Trinity Center operates six days a week, Sunday through Friday
Sunday
SUNDAY Trinity Streets:
 On Sunday afternoon we act as the church for people experiencing homelessness with a service that is offered alternately by different churches and is followed with a meal. Many of the neighbors do not feel welcome in the regular Sunday services in town. By setting up the center as a communal place to worship, with a service, music, meal and a collaboration with other spiritual services’ providers we “walk the walk” of loving our neighbors as ourselves. There are usually 60-70 people who come to Sunday services. |
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C.D. Doyle Free Healthcare ClinicThe clinic provides health care from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Sundays in the St. David’s Gym.The entrance is on Trinity Street. No documents are required, and all services are free. The medical services we provide include blood pressure checks, glucose checks, physical exams, prescriptions, laboratory services, urinalysis, vital signs monitoring and urgent care. We also offer referrals for specialty services. We offer counseling, wellness education on topics including first aid, nutrition, hepatitis, diabetes management, drug and alcohol addiction, smoking cessation, blood pressure surveillance, eye disease and preventative care. |
Monday
MONDAY Woman to Woman:
 While operating Trinity Center it was obvious to us that there are fewer services offered to homeless women, who are traditionally more vulnerable and at risk in the population. Since 2005, Trinity Center has operated a Monday program for homeless women, creating a safe and welcoming environment away from the streets and offering a free clothing. As in all other days of operation, a breakfast and case-management services are offered as well. We receive mail for neighbors and offer mail check 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays. |
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| Clothing Closet:
Sign Up inside, 9 a.m. The Woman 2 Woman program offers access to seasonal clothing, shoes, toiletries. Communities for Recovery: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Resources and referrals for women interested in recovery from addiction. LASSA (Legal Aid to Survivors of Sexual Assault) 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Legal counseling and referrals for survivors. |
Art from the Streets:Art from the Streets uses the Trinity Center facility to operate an open studio and art class for artists who are experiencing homelessness. Materials are provided. Contact AFTS for more details.
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Tuesday
TUESDAY Woman to Woman:
 Since March of 2010 we added a second day for women only on Tuesday, at which time women are offered private showers and financial assistance to secure vital documents, such as IDs, birth certificates, food handler’s permits and prescription medication co-pays. (See below) |
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Bus Pass Lottery:Lottery outside at 8:45 a.m. Draw a stick for a chance to win 7-day Capital Metro bus pass. Direct Assistance:Sign up inside at 9:00 a.m. On Tuesdays, financial assistance is offered for IDs, Birth Certificates, and Rx co-pays. Individuals are eligible once per month for these services. Our financial assistance, although limited, is aimed at helping our neighbors achieve goals of gaining stability and moving out of homelessness. We are not able to assist with rent, utilities or other financial needs. |
Shower Program:Hosted by volunteers from St. Mark’s Episcopal church, the Shower Program offers a substantial amount of time per person for a private shower. Toiletries and towels are provided.
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Art from the Streets:Art from the Streets uses the Trinity Center facility to operate an open studio and art class for artists who are experiencing homelessness. Materials are provided. Contact AFTS for more details.
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Wednesday
WEDNESDAY Neighbor to Neighbor:
 Neighbor to Neighbor is a program that runs three days a week, Wed- Fri, and offers breakfast each day and a community center setting for all who come. We also offer individual case management aimed at assisting people in accessing services and additional services such as phone and computer use. We receive mail for neighbors and offer mail check 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays. |
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| Bus Pass Lottery:
On Wednesdays, weekly Capital Metro bus passes are handed out through a lottery system. Individuals are eligible each week to draw.
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| ACCESS Intakes (ATCIC/MHMR)
11 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. A case manager from ATCIC’s ACCESS program is available for information and intakes every other week. The ACCESS program is geared towards individuals experiencing homelessness and coping with mental health issues. United Healthcare 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Additional coverage for Medicare and Medicaid recipients offered free.
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Thursday
THURSDAY Neighbor to Neighbor:
 Neighbor to Neighbor is a program that runs three days a week, Wed- Fri, and offers breakfast each day and a community center setting for all who come. On Thursday we also offer financial assistance to secure vital documents, such as IDs, birth certificates, food handler’s permits and prescription medication co-pays. (See below). We also offer individual case management aimed at assisting people in accessing services. |
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Direct Assistance:On Thursdays, financial assistance is offered for IDs, Birth Certificates, and Rx co-pays. Individuals are eligible once per month for these services. Our financial assistance, although limited, is aimed at helping our neighbors achieve goals of gaining stability and moving out of homelessness. We are not able to assist with rent, utilities or other financial needs. Names taken in line at 8:45 a.m. Veteran’s Assistance 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Information and case management. CARE Team 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (3rd Wed of month) Offers HIV and Hep C screenings and results counseling |
| Art from the Streets:
Art from the Streets uses the Trinity Center facility to operate an open studio and art class for artists who are homeless. Contact AFTS for more details.
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Friday
FRIDAY Neighbor to Neighbor:
 Neighbor to Neighbor is a program that runs three days a week, Wed- Fri, and offers breakfast to 70 homeless men and women each day and a community center setting for all who come. We also offer individual case management aimed at assisting people in accessing services and advocating for them with other service providers and agencies, so that they may create and follow a plan. Additional services on Friday include long distance phone calls, reading glasses, and a movie and popcorn. We receive mail for neighbors and offer mail check 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays. |
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| Communities for Recovery:
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Resources and referrals for women interested in recovery from addiction. Central Texas Food Bank: 2nd and 4th Fridays 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Resources and assistance for food stamps, Medicaid, Medicare, TANF. CommUnity Care 9:30 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. MAP and other income-based health care programs.
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