Mission: To promote life-long success by providing Human Services and connecting people to community resources.
Vision: To provide leadership, develop collaborative strategies, and maximize resources to improve the quality of life for children, families and seniors in our community.
Services: The Department of Human Services provides comprehensive direct and contractual services in the areas of Early Education and Child Care Assistance, Education, Financial and Emergency Assistance, Homeless Assistance, and Senior Services.
Homeless Connections Hotline provides assistance for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless.
| Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
If you are currently experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless, Homelink can help by assessing your situation and connecting you with the most appropriate housing resource.
After enrolling with Homelink, if your need is not met by an immediate referral, you must maintain your eligibility every 30 days. This will be explained further during your Homelink assessment.
| Monday: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM , 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM , 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM , 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Thursday: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM , 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Friday: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM , 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Free.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Free.
Public bathroom.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Located in parking garage at corner of S. St Mary's and Travis.
Public bathroom.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Adults and seniors are invited to participate in many recreational, educational, and social programs.
With a focus on encouraging healthy lifestyles, both physical and mental, a variety of classes are offered for your enjoyment.
A hot home-cooked meal is served Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at noon in partnership with H.E.B. A reservation is required.
Every last Wednesday of the month, people with birthdays or anniversaries that month are honored with a musical presentation, cake, or an ice cream social.
Click here to view and register for classes at this location. (If there are no results for classes at this location, a list of classes, programs, and activities at alternate locations will be provided.)
$7 annual fee for participants age 60 and over; $15 for participants ages 18-59.
| Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Free.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid & CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their need and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership (EHS-CCP) Program is 6 weeks – 35 months of age.
Our Early Head Start-Childcare Partnership (EHS-CCP) Program recruits families receiving Child Care Services (CCS). Often times, CCS requires a co-payment, and families are responsible for paying their own co-payment directly to each child care center.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Provide continental breakfast and lunch as well as social and educational opportunities, art program and seasonal-themed activities,
Free.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Free.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Free.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid and CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their need and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Head Start Prekindergarten Program is three years old on or before September 1.
Head Start is a federally funded program provided at no cost for qualifying families. We provide education, health and dental screenings, nutrition, family support, and training services for your family.
The John Tobin Community Center is an open play center with an indoor gym and two game rooms. Half-court basketball is scheduled daily, and table games are available.
| Monday: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Thursday: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Friday: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Saturday: 10:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid & CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their need and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership (EHS-CCP) Program is 6 weeks – 35 months of age.
Our Early Head Start-Childcare Partnership (EHS-CCP) Program recruits families receiving Child Care Services (CCS). Often times, CCS requires a co-payment, and families are responsible for paying their own co-payment directly to each child care center.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid & CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their need and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Head Start Prekindergarten Program is three years old on or before September 1.
Head Start is a federally funded program provided at no cost for qualifying families. We provide education, health and dental screenings, nutrition, family support, and training services for your family.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Free.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Early Head Start provides comprehensive child and family development services for low-income families with infants and toddlers ages birth to three years. Early Head Start provides early, continuous, intensive and comprehensive child development and family support services on a year-round basis. The purpose of the program is to enhance children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development for school readiness; to support parents' efforts to fulfill their parental roles; and to help parents move toward self-sufficiency. AVANCE-San Antonio offers a two-option program for children and their families consisting of Home-based Option and Center-based Option providing services at licensed Childhood Development Centers. At all times Early Head Start services at least 10% children with disabilities.
Services Provided:
- Infant/Toddler Child Development Classrooms
- Early Childhood Education and Development
- Services for Infants & Toddlers with Special Needs
- Bilingual and Dual Language
Children 6 weeks to 3 years old.
Our Early Head Start-Childcare Partnership (EHS-CCP) Program recruits families receiving Child Care Services (CCS). Often times, CCS requires a co-payment, and families are responsible for paying their own co-payment directly to each child care center.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid & CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their need and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Head Start Prekindergarten Program is three years old on or before September 1.
Head Start is a federally funded program provided at no cost for qualifying families. We provide education, health and dental screenings, nutrition, family support, and training services for your family.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
When temperatures rise to potentially dangerous levels, it is important to stay inside an air-conditioned space whenever possible.
This is one of over 80 cooling centers that is operated by the City of San Antonio and open to the public.
VIA is offering fare-free trips to and from cooling centers while they remain open. Click here to find a bus route to this Cooling Center.
Free
| Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
This center provides programs to help seniors lead active, independent, and engaged lives. This is done through comprehensive nutrition, wellness, and education services.
Services include:
- A daily lunchtime meal
- Transportation services to eligible seniors living within a 5-mile radius of the center
Programs and activities include:
- Exercise classes
- Drawing and painting classes
- Dance classes
- Field trips
- Health and education
- Percussion group
- Walking group
To become eligible to attend this center and participate in services, individuals must reside in Bexar County and meet one of the following criteria:
- 60 years and older
- Under 60 years married to a 60+ participant who attends the center and accompanies the participant to the center
- Under 60 years, disabled, and resides with a 60+ participant and accompanies the participant to the center (only applicable to the HEAL Meal Program)
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Senior transportation service is available at all city-operated Senior Centers.
Seniors enrolled at any of the City-operated Senior Centers and live within a five-mile radius of the center may qualify for morning pick-up and afternoon drop-off to and from the Senior Center.
For Senior Center Transportation call (210) 207-7172.
For Medical Appointment Transportation call the Alamo Service Connection at (210) 477-3275.
This service is offered free of charge.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Free.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid and CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their need and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Head Start Prekindergarten Program is three years old on or before September 1.
Head Start is a federally funded program provided at no cost for qualifying families. We provide education, health and dental screenings, nutrition, family support, and training services for your family.
by City of San Antonio (COSA), Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid and CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their need and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Head Start Prekindergarten Program is three years old on or before September 1.
Head Start is a federally funded program provided at no cost for qualifying families. We provide education, health and dental screenings, nutrition, family support, and training services for your family.