Resources for students
Get Connected to Resources
College can be stressful and often times students find themselves in need of support and resources but have no idea where to go. TAMU-CC, I-CARE, and the office of Student Conduct and Advocacy want to make sure that students are connected and know how and where to find resources to help meet their needs. We are more than happy to meet with you to sit down, assess your current unmet needs, and advocate to get you linked to appropriate on and/or off campus supports.
The list below is a good place to start however, if you are experiencing a crisis or are in need of assistance with a particular problem, please contact our office.
For general concerns, inquiries, and/or grievances students may submit a written complaint using the the Complaint Resolution Form.
Note: This list is by no means reflective of every resource available in the community and is intended to be a starting place resource list. TAMU-CC does not endorse or promote any of these community organizations.
On Campus Resources:
- Izzy's Food Pantry: Open to serve any enrolled TAMU-CC student. Available in partnership with the Food Bank of Corpus Christi.
- University Center, Second Floor, Room 204
- For more information, please visit the Izzy's Food Pantry site.
- Main Phone: 361-825-FOOD (3663)
- Email: foodpantry@tamucc.edu
- By appointment only.
- Izzy's Swipes Meal Swipe program: Izzy’s Swipes is a short-term meal assistance program for currently enrolled Islander Students. The program is sponsored by Student Engagement and Success in partnership with the TAMU-CC Student Government Association (SGA) and Islander Dining/Chartwells.
Off Campus Community Resources:
- The Food Bank of Corpus Christi: Please call to find the nearest food pantry to you. You will only need to provide verification of your zip code (a bill, rental agreement, etc.) and a form will need to be filled out upon arrival.
- 826 Krill Street Corpus Christi, TX 78408
- Phone: 361-887-6291
- For more information, visit the Coastal Bend Food Bank page
- St. Patrick's Catholic Church
- 3350 South Alameda Corpus Christi, Texas 78411
- Phone: 361-855-7391
- Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, Inc.: Provides emergency assistance for rent, utilities, prescription medication, food and clothing.
- 615 Oliver Court Corpus Christi, TX 78404
- Phone: 361-884-0651
- For more information, please visit: Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, Inc.
- Salvation Army Social Services Program
- 1802 Buford St. Corpus Christi, TX 78401
- Phone: 361-884-9497
- For more information, please visit: Salvation Army USA
- First Baptist Church of Corpus Christi Emergency Food
- 3115 Ocean Drive Corpus Christi TX 78404
- Main Phone: 361-888-8228
- For more information, please visit: First Baptist Corpus
- The Gabriel Project with Corpus Christi Hope House
- 658 Robinson Street Corpus Christi TX 78404
- Main Phone: 361-852-2273
- For more information, please visit: CC Hope
State of Texas Resources:
- To apply for SNAP food benefits & TANF cash help for families: Your Texas Benefits
National Resources:
- Government Food Assistance Programs: Federal Food Assistance Programs
- Feeding America: Feeding America
On Campus Resources:
- *Please note: On-campus Housing does not include an option for emergency shelter.
Off Campus Community Resources:
- Project Maternity Hope: Provides housing for pregnant women and their dependent children, as well as homeless women with small children.
- 658 Robinson Street
- Main Phone: 361-852-2273
- For more information, please visit: CC Hope
- The Salvation Army Shelter: Provides temporary shelter for single women and families, offering case management, job search assistance, child care, and GE classes.
- 513 Josephine Street
- Main Phone: 361-884-0331
- For more information, please visit: Salvation Army Texas
- Good Samaritan Rescue Mission: Emergency shelter with dormitory beds. Anyone can stay as long as needed.
- 210 South Alameda Street
- Main Phone: 361-883-6195
- For more information, please visit: Good Sam CC
- Red Shield Men's Lodge: Provides emergency shelter.
- 1502 Lipan Street
- Main Phone: 361-884-0331
- For more information, please visit: Salvation Army Texas
- Veteran's Shelter: Provides a shelter for homeless veterans.
- 513 Josephine Street
- Main Phone: 361-884-9497
- For more information, please visit: Salvation Army Texas
- Rainbow House for Women and Children: Transitional, supportive housing and emergency shelter for women and children, includes access to free counseling and childcare.
- 1919 Leopard Street
- Main Phone: 361-887-0151
- For more information, please visit: CC Metro
State of Texas Resources:
National Resources:
On Campus Resources:
- Financial Aid -- Office of Financial Aid
- Career Services -- put link here
- University Scholarship Programs -- Office of Scholarship
- Student Engagement and Success: SEAS Emergency Aid Fund
Off Campus Community Resources:
- Nueces County Department of Social Services -- Corpus Christi: Provides direct financial assistance for rent, electricity, utilities, food, transportation, etc.
- 602 N. Staples St. Suite 180
Corpus Christi TX 78401
Main Phone: 361-888-0837 - For more information, please visit: Nueces County Social Services
- 602 N. Staples St. Suite 180
- Nueces County Department of Social Services -- Robstown: Provides direct financial assistance for rent, electricity, utilities, food, transportation, etc.
