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Need Help? These Resources Are Here for You.

Whether you’re navigating a tough time, facing housing insecurity, or just need someone to talk to. These LGBTQIA+ affirming services across Austin are ready to support you. No ID? No insurance? No problem. You deserve access, dignity, and a second chance. Start here.

  • Central Texas Food Bank
    6500 Metropolis Dr, Austin, TX 78744
    (512) 282-2111 – Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
    Provides a network of food pantries, mobile food distributions, and assistance programs. Open to all individuals regardless of background, housing status, or identity.

    Hope Food Pantry Austin
    115 E. Monroe St, Austin, TX 78704
    (512) 442-0226 – Thursday & Friday, and 1st Saturday – 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
    Distributes free groceries including fresh and shelf-stable items. No ID or income verification required. Friendly volunteers and a welcoming atmosphere.

  • LifeWorks
    835 N Pleasant Valley Rd, Austin, TX 78702
    (512) 735-2400
    Offers transitional and permanent supportive housing for youth and young adults (ages 16–26), including emergency shelter and rapid rehousing. LifeWorks is explicitly LGBTQIA+ affirming and provides trauma-informed case management and mental health support.

    The SAFE Alliance – Emergency Shelter & Supportive Housing
    1515 Grove Blvd, Austin, TX 78741
    (512) 267-SAFE (7233) – 24/7 Hotline
    Provides emergency shelter and transitional housing for survivors of abuse and trafficking. LGBTQIA+ inclusive, with trained staff and affirming care for survivors of all gender identities and sexual orientations.

    Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center
    4430 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78745
    (512) 522-1097
    Not LGBTQ-specific, but staff are known to be affirming and the space is low-barrier and community-led. Offers daytime access to food, case management, and housing referrals in a supportive environment.

    ARCH (Austin Resource Center for the Homeless)
    500 E. 7th St, Austin, TX 78701
    (512) 305-4100
    General shelter for adults. Not LGBTQ-specific, but may refer individuals to affirming services. Best used for short-term emergency access if others are full.

  • LifeWorks
    East Austin Youth & Family Resource Center
    835 N. Pleasant Valley Rd, Austin, TX 78702
    (512) 735-2400
    Provides housing, counseling, and workforce support for youth and young adults, with a strong focus on LGBTQIA+ inclusivity.

    The SAFE Alliance
    1515 Grove Blvd, Austin, TX 78741
    (512) 267-SAFE (7233) — 24/7 Hotline
    Offers emergency shelter, transitional housing, and trauma-informed support services for survivors of abuse, including LGBTQIA+ individuals.

    Austin Resource Center for the Homeless (ARCH)
    500 E. 7th St, Austin, TX 78701
    (512)-305-4100
    Offers shelter and comprehensive support services for adults experiencing homelessness.

  • Waterloo Counseling Center (via Kind Clinic)
    Accessed through Kind Clinic locations in Austin
    (512) 853-9547
    Offers individual, couples, and group therapy with a focus on LGBTQIA+ clients. Sliding scale available. Waterloo has been a trusted queer mental health provider in Austin for decades.

    LifeWorks – East Austin Youth & Family Resource Center
    835 N Pleasant Valley Rd, Austin, TX 78702
    (512) 735-2400
    Provides mental health counseling, housing, and case management for youth and young adults (ages 16–26), with strong LGBTQIA+ inclusion.

    Integral Care
    3000 Oak Springs Dr, Austin, TX 78702
    24/7 Helpline: (512) 472-HELP (4357)
    Provides crisis support, therapy, and psychiatric care. Medicaid accepted. LGBTQIA+ affirming and trauma-informed services available across multiple locations.

    Out Youth (for LGBTQ+ youth ages 12–24)
    707 Springdale Rd, Bldg. 2-105, Austin, TX 78702
    (512) 419-1233
    Offers free counseling, support groups, and a welcoming drop-in center. Serves LGBTQIA+ youth and young adults, including trans and nonbinary clients.

  • The SAFE Alliance
    1515 Grove Blvd, Austin, TX 78741
    (512) 267-SAFE (7233) – 24/7 Hotline
    Provides emergency shelter, legal advocacy, counseling, and sexual assault exams. Offers LGBTQIA+ affirming services and trauma-informed care for all survivors, including those experiencing homelessness.

    Hope Alliance
    24/7 Hotline: 1-800-460-7233
    Provides crisis intervention, safety planning, and counseling for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Offers referrals for housing and inclusive support, regardless of income or gender identity.

  • Integral Care
    3000 Oak Springs Dr, Austin, TX 78702
    (512) 472-HELP (4357) – 24/7 Helpline
    Provides inclusive mental health and substance use services with LGBTQIA+ affirming care. Accepts Medicaid and offers crisis support.

    Austin Recovery – Edith Royal Campus
    4201 South Congress Ave, Suite 202, Austin, TX 78745
    (512) 697-8600
    Offers residential and outpatient substance use treatment. Accepts Medicaid and sliding scale payments. LGBTQIA+ friendly and trauma-informed.

  • People’s Community Clinic
    2909 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX 78722
    (512) 478-4939
    Provides affordable healthcare and in-person assistance with Medicaid, CHIP, and ACA Marketplace applications. Offers sliding scale services and is welcoming to LGBTQIA+ individuals and families.

    Kind Clinic – Austin
    2800 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Suite 120, Austin, TX 78704
    (512) 853-9547
    Provides free HIV/STI testing, PrEP, PEP, hormone therapy, and more. No insurance or ID required. Staff can help clients navigate coverage options. LGBTQIA+ focused and affirming care.

    Integral Care
    3000 Oak Springs Dr, Austin, TX 78702
    (512) 472-HELP (4357) – 24/7 Helpline
    Offers mental health and substance use services, accepts Medicaid, and provides care regardless of ability to pay. Known for LGBTQIA+ affirming support and walk-in crisis assistance.