Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # RMYA - Roy Maas Youth Alternatives At RMYA, we envision a community where every child has a dream and every dream thrives. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.rmya.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Governor Abbott Announces Texas Joining “A Home For Every Child” Initiative To Strengthen Foster Care](https://www.rmya.org/2026/05/governor-abbott-announces-texas-joining-a-home-for-every-child-initiative-to-strengthen-foster-care/) - Governor Greg Abbott, alongside Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Commissioner Audrey O’Neill and Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Assistant Secretary Alex J. Adams, today announced Texas is joining the Trump Administration’s “A Home for Every Child” initiative. The announcement comes during National Foster Care Month and reflects the state’s ongoing efforts to ensure every - [State launches online series to help ID mental health conditions early](https://www.rmya.org/2021/05/state-launches-online-series-to-help-id-mental-health-conditions-early/) - We’re here for you helping guide you to resources that can help you and your loved ones. Texas Health and Human Services Commission is launching a new online series to help identify behavioral issues early. We’re taking a deep dive into what they look like and how they can point you in the right direction. - [Not for sale: Sex trafficking survivor shares how she found refuge in College Station](https://www.rmya.org/2023/03/not-for-sale-sex-trafficking-survivor-shares-how-she-found-refuge-in-college-station/) - Karla Solomon’s story is etched on her body. “So, my tattoos are very much to deal with human trafficking but in that same sentence, they are very spiritual,” said Solomon. “The broken chains obviously mean two different things. Yes, I broke free from slavery, but it wasn’t me who broke those chains, it was God.” - [Meet 16-year-old Axis | Forever Family](https://www.rmya.org/2021/05/meet-16-year-old-axis-forever-family/) - Teenage foster kid hoping for Forever Family wish to come true. ## Pages - [RMYA](https://www.rmya.org/) - At RMYA, we envision a community where every child has a dream and every dream thrives. - [Vision, Mission, and Values](https://www.rmya.org/vision-mission-and-values/) - RMYA creates brighter futures for children, youth, and families in crisis by fostering healing, healthy relationships, and individual growth in a safe environment. - [Internship](https://www.rmya.org/internship/) - RMYA interns are a welcome part of the company culture. RMYA seeks to develop individuals in the art of mental health care with a passion-driven team. RMYA offers supervised hours for licensure in an environment of teamwork that is compassionate and purpose-filled. For an internship in mental health licensure or for college course credits, please - [Leadership](https://www.rmya.org/leadership/) - Program Leadership Alyssa M.J. Alechenu Director of Program Operations, Meadowland Joye Sanchez Director of Quality Improvement Rachel Mialkowski Clinic Director Jill Taylor Registered Nurse Griselda Reyna Registered Nurse Mireya Garcia Sr. Director of Clinical & Medical Services Derrick Bam Senior Director of Shelter & Transitional Services Martin Arevalo Director of Facilities Julian Bell Senior Director - [Family Counseling & Resource Center](https://www.rmya.org/family-counseling-resource/) - RMYA is an approved site for Bexar County Juvenile Probation and the Department of Family and Protective Services-mandated counseling. Meet The Team Hours of Operations: Monday: ClosedTuesday: 9 AM – 6 PMWednesday: 9 AM – 8 PMThursday: 9 AM – 6 PMFriday: 9 AM – 6 PM Saturday: 9 AM – 6 PMSunday: Closed Counseling ServicesRMYA - [Celebrating 50 Years of Building Bridges from Crisis to Safety](https://www.rmya.org/rmya-50th-anniversary-gala/) - Celebrating 50 Years of Building Bridges from Crisis to Safety As Roy Maas Youth Alternatives marks 50 years of caring for Texas children, we invite you to a special evening of celebration, inspiration, and community.The 50th Anniversary Gala is our opportunity to honor the legacy of dreams we have built together, share stories of transformed - [Stuff the Bus](https://www.rmya.org/stuff-the-bus/) - Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive RMYA is participating as a partner and beneficiary of Community in Schools’ Stuff the Bus 2026 school supply drive. Join us by donating