- 103 North 36th St.
Robstown TX 78380
Main Phone: 361-767-2731 - For more information, please visit:Nueces County Social Services
- 103 North 36th St.
- Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, Inc. Emergency Aid: Provides emergency assistance for rent, utilities, prescriptions, food, and clothing.
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615 Oliver CourtCorpus Christi TX 78408Main Phone: 361-884-0651
- For more information, please visit: Catholic Charities CC
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State of Texas Resources:
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF): Your Texas Benefits
- Foreclosure Prevention Counseling (Business & Community Lenders of Texas: BCL of TX
National Resources:
- Government Assistance with Bills: Government Assistance
On Campus Resources:
- Title IX Office: Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity. Sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination. Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) is committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, including discrimination based upon sex. TAMU-CC provides resources to students, faculty, and staff to address concerns related to sexual harassment, sexual assault (rape), sexual misconduct, sex discrimination and has appointed Mr. Samuel Ramirez as its Title IX Coordinator.
- For more information please visit the TAMU-CC Title IX Coordinator
- Student Conduct and Advocacy: Student Conduct and Advocacy serves as an advocate for students by connecting them to campus and community resources and services such as CASA, Counseling and Health Center, Disability Services, Career Services, Student Conduct & Community Standards, I-CARE and more.
- For more information please visit Student Conduct and Advocacy
- Confidential Reporting: If you wish to speak to someone regarding a sexual misconduct matter and you would like the conversation to remain confidential, the following offices are available to serve you:
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- University Counseling Center:
- Driftwood Building
- 361-825-2703
- University Health Center:
- Sandpiper Building
- 361-825-2601
- University Counseling Center:
Please note that if you wish for the University to open an official investigation into the matter, confidential reporting is highly unlikely to result in that outcome.
Off Campus Community Resources:
- The Purple Door (Formally Women's Shelter of South Texas)
- 813 Buford St.
- Phone: 361-881-8888 or 1-800-580-HURT (4878)
- For more information, please visit: The Purple Door
- Rainbow House at Corpus Christi Metro Ministries (Women & Children)
- 1919 Leopard St.
- Main Phone: 361-887-0670
- For more information, please visit: Rainbow House Shelter
- Corpus Christi Hope House
- 658 Robinson St.
- Main Phone: 361-852-2273
- For more information, please visit: CC Hope
- Nueces County District Attorney's Office - Victim's Assistance
- 901 Leopard St. Room 206
- Main Phone: 361-888-0410
- For more information, please visit: Nueces County DA Victims Assistance
- Nueces County Attorney - Prosecutes Protection Orders
- 901 Leopard St. Room 207
- Main Phone: 361-888-0391
- For more information, please visit: Nueces County DA Protective Order
- Crime Victim Services: A Division of Family Counseling Services
- 3833 S. Staples St. Suite S203
- Main Phone: 361-852-7540
- For more information, please visit: Crime Victim Services
- Corpus Christi Police Department Family Violence Unit
- 321 John Sartain St.
- Main Phone: 361-886-2670
- For more information, please visit: CCPD Family Violence Unit
State of Texas Resources:
- TX Attorney General Crime Victim's Compensation Program: The Crime Victims’ Compensation (CVC) Program helps crime victims and their immediate families with the financial costs of crime. CVC covers crime-related costs such as counseling, medical treatment, funerals, and loss of income not paid by other sources.
- Toll Free: 1-800-983-9933
- For more information, please visit: Texas AG Crime Victims Compensation
- Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Abuse Hotline (Not for Emergencies)
- Toll Free: 1-800-252-5400
- For more information, Texas Abuse Line
- Texas Legal Services Center (Nonprofit)
- Toll Free: 512-477-6000
- For more information, please visit: TLSC
- Texas Advocacy Project
- Family Violence Legal Line: 1-800-374-HOPE (4673)
- Law Hotline: 1-800-777-3247
- For more information or to apply for services online, please visit: TX Advocacy Project
- Legal Aid for Survivors of Sexual Assault (LASSA)
- Toll Free: 1-800-991-5153
- For more information, please visit: LASSA
National Resources:
- National Domestic Violence Hotline or call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
- Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline
- RAINN-National Sexual Assault Hotline
- Legal Assistance for Victims
On Campus Resources:
- University Police Department (UPD) Emergency Phone: 361-825-4444
- Non-Emergency Phone: 361-825-4242
- Fax: 361-825-6063
- Crime Victims' Liaison (A Service of UPD): The goal of the Crime Victims Liaison is to assist victims of crime, protect and advocate the rights of victims, provide necessary information, and prevent further victimization. The liaison informs victims about police and judicial procedures, campus and community resources, and available programs that will assist victims during the aftermath of a crime. The liaison also assists crime victims in determining their eligibility for financial assistance. The Crime Victims' Compensation Fund - paid out of court costs generated by criminal convictions – provides assistance with medical bills, counseling, lost wages, funeral expenses and other crime related expenses without any cost to taxpayers.
