Mental Health is Community Health

As we begin to wrap up Mental Health Screening month, the importance around having conversations about mental health has grown louder and more pressing.  While individual mental health is crucial,…

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Our Veterans Serving Those Who Served

At Caritas of Austin, we believe that no one who has served our country should face homelessness. Unfortunately, many veterans struggle after service, navigating health challenges, financial instability, or the…

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From Darkness to Light

One of the grim realities of homelessness is that it can happen to anyone. A family illness, economic fluctuations, a lost job – all could lead to a loss of…

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Everyone Deserves a Safe Place to Call Home

Robert Jackson is a proud Austinite. Born here in 1956, he grew up with the city, marveling at the sprawl of skylines that have developed in downtown. He reflects fondly…

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Terrie Franklin, Nathaniel Hall and Ebony Meads smiling together.

The Power of Peer Support

One of our core values at Caritas of Austin is a commitment to improvement and innovation. As an organization, we are continually learning and evolving to implement the most effective…

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