school supplies online or in person, or by volunteering on Stuff the Bus Day. Every backpack, notebook, and pencil helps ensure students have the tools they - [Planned Giving](https://www.rmya.org/planned-giving/) - Create a legacy of hope You can leave a long-term legacy impact for the children at RMYA! Planned Giving is an opportunity to make a unique, compassionate, and lasting difference. Even a small percentage of that wealth through a gift in your will, a life insurance policy, or stock can provide hope and help children dream - [Admissions & Referrals](https://www.rmya.org/admissions-referrals/) - Admissions & Referrals - Points of Contact Children in Foster Care or in Need of Long-term Residential Care Please contact us if you are a placing agency or case worker who is looking for placement for a child. 210-340-8077 ext. 2113 MLAdmissions@rmya.org Children in Need of Emergency Shelter Please contact us if you are a - [Financial Information](https://www.rmya.org/financial-information/) - As part of the ongoing commitment to financial transparency, RMYA makes annual independent audits and federal tax filings from the last several years available to any interested party. RMYA Audit: 2025 Audit Report 2024 Audit Report 2023 Audit Report 2022 Audit Report 2021 Audit Report RMYA PF-990: 2025 PF-990 2024 PF-990 2023 PF-990 2022 PF-990 - [RMYA TurningPoint Transitional Living](https://www.rmya.org/rmya-turningpoint-transitional-living/) - TurningPoint Transitional Living Program Turning 18 after foster care can be overwhelming. Many young people leave care without family support, financial stability, or experience managing daily life — putting them at risk for housing instability or homelessness.RMYA’s TurningPoint Transitional Living Program provides a safe, supportive environment for young adults who have aged out of foster care, - [Family Counseling & Resource Center](https://www.rmya.org/family-counseling-and-resource-center/) - RMYA is an approved site for Bexar County Juvenile Probation and the Department of Family and Protective Services mandated counseling. Meet The Team Clinical Internship Counseling ServicesRMYA supports families navigating a wide range of behavioral and emotional crises, including but not limited to parent-child conflict, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts or behaviors, PTSD, trafficking, child abuse, - [Join The Team](https://www.rmya.org/join-the-team/) - RMYA is comprised of a long-term residential treatment facility, short-term emergency shelter, counseling and psychiatric center, on-campus charter school and transitional living program for children and youth who have experienced abuse, neglect, sexual exploitation or homelessness. The organization has over 100 team members from maintenance and administration to direct child care teams and therapists. RMYA - [Donate - 50th Anniversary Fundraising Goals](https://www.rmya.org/donate/) - Be the Bridge thatSupports Dreams You can change lives for the children at RMYA! When you give to RMYA, you empower a traumatized child to dream again. You show them that there is hope, healing, and caring all around them. You inspire them to make better choices, and strengthen the community for generations to come. Select how - [Donate & Sponsor a Child](https://www.rmya.org/donate-today/) - DONATE TODAY Help change lives for the children at RMYA! When you donate to RMYA, you empower a traumatized child to dream again. You show them that there is hope, healing, and caring all around them. You inspire them to make better choices, and strengthen the community for generations to come. Your support reaches a child - [Lemonade Day](https://www.rmya.org/lemonade-day/) - Lemonade Day Saturday May 2, 2026 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Meadowland Charter School 121 Old San Antonio Road., Boerne, TX 78006 Come & Support the RMYA Kids! Make an Online Donation Lemonade, Sweet Treats, and Fun! RMYA’s children are participating in the Boerne Chamber’s Annual Lemonade Day to learn how to become future business leaders. - [BakerTriangle Charity Golf Tournament for RMYA Kids](https://www.rmya.org/bakertriangle/) - BakerTriangle Charity Golf Tournament for RMYA Kids Friday, May 22, 2026 Registration & Tacos: 7:00 AM Tee Time: 8:00 AM Lunch and Awards: Following Golf Canyon Springs Golf Club 24405 Wilderness Oak, San Antonio, TX 78260 Benefiting Roy MAAS Youth Alternatives The 19th Annual BakerTriangle Charity Golf Tournament is