- Contact Person: Ms. Melissa Perkins
- Office: UPD 132
- Phone: 361-825-3791
- Email: melissa.wright2@tamucc.edu
Off Campus Community Resources:
- Dial 9-1-1
State of Texas Resources:
- Texas Department of Public Safety: TSP
National Resources:
- United States Federal Bureau of Investigation: FBI GOV
On Campus Resources:
- Islander Housing
- *Please note: On-campus Housing does include an option for emergency shelter.
Off Campus Community Resources:
- Nueces County Department of Social Services -- Rent/Mortgage Assistance
- Main Phone: 361-888-0837
- For more information, please visit: Nueces County Social Services
- Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, Inc. -- Rental/Utility Assistance
- Main Phone: 361-884-0651
- For more information, please visit: Catholic Charities CC
- Corpus Christi Housing Authority
- Main Phone: 361-889-3300
- For more information, please visit: HACC
- Habitat For Humanity - Corpus Christi
- Main Phone: 361-289-1740
- For more information, please visit: CC HFH
- Family Endeavors, Inc. -- Supportive Services for Veteran Families
- Main Phone: 361-356-3649
- For more information, please visit: Family Endeavors
- Operation Homefront -- Critical Assistance Program for Veterans
- Main Phone: 877-264-3968
- For more information, please visit: Operation HomeFront
State of Texas Resources:
National Resources:
Off Campus Community Resources:
- Medication Assistance: The Coast2CoastRx prescription discount card will allow Nueces County residents regardless of age, income, or health status to save on the cost of prescriptions. All residents of Nueces County are eligible to apply. The card discounts also include eyeglass frames and saving on pet prescriptions. The card can provide discounts on dental and vision care, hearing aids and supplies as well as discounts for lab and imaging tests.
On Campus Resources:
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University Police Department Emergency Number: 361-825-4444 or dial 9-1-1
- University Counseling Center: During regular business hours, TAMU-CC students who are in crisis can come to the Counseling Center and meet with the Counselor on Duty. After hours, call 361-825-2703 and press 2 to be connected to the after hours emergency counselor.
Off Campus Community Resources:
Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) -- 1-888-767-4493: This is a service team of Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities (MHID) made up of mental health professionals who help individuals having a mental health crisis. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week anywhere someone needs help – at home, work or school, in clinics, or on the streets. A person in crisis might be hearing or seeing things that are not real or be in danger of injuring themselves. Services include mental health support for up to 90 days and care plans to help keep people safe. Clients are also connected to other Integral Care programs and local resources for ongoing care and recovery support. MCOT also works with police and EMS.
Suicide Help Hotlines:
- Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- National Hopeline Network: 1-800-784-2433
- Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 and press 1
Crisis Help Hotlines:
- The Trevor Project: offers a 24-hour toll-free confidential crisis and suicide prevention helpline for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transponder and questioning youth.
- 1-866-4-U-TREVOR
- Trans LifeLine: A peer support hotline is run by and for trans people. We’re available 7am-1am PST / 9am-3am CST / 10am-4am EST. Volunteers may be available during off hours.
- 1-877-565-8860
- Women's Shelter of South Texas: Available 24/7. No appointment is ever needed for face-to-face Crisis Intervention and Advocacy services.
- 1.800.580.HURT
- National Sexual Assault Hotline: Call to be connected with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area.
- 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: Services also available in Spanish.
- 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
- National Eating Disorders Association Helpline: Available Monday-Thursday from 9AM to 9PM ET, and Friday from 9AM to 5PM ET. Contact for support, resources and treatment options for yourself or a loved one.
- 1-800-931-2237
On Campus Resources:
- University Counseling Center: University Counseling Center staff provide short-term individual, couples, and family counseling services to help students address personal problems that interfere with the demands of college life and their academic success.
- Main Phone: 361-825-2703
- Disability Services: Disability Services (DS) is the hub for coordinating services and accommodations to ensure accessibility and utilization of all programs for all TAMU-CC students with disabilities. Our services are designed to meet the unique educational needs of enrolled students with documented permanent or temporary disabilities.
- Main Phone: 361-825-5816
- Counseling & Training Clinic of TAMU-CC: Located on campus; offers counseling and services to individuals, couples, families and children free of charge. All sessions are facilitated by counselor trainees. Sessions are completely private and confidential and are supervised by fully trained licensed professionals in an environment of safety and trust.
- Main Phone: 361-825-3988
Off Campus Community Resources:
- Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities (formally Behavioral Health Center of Nueces County): The Nueces Center for Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities is dedicated to helping the residents of Nueces County who are living with mental illness and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities. Each year we serve over 10,000 people with psychiatric outpatient services, counseling, training, job searches, support and more.
