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HEALTH
RESTAURANT AFTER HOURS
Mental health resources for the hospitality industry.
BEN'S FRIENDS
Ben’s Friends is a community of chefs, bartenders, line cooks, servers, sommeliers, host and hostesses, GMs and owners who have found or are seeking sobriety.
AISD FREE LUNCH PROGRAM
- AISD will provide free meals for all students through June 2022. Meals are free for all students regardless of income, or without any application or documentation.
A Guide to Self Care for Parents and Caregivers
Because self-care and mental health are connected, neglecting one can have a negative impact on the other. Sometimes, parental stress or burnout may become severe enough that you can’t overcome it on your own.
SYMPTOMS + TESTING INFO
COVID-19 health resources information provided by City of Austin.
Central Texas Resources
Austin Public Health
Austin Public Health (APH) operates several COVID-19 testing sites throughout Austin. You can sign-up for a test through the Public Testing Enrollment Form or through the APH Nursing Hotline (512-972-5560).
Childcare Programs
WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS is offering childcare program for service industry workers. All the information is in the link - deadline March 2022 to apply.
Austin Area Urban League
Free food, water and COVID testing.
ATX Mental Health Fund
Request funds for mental healthcare from this local mutual aid organization.
ATX Free Fridge
Fridge locations where local individuals + organizations stock free food for anyone who needs it, no questions asked.
Capital Metro
CapMetro is providing fare-free rides to individuals traveling to a scheduled vaccine appointment. Simply show proof of your appointment to the operator and enjoy a free ride using any CapMetro service. For customers using Pickup for their free ride, use the code METROVAX in the Pickup app.
How to Apply for Federal Aid
FEMA said the assistance can include grants for temporary housing, home repairs, and low-cost loans.
Austin Disaster Relief Network
Austin Disaster Relief Network (ADRN) is a network of churches and trained volunteers who partner with businesses, ministries, and local sources who share a passion for helping others in times of great need.
One Fair Wage Emergency Fund
Provides free, cash assistance to restaurant workers, delivery drivers and other tipped workers and service workers — who are seeing their income decline or aren’t able to work because of quarantines or other health concerns.
INDUSTRY RESOURCES
BEN'S FRIENDS
Ben’s Friends’ meetings are open to anyone interested in sobriety and support, whether they are currently sober or just beginning their journey. Our one-hour meetings are currently taking place on Zoom or in person depending on COVID-19 restrictions in each city.
One Fair Wage
Providing cash assistance to restaurant workers, car service drivers, delivery workers, personal service workers and more who need the money they aren’t getting to survive.
ROC RELIEF
In this time of crisis, Restaurant Opportunities Centers United is providing resources and financial assistance to restaurant workers impacted by the coronavirus crisis.
BASIC NEEDS SUPPORT
Furloughed employees can apply for assistance with rent, mortgage, or utility bills through Travis County Health and Human services. Follow the link for an application and instructions on how to apply.
SOUTHERN SMOKE
Emergency relief funding to individuals in the food and beverage industry who are in crisis.
WELLNESS
LIFETIME ON DEMAND
Most popular classes are now available in video format so that you can work out anytime, anywhere. More classes being added every day
FITNESS BLENDER
Free cardio, strength + stretch videos.
CALM
Free meditation resources.
COREPOWER
Free online yoga classes.
FUN
100 THINGS TO DO
100 ideas for things to do while stuck indoors.
FREE VIRTUAL GATHERING TOOLS
For virtual happy hours, movie nights, and more.
FREE IVY LEAGUE ONLINE CLASSES
450 Ivy League courses you can take online right now for free.
COLOR THERAPY
A mandala meditation in the form of a printable Sway coloring page.