more than just a day on - [50th Anniversary Gala](https://www.rmya.org/brighter-futures-gala/) - 50th Anniversary Gala RMYA is thrilled to welcome our friends, partners, and stakeholders to the 50th Anniversary Gala! Together, we help kids find the courage to dream again. Saturday, October 3, 2026 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM La Cantera Resort & Spa 16641 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78256 Sponsorship Packages RMYA PRESENTS THE - [Psychiatric Clinic](https://www.rmya.org/psychiatric-clinic/) - Hours of Operations: Monday & Sunday: ClosedTuesday, Thursday, Friday &Sunday: 9 AM – 6 PMWednesday: 9 AM – 8 PM - [Restoring hope, One Child at a Time](https://www.rmya.org/restoring-hope-one-child-at-a-time/) - Roy Maas Youth Alternatives (RMYA) provides comprehensive residential care and counseling services to children needing a safe place to live. While they have been deeply harmed, at RMYA, they find protection, healing, and transformation. RMYA teaches children to dream again! - [Counseling](https://www.rmya.org/counseling-2/) - Hours of Operations: Monday: ClosedTuesday: 9 AM – 6 PMWednesday: 9 AM – 8 PMThursday: 9 AM – 6 PMFriday: 9 AM – 6 PM Saturday: 9 AM – 6 PMSunday: Closed Meet the Team at RMYA Counseling Center Therapeutic Modalities Offered and Definitions Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®)An attachment-based, trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet - [Get Help](https://www.rmya.org/get-help/) - RMYA provides critical emergency shelter, long-term residential care, and family counseling resources. The Bridge Emergency Shelter partnered with Safe Place as a Safe Place site for at-risk youth. If you are in immediate danger, please call 9-1-1 for local law enforcement. BE AWARE & REPORT If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, - [National Child Abuse Prevention Month](https://www.rmya.org/dine-n-donate/) - DINE & DONATE TO SUPPORT CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION Over 28,000 children in Texas have been removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect. Bexar County leads Texas with the MOST children in crisis by promoting individual success and healthy relationship in a safe, healing environment, giving children and families the tools to end the - [Board of Directors](https://www.rmya.org/rmya-board-of-directors/) - RMYA is governed by a member volunteer Board of Directors. The board provides oversight for the organizational operations which includes strategic planning, budget approvals and active fundraising. RMYA is honored to have an esteemed board of leaders in the community that give back to the children served. CHAIR – Rick KingAT&T (Retired)Vice Chair – Scott - [Meet The Team](https://www.rmya.org/meet-the-team/) - Counseling Center Team Rachel MialkowskiClinic Director MS, LPC Therapeutic modalities:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Existential Therapy Languages: English Megan McPheron Lead Clinician MS, LPC-Supervisor, LMFT-Supervisor, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy certified Therapeutic Modalities:Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, TBRI Practitioner, EMDR – Basic Trained Languages: English Brittany GoodrichClinician I MA, LPC-Associate Supervised by Megan McPheron, MS, - [Champions fore Charity](https://www.rmya.org/champions-fore-charity/) - Champions fore Charity Kick off the New Year by making a difference in the lives of children who need us the most. When you participate in Valero Energy Champions fore Charity, your contribution will impact children who need your support the most. Make a 107% dIFFERENCE Champions fore Charity is a fundraising program that provides - [MEADOWLAND](https://www.rmya.org/rmya-meadowland-long-term-residential-care/) - Up to seventy children at a time live at the RMYA Meadowland campus – a private, 40-acre respite in Boerne, Texas. Most of these children come from abusive and neglectful homes. RMYA’s goal is to help heal their trauma by providing a safe, structured environment combined with comprehensive therapeutic treatment. COUNSELINGOn-staff licensed counselors are assigned - [Spread Holiday Joy with Roy!](https://www.rmya.org/spread-holiday-joy-with-roy/) - Spread Holiday Joy with Roy! Volunteer for RMYA's Upcoming Holiday Events This holiday season, we’re looking for friendly volunteers to help make the season bright for the children and families we serve. From decorating and setting up event spaces to wrapping and organizing gifts, every helping hand makes a difference. Join us in bringing warmth, - [Giving Tuesday](https://www.rmya.org/givingtuesday/) - #GivingTuesday Today, December 2, 2025, is GivingTuesday — a global movement built on radical generosity.Each year, millions of people unite to give their time, talents, and treasures to make the world a better place. In 2024 alone, participants donated $3.6 billion across the U.S.