- Adult Mental Health Services: 361-886-6970
- Youth Mental Health Services: 361-851-6726
- 24/7 Crisis Line: 1-888-767-4493
- For more information on programs available, please visit: NCMHID
- Presbyterian Children's Homes & Services -- Corpus Christi Child & Family Program: Offers support, guidance, counseling, and case management services to families facing crisis situations such as death, divorce, illness, violence, homelessness, and substance abuse. Addresses issues while working to keep families together. Provides counseling, parenting, and developmental education for families, parents, and children who are coping with current or past trauma.
- Main Phone: 361-888-9224
- To learn more, please visit: PCHAS
- Family Counseling Services: Provides counseling to individuals, children, couples, and families. Professional therapists teach life skills such as communication, anger management, problem-solving, relationship enrichment, and anxiety and stress management.
- Main Phone: 361-852-9665
- To learn more, please visit: CC Family Services
- Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, Inc.: Provide services to improve the mental health of individuals (children, adolescents, and adults) and families through professional counseling.
- Main Phone: 361-884-0651
- To learn more, please visit: Catholic Charities CC
- South Texas Children's Home Ministries: Provides counseling services for individual, children, couples, and families.
- Main Phone: 361-991-8680
- To learn more, please visit: STCHM
- Corpus Christi Vet Center: Offers mental health care for eligible veterans and their families. Provides care for veterans suffering from Military Sexual Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Assists in returning veterans in readjusting to civilian life.
- 4646 Corona Drive, CCTX 78411
- Main Phone: 361-854-9961
- For more information, please visit: VA GOV
- Circles of Care Youth & Family Services: Enhancing children, youth, and families ability for effective living and growth through comprehensive social and mental health.
- Main Phone: 361-852-3812
- Toll Free: 1-866-63-CHILD (24453)
- 24/7 Crisis Line: 1-855-256-6555
- For more information, please visit: Circles of Care
State of Texas Resources:
National Resources:
- American Psychological Association (APA) Managing Mental Health in the Aftermath of a Mass Shooting
- National Institute of Mental Health
- US Department of Health and Human Services
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
- Facebook Suicide Prevention
- From Reporting to Supporting Using Facebook to Support Someone in Suicidal Crisis
On Campus Resources:
- University Health Center: University Health Center is an acute-care, walk-in clinic that serves students currently enrolled at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi. We are located on campus in the Sandpiper Building.
- Nurse Line: To speak with a nurse any day of the week, day or night, please call 361-825-2601.
- Call to schedule an appointment
- Disability Services: Disability Services (DS) is the hub for coordinating services and accommodations to ensure accessibility and utilization of all programs for all TAMU-CC students with disabilities. Our services are designed to meet the unique educational needs of enrolled students with documented permanent or temporary disabilities.
- Main Office: 361-825-5816
Off Campus Community Resources:
- Naval Hospital of Corpus Christi: Committed to operational readiness, outstanding customer service, and always delivering world-class health care.
- Main Phone: 361-961-2688
- Appointments: 361-961-6000
- After hours, weekends, & holidays: 361-961-2688
- For more information, please visit: NHC Website
- Amistad Community Clinic: Provides primary medical and pediatric health care. Services include wellness checks, diabetes management, immunizations, and health education.
- Main Phone: 361-884-2242
- For more information, please visit: Amistad CHC
- Gabbard Memorial Health Program (Corpus Christi Metro Ministries): Provides primary health care, medication, eye care and eye glasses.
- Main Phone: 361-887-0151
- For more information, please visit: CC Metro
- Corpus Christi Health District: The mission of the Health District is to prevent disease, disability, & premature death; promote healthy lifestyles; and protect the health & quality of the environment for all residents of Nueces County.
- Main Health District Building: 361-826-7200
- Flour Bluff WIC Clinic: 361-939-7927
- For more information, please visit: CC Health District
Corpus Christi Area Medical Hospitals:
- Bay Area Hospital
- 7101 S. Padre Island Dr.
- Main Phone: 361-761-1200
- Doctor’s Regional Hospital
- 3315 S. Alameda St.
- Main Phone: 361-761-1400
- Heart Hospital
- 7002 Williams Drive
- Main Phone: 361-761-6800
- Spohn Memorial Hospital
- 2602 Hospital Blvd.
- Main Phone: 361-902-4000
- Spohn Shoreline Hospital
- 600 Elizabeth St.
- Main Phone: 361-881-3000
- Spohn South Hospital
- 5950 Saratoga Blvd.
- Main Phone: 361-985-5000
State of Texas Resources:
National Resources:
Off Campus Community Resources:
- William Allen Dental Clinic (A service of Timon's Ministries): Services include extractions, fillings, X-rays and cleaning to low income/ non insured clients from throughout out the area. Dental patients are asked to be at Timon's by 7:15am on Friday mornings and will be evaluated through health screens, drug tests and level of trauma.
