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Advocacy Centers at each of our five colleges provide our learners with fundamental resources as part of a district-wide commitment to student well-being and success.

Our advocacy centers help meet the physical, mental and emotional health needs of learners, equipping them to thrive in their studies, build meaningful relationships, and effectively navigate life in college and beyond.

 

Advocacy Center Food Pantry Locations and Hours

College Food Pantry Location Hours of Operation Contact Information
San Antonio College Advocacy Center Building Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
First Saturday: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.		 210-486-1111
St. Philip’s College CASE Building Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
First Saturday: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.		 210-486-1111
Palo Alto College Rio Grande Building

Monday: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
Tuesday–Thursday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
First Saturday: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

 210-486-3121
Northwest Vista College Pecan Hall Building Monday–Wednesday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
First Saturday: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.		 210-486-4357
Northeast Lakeview College Brazos Student Union STCM 210 Monday: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
Tuesday–Thursday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
First Saturday: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.		 210-486-5179

 

Food

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  • Food pantries
  • Pop-up Markets
  • Access to San Antonio Food Bank specialists who can help you apply for SNAP/WIC/TANF
  • Grab & go snacks and meals

Other Essentials

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Well-being

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Emergency Aid

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  • Covers things like rent, utilities, and childcare in the event of unexpected financial circumstances
  • Case managers for onsite support

 

Alamo Colleges Student Helpline

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If you're an enrolled student and need help, you can call our Student Helpline.

Our staff will keep your conversation confidential and connect you with the resources you need.

📞 Call 210-486-1111
Hours of Operation

Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Friday
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

First Saturday of the month
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

 

In partnership with United Way

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TimelyCare

The Alamo Colleges District is now partnered with TimelyCare to deliver a new virtual health and well-being platform for students.

Through either a mobile app or your desktop, TimelyCare provides 24/7 access to virtual care from anywhere in the United States at no cost. Whether you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed, you can talk to a licensed provider to get the care you need via phone or secure video visits.

To get started, visit timelycare.com/alamo or download the TimelyCare app from your app store. Enter your student email, and you'll be redirected to ACES to login.

Download TimelyCare

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Contact your college’s Advocacy Center

To be an advocate is to be a supporter and cheerleader.

As an Alamo Colleges student, you have advocates rooting for you as you navigate challenges in and outside of the classroom because your circumstances don’t have to determine your success. Contact your college advocacy center today!


Northeast Lakeview College
Northwest Vista College
Palo Alto College
 

St. Philip's College
San Antonio College