—proving that when we give together, we create real, lasting change.At Roy Maas - [Parenting Class](https://www.rmya.org/parenting-class/) - Meet The Team Hours of Operations: Monday: ClosedTuesday: 9 AM – 6 PMWednesday: 9 AM – 8 PMThursday: 9 AM – 6 PMFriday: 9 AM – 6 PM Saturday: 9 AM – 6 PMSunday: Closed - [Community Resources](https://www.rmya.org/resources/) - Food Housing Clothing Disability Medical Health Mental/Behavioral Health Therapy Transportation Food Haven for Hope (of Bexar County) Offers services including emergency shelter, housing placement, case management, outreach, and long-term assistance for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Shelter includes meals. (210) 220-2100 info@havenforhope.org 1 Haven for Hope Way, San Antonio, TX 78207 https://www.havenforhope.org SAMMinistries Provides emergency - [I am Here](https://www.rmya.org/iamhere/) - I am HERE: Vital Document Legal Hotline for Youth​ A free, dedicated, state-specific legal assistance hotline for youth experiencing homelessness. Click here to Call: 1-888-870-DOCS Available Every Wednesday + Voicemail and Texts are Encouraged The I Am Here: Vital Document Legal Hotline for Youth is a free, dedicated legal hotline for youth experiencing homelessness to - [FAQ](https://www.rmya.org/faq/) - Residential Care Residential Care FAQ 1 Resource 1Resource 2Resource 3 Residential Care FAQ 2 Resource 1Resource 2Resource 3 Residential Care FAQ 3 Resource 1Resource 2Resource 3 Residential Care FAQ 4 Resource 1Resource 2Resource 3 Residential Care FAQ 5 Resource 1Resource 2Resource 3 Emergency Shelter & Residental Care Learn more about the shelter & care RMYA - [Residential Programs](https://www.rmya.org/residential-programs/) - RMYA provides shelter & care for a child through each stage of their healing journey. The Bridge Emergency Shelter offers children ages 5-17 a safe, short‑term living environment due to abuse, neglect, or homelessness. Meadowland, RMYA’s long-term residential care for children with high needs due to significant abuse. The TurningPoint Transitional Living program teaches young - [Join The Team-old](https://www.rmya.org/join-the-team-old/) - RMYA is comprised of a long-term residential treatment facility, short-term emergency shelter, counseling and psychiatric center, on-campus charter school and transitional living program for children and youth who have experienced abuse, neglect, sexual exploitation or homelessness. The organization has over 100 team members from maintenance and administration to direct child care teams and therapists. RMYA - [Affiliations and Licenses](https://www.rmya.org/affiliations-and-licenses/) - Licenses General Residential Operational Licenses: Child Care Services (#251707) Residential Treatment (#185528) Emergency Shelter (#170567) ACCREDITATION Affiliations - [Restoring hope, One Child at a Time - old](https://www.rmya.org/sample-page/) - PROTECT HEAL TRANSFORM SPONSOR-A-CHILD You can truly make a difference by sponsoring an RMYA child today. Most of the children come to RMYA from severely abusive homes, and need comprehensive treatment to help them heal. Your monthly sponsorship will go directly to a child’s care providing: Counseling Services Nutrition & Shelter Clothing, Shoes & Personal - [Honoring Mother's Day](https://www.rmya.org/mothersday/) - Honoring Mother's Day Because Love Changes Everything. Honor the Mother Figures in Your Life by Supporting a Child in Need This Mother’s Day, celebrate the love and guidance of the incredible women in your life by giving a gift to Roy Maas Youth Alternatives (RMYA) in Their Honor.Too many children in foster care are growing - [Moonlight Over Meadowland](https://www.rmya.org/moonlight-over-meadowland/) - Moonlight Over Meadowland Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 121 Old San Antonio Road, Boerne, TX 78006 Valet parking available for all guests Request an Invite This event will benefit children living at Meadowland, the long-term residential campus of Roy Maas