- Lamar Park Location Phone Number: 361-854-7999
- Portland Location Phone Number: 361-643-0416
- Saratoga Location Phone Number: 361-992-8900
- For more information, please visit: Timon's Mission Work
- Del Mar College Dental Clinic: Offers services to the community at a no charge.
- Main Phone: 361-698-2858
- For more information, please visit: Del Mar Dental Clinic
State of Texas Resources:
National Resources:
On Campus Resources:
- University Health Center (Sandpiper Building): Testing, treatment and prevention information is available. A specially trained staff offers educational programs and counseling for students seeking information on sexual health. All services and patient interactions at the University Health Center are confidential.
- To speak with a nurse during office hours (Nurse Line): 361-825-5735 -- if no answer, leave a message and a nurse will return your call.
- Appointments: For illnesses or injuries that do not require prompt medical attention, please call 361-825-2601 to schedule an appointment.
- After Hours Line: 361-825-2601, press option #2 -- this will direct you to CareNet, our after-hours nurseline.
Off Campus Community Resources:
- Women's & Men's Health Services: Specializing in women's and men's health. Health care services include annual check-ups, pap smears, STD testing and treatment, pregnancy testing, HIV testing, birth control, cough, cold and sore throat, ear infections, immunizations (Help B, Tdap, Meningitis, Gardasil), emergency contraception (plan b morning after pill), cholesterol testing, diabetes testing, and free condoms always available. Fees are calculated on a sliding scale based on income and family size. Payment plans are available.
- Dillion Clinic Location: 361-857-0101
- Holly Clinic Location: 361-855-9107
- Kingsville Clinic Location: 361-595-1875
- For more information, please visit: WAMHS
- Corpus Christi Pregnancy Center: Provides women's health care services such as pregnancy tests, limited ultrasounds, pregnancy resource guides, and free parenting classes. Also provides counseling to empower life-affirming choices but do not refer for abortion services or emergency contraception.
- Main Phone Number: 361-991-2008
- For more information, please visit: CC Pregnancy
- Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation: Provides health care services on a sliding fee scale. Services include adult health care, youth education, women's health programs, HIV/Aids care, behavioral health services, sexual health and testing, LGBTQ health.
- Main Phone Number: 361-814-2001 or 1-800-982-9629
- For more information, please visit: Coastal Bend Wellness Clinic
State of Texas Resources:
National Resources:
- STDcheck.com Free Testing to TAMU-CC Students: STDcheck.com is a leading online STD testing provider now offering FREE HIV testing to Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi students. To get a free HIV test, go to www.STDcheck.com/universities and select Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. Use your student email (Islander account) to show you are a TAMU-CC student. A lab referral will be sent to you with a confidential identification code that you can take to a participating lab of your choice. Results are delivered within 24 hours. See website for participating testing centers in Corpus Christi area.
On Campus Resources:
- University Counseling Center Alcohol and other Drug Services (AOD): The University Counseling Center is dedicated to helping students make healthy choices about the use of alcohol and other drugs. We provide AOD education and support campus and community-wide prevention efforts. The UCC offers free short-term treatment options and supportive intervention to students. Information about community resources and tips for coping with someone else’s substance abuse are also available.
- Phone: 361-825-2703
- University Health Clinic: The Health Center offers a variety of services to students currently enrolled at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.
- Phone: 361-825-2601
- I-TEAM (Islanders Teaching, Engaging And Motivating) Peer Education Program:committed to educating the Islander community in all dimensions of wellness and inclusion. By promoting healthy and inclusive behavior, we inspire students to make positive choices to attain academic and social success.
- For more information, please visit: TAMUCC I-TEAM
Off Campus Community Resources:
- The Wenholz House: Housing and rehabilitative support for alcoholics and addicts in recovery. Provides safety, sobriety, and support for individuals in need seeking detoxify and treatment aftercare.
- Wenholz House & Corporate Office
1200 10th Street
Corpus Christi Texas 78404 - Main Phone: 361-452-0591
- For more information, please visit: CC Safe Place
- Wenholz House & Corporate Office
- The Wenholz Women's House: Provides safe, rehabilitative housing and support services to them so that that they may regain and maintain stability, reenter the Workforce, and live clean and sober lives free of addiction. Residents receive guidance from live-in staff and pay affordable rents as they rebuild their lives and reenter society as productive citizens.
- 301 King Street
- Main Phone: 361-452-0591
- For more information, please visit: CC Safe Place Women's
- Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas: Provides confidential alcohol and drug screenings and assessments, and crisis intervention.
- Main Phone: 1-800-748-3577
- For more information, please visit: BHSST
- Charlie's Place Recovery Center (Cenikor Foundation): Provides comprehensive alcohol and substance abuse services including: inpatient detoxify, short-term inpatient, long-term inpatient, outpatient detoxify, adult outpatient, adolescent inpatient, sober living, and prevention programs.
