with the following dSS services: Academic advising, Course accommodations, TSI Testing, Group Advising, Tutoring for math classes or Assistance with online adaptive resources, please contact us at sac-dSSstudent@alamo.edu or call (210) 486-0020.
COVID-19 Resources
General:
Lifeline Crisis Chat
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency Hope Line: 1-800-622-2255
Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5880 *Offers a 24/7 national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or any human- caused disaster.
Food:
Meal Finder Map
San Antonio Food Bank
Recovery Groups:
In the Rooms hosts over 130 live video meetings every week, run by fellowship chair people who invite members to share amongst the group. With a meeting attendance confirmation option, members can track the meetings they attend. Calendar of groups students can attend for FREE.
Support Groups:
Domestic Violence
Online Meetings Directory for Men, Women, Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Blind/Visually Impaired, Loners/Internationalists, Atheist/Agnostic
LGBTteetotalers- recurring social/support calls for folks who are queer, trans or questioning and sober, sober curious, or in any kind of recovery. These are not recovery meetings, they’re a space for individuals to get together, socialize, and support each other with other people who understand our experiences. This is a Zoom meeting format.
Anxiety:
The Tribe- Peer to peer online support group that uses a blog where members can share their story or speak their mind
Anxiety and Depression Association of America- Anonymous peer to peer online anxiety and depression support group
Student Athletes- Offers free courses on managing stress during their time away from campus and sports, managing health and nutrition fundamentals, and tips for building a resume.
Childcare:
Need assistance paying for Childcare? Childcare Development Fund
Childcare Eligibility Application
YMCA is offering emergency childcare services
Corona Virus Specific:
CDC Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) How to Prepare Manage Anxiety & Stress
Talking with children about Coronavirus Disease 2019: Messages for parents, school staff, and others working with children
For VA and Military Affiliated Students assistance, please call 210-486-0111 or email SAC-VA@alamo.edu and your inquiry will be directed to the appropriate staff member to assist you.