- Main Phone: 888-236-4567
- For more information, please visit: Cenikor Foundation
- Alcoholics Anonymous -- Corpus Christi
- 3833 S Staples St. / Phone: 361-992-8911
- 4610 Kostoryz Rd. / Phone: 361-814-7171
- For information on AA services and meetings in South Texas, please visit: CBIAA Meetings
- Narcotics Anonymous of the Coastal Bend
- Main Phone: 361-992-2113
- For more information on NA services and meetings in South Texas, please visit: CBANA
- Palmer Drug Abuse Program (PDAP): Peer-based support group and 12-step program. All services are free. Additional locations in Kingsville and Alice.
- Main Phone: 361-887-8900
- For more information, please visit: PDAPCC
- The Council on Alcohol & Drug Abuse: A private nonprofit organization that serves a multi-county region with a continuum of care in prevention, intervention, and treatment of the disease of alcoholism and other drug abuse for individuals, families, and communities.
- Main Phone: 361-854-9199
- For more information, please visit: CB COADA
- Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation: Provide a number of individual and group substance abuse programs.
- Main Phone:361-814-2001
- For more information on substance abuse programs offered, please visit: CBWF
- South Texas Substance Abuse Recovery Services (STSARS): Offers a wide variety of programs to address the outpatient substance abuse needs of individuals residing in the Coastal Bend area. Most services are free and visits are always confidential.
- Main Phone: 361-882-9979
- For more information, please visit: STSARS
State of Texas Resources:
National Resources:
- SAMHSA Helpline: SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
- 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- For more information, please visit: SAMHSA
- U.S. Department of Veteran's Affairs Substance Abuse Treatment Program: Offers residential and outpatient substance abuse programs for eligible veterans.
- Main Phone: 361-854-9961
- For more information, please visit: VA SAP
On Campus Resources:
Off Campus Community Resources:
- Nueces County Aid Program: The Nueces County Indigent Program provides health care assistance for Nueces County residents who do not qualify for any other state or federal medical assistance programs. Applicants must meet residency, income and resource eligibility criteria.
- For more information, please visit: Nchdcc.org
State of Texas Resources:
National Resources:
On Campus Resources:
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Office of International Education: In order to help adjust to new surroundings, the Office of International Education (OIE) has prepared this helpful website that explains the wide variety of services available to you. Whenever you have questions or concerns, our OIE representatives will be glad to assist you.
Off Campus Community Resources:
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Corpus Christi Immigration Coalition: The Corpus Christi Immigration Coalition (CCIC) is a grassroots activist organization. It advocates for pro-immigrant policies on local and statewide levels. It builds solidarity with the local immigrant community through mutual aid and family preparation. It conducts outreach in the Corpus Christi community to educate the public on the broken immigration system and ways individuals can get involved locally to fix it.
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Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, Inc. Immigration Services: Established in 1985, the Immigration Department was one of the first non-profit organizations in the region to provide legal services and representation to the immigrant community, and it continues to be the only agency in the region recognized by the Board of Immigration Appeals to provide a broad range of immigration services to immigrants and their families throughout all 12 counties within the Diocese of Corpus Christi.
State of Texas Resources:
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Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES):RAICES is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency that promotes justice by providing free and low-cost legal services to underserved immigrant children, families, and refugees.
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Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid Services: Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc. provides free legal services to indigent residents of South and West Texas and to migrant and seasonal farm workers throughout Texas, Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee.
National Resources:
- Immigration Law Help: Search free and low-cost immigration legal services in all 50 states.
- My Undocumented Life: Education-specific resources including information about scholarships and education.
- Educators for Fair Consideration (E4FC): Aids low-income immigrant students in their pursuit of a U.S. college education.
- Immigration Advocates Network:The Immigration Advocates Network (IAN) is a collaborative effort of leading immigrants’ rights organizations designed to increase access to justice for immigrants and strengthen the capacity of organizations serving them. IAN promotes more effective and efficient communication, collaboration, and services among immigration advocates and organizations by providing free, easily accessible and comprehensive online resources and tools.
- Immigrant Legal Resource Center: Works and educates immigrants, community organizations, and the legal sector to continue to build a democratic society that values diversity and the rights of all people.
- National Immigration Law Center: Dedicated to defending and advancing the rights of low-income immigrants.
- Public Counsel: Law firm specializing in delivering pro bono legal services.
- United We Dream: The largest immigrant youth-led organization in the nation.
On Campus Resources:
- Office of Veterans Affairs: Supporting active duty service members, veterans, and dependents. One free transcript for Veteran Students during the month of November.
- Student Services Center (Round Building) 2nd Floor
- Main Phone: 361-825-2331
- Veteran's Lounge: Come for the comradery, a quiet place to study or just relax. The lounge offers space for group and individual study. Enjoy a refrigerator and microwave, as well as, tv, coffee, beanbag furniture and more!
- University Center, Room 218
- University Counseling Clinic: Need to talk to a counselor? Please call our office 361-825-2703 during virtual consult hours from 9-11:30am and 1-4pm.
Off Campus Community Resources:
- Nueces County Veteran's Services: Assisting veterans and their survivors deal with the often confusing and overwhelming task of completing the correct forms/applications and collecting the appropriate documentation to support a claim for federal benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). If VA denies benefits, staff will assist clients compose the necessary statements and forms in filing an appeal.
- 602 N. Staples
Suite 180
Corpus Christi, TX 78401 - Main Phone: 361-888-0820
- Robstown Main Phone: 361-767-2780
- For more information, please visit: Nueces County Veteran's Services
- 602 N. Staples
- Corpus Christi Vet Center: Vet Centers are community-based counseling centers that provide a wide range of social and psychological services, including professional readjustment counseling to eligible Veterans, active duty service members, including National Guard and Reserve components, and their families.
- Main Phone: 361-854-9961
- For more information, please visit: CC VA
- Veteran's Crisis Line: Available 24/7. If you are a Service member or Veteran in crisis or you’re concerned about one, there are specially trained responders ready to help you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The Veterans Crisis Line connects Service members and Veterans in crisis, as well as their family members and friends, with qualified, caring VA responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text-messaging service.
- Dial 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 to talk to someone.
- Send a text message to 838255 to connect with a VA responder.
- For more information, please visit: Veteran's Crisis Line
- Military Veteran Peer Network (MVPN): The Corpus Christi Chapter currently serves Nueces County and the surrounding areas. The intent of this chapter is to aid and assist all military veterans and their families. ALL veterans and their family members regardless of where they live can become a member of this chapter if they feel they will benefit from it. Start networking and get connected to available resources in your local community.
- Contact JP Welsh at 361-886-1086
- For more information, please visit: MVPN CC
State of Texas Resources:
National Resources:
On Campus Resources:
For assistance and support on campus due to a disaster, please contact the following offices:
- Student Engagement and Success or call 361-825-2612
- Student Conduct and Advocacy or call 361-825-6219
- Newman Catholic Student Center or call 361-879-5448
Off Campus Community Resources:
- American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast Region: The Texas Gulf Coast Region provides life-saving services to more than 9 million people in cities such as Corpus Christi, Beaumont, Harlingen and Houston.
- Medication Assistance: The Coast2CoastRx prescription discount card will allow Nueces County residents regardless of age, income, or health status to save on the cost of prescriptions. All residents of Nueces County are eligible to apply. The card discounts also include eyeglass frames and saving on pet prescriptions. The card can provide discounts on dental and vision care, hearing aids and supplies as well as discounts for lab and imaging tests.
- South Texas Blood and Tissue Center: The local blood center placed Hurricane Harvey on the splash page of its website prior to it making landfall, and is still seeking donations to help those affected by the storm.
State of Texas Resources:
- American Red Cross: The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance and disaster relief in times of crisis, is seeking donations to help victims of Harvey.
- If you were impacted by the 2017-2018 hurricanes and wildfires, please visit the Recovery section below for information on financial assistance.
- Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services: Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services is the relief arm of the charitable organization, which is part of the Universal Christian Church.
- Catholic Charities USA: Catholic social service organization, is seeking donations to help those who have been affected by disasters. The group has set up a website devoted to Harvey relief, and explains that "long term recovery" is part of the group's approach to disasters like this one.
- Austin Pets Alive!: An animal shelter and no-kill pet advocacy group seeking assistance to help with pets, has created a page on its website specific to disaster related needs.
- Texas Department of Public Safety Situation Reports
- State Highway Conditions
- Food assistance through the state of Texas- D-SNAP
National Resources:
- The National Hurricane Center
- Disaster Assistance: Access to federal disaster assistance and resources.
- https://www.usa.gov/disaster-financial-help
- Texas Ready.org
- Disaster Preparedness for Children
- Red Cross Disaster Shelter Finder
- SAMHSA Disaster Distress (Mental Health) Helpline: The Disaster Distress Helpline, 1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a--year, national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.
International Resources:
On Campus Resources:
- TAMU-CC University Police Department Crime Victim's Liaison:Texas requires all police departments to have a Crime Victims Liaison to assist and work with crime victims. Oftentimes, the victim wants to know what will happen next and the liaison is available to answer those questions. The goal of the Crime Victims Liaison is to assists victims of crime, protect and advocate the rights of victims, provide necessary information, and prevent further victimization. The liaison informs victims about police and judicial procedures, campus and community resources, and available programs that will assist victims during the aftermath of a crime.
- The liaison also assist crime victims in determining their eligibility for financial assistance. The Crime Victims' Compensation Fund - paid out of court costs generated by criminal convictions – provides assistance with medical bills, counseling, lost wages, funeral expenses and other crime related expenses without any cost to taxpayers.
Point of Contact: Ms. Melissa Perkins
Office: UPD 132
Phone: 361-825-3791
Email: melissa.wright2@tamucc.edu
Off Campus Community Resources:
State of Texas Resources:
National Resources:
On Campus Resources:
- Inclusive Islander Network: The Inclusive Islanders are a network of students, staff and faculty who strive to create an environment of inclusion and affirmation.
- For more information, please visit: TAMUCC Inclusion
- University Counseling Center: University Counseling Center staff provide short-term individual, couples, and family counseling services to help students address personal problems that interfere with the demands of college life and their academic success.
- Main Phone: 361-825-2703
Off Campus Community Resources:
- Coastal Bend PRIDE Center: Home to a number of different groups and organizations serving various aspects of the local LGBTIA+ Community.
- For more information, please visit: CB Pride Center
- Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation: Committed to supporting the LGBT community, by providing access to various services. We are a designated safe zone, with the goal to create a welcoming and safe environment for all. Our agency is dedicated to providing the best wellness services and are sensitive to the sometimes unique needs of the LGBT community.
- Main Phone: 361-814-2001
- For more information, please visit: CB Wellness LGBT
National Resources:
- LGBT National Center and Hotline
- Phone:1-888-843-4564, check website for hours of operation
On Campus Resources:
- University Health Center Lactation Room: The University Health Center offers a lactation room in Sandpiper, Room 201. The room may be used by faculty, staff or students. For more information, contact the Health Center at 361-825-2601. Lactation rooms also available by appointment in Faculty Center Room 244 or Tidal Hall Room 124.
Off Campus Community Resources:
State of Texas Resources:
National Resources:
On Campus Resources:
- Student Engagement and Success Case manager
Off Campus Community Resources:
- Nueces County Department of Social Services: Provides direct financial assistance for funeral expenses.
- Main Phone: 361-888-0837
- Nueces County Public Health District: Issues certified copies of certificates of births and deaths.
State of Texas Resources:
- Transfer on Death Deed Project (TODD): Prepare transfer on death deeds for low-income Texans who own property.
- Main Phone: 512-637-6752
- Veteran's Land Board (VLB): Provides free burial space for veterans, their spouses, and eligible dependents.
- Main Phone: 800-252-8387
- Texas Department of State Health Services: Provides certified copies of Texas birth and death records, verification letters for births or deaths.
- Texas Vital Statistics: 888-963-7111
On Campus Resources:
- Academic Advising: Academic Advisors are available to guide you based on your designated major. To see your academic advisor, please schedule an appointment online below or call the phone number next to each major unit. If you are still not sure which direction to go, please email: coast.admin@tamucc.edu for guidance.
- Office of Disability Services: Disability Services (DS) is the hub for coordinating services and accommodations to ensure accessibility and utilization of all programs for all Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi students with disabilities. Our services are designed to meet the unique educational needs of enrolled students with documented permanent or temporary disabilities. DS provides intake and consultation services to students seeking to register with our office. We review individual’s documentation of disability and assess eligibility for services and determination of reasonable accommodations.
- DegreePlanner: DegreePlaner is an easy-to-use online set of academic planning tools that help students and advisors see what courses and requirements students need to graduate. This System Provides a clear picture of degree requirements, interactive “what-if?” scenarios and Self-service access 24/7.
- Center for Academic Student Achievement (CASA): The Center for Academic Student Achievement (CASA), winner of the National Tutoring Association Excellence Award, is committed to providing academic support services to help you reach your educational goals and succeed in the university and beyond. Our motivation is to help students develop the skills necessary to achieve academic success and independence in a supportive learning environment that fosters intellectual growth.
- Student Support Services (SSS): The Student Support Services program is a federally funded TRIO program through the United States Department of Education and is committed to identifying, attracting, and graduating students, especially those from low-income and first generation groups who have been historically underrepresented in Texas higher education. The emphasis is to provide a special environment in which students can come for assistance in meeting their academic, personal, career, cultural awareness, and social needs.
- Office of Distance Education: Texas A&M Corpus Christi adopts e-learning technologies and processes to positively transform teaching methods such that students are fully engaged in learning and do not drop out of courses. In addition, space constraints are relieved by the use of online experiences for students outside of physical classrooms. Online degree and certificate programs are offered that meet the needs of citizens in Texas. And, in the event of a disaster, faculty and students are able to continue the business of education by using online technologies.
- Career Services: The Career Center strives to educate and empower students to achieve career success. To promote student responsibility for lifelong career development through exploration, education, and experience. To partner with stakeholders across the University to enhance and support student achievement. Empowering the diverse Southern Texas community to develop their full potential and enhance their personal excellence and professional marketability by providing strategic career guidance and opportunities to connect with employers worldwide.
Off Campus Community Resources:
- WorkForce Solutions of the Coastal Bend: Career coaches perform comprehensive assessments and help develop an individualized employment plan.
State of Texas Resources:
- Texas Workforce Commission (TWC): Provides a website and hotline for educators, adult learners, students, and parents of students.
- Work In Texas: In addition to personalized job matching, WorkInTexas.com helps you build a resumeé, provides access to career tools, and works as your job search agent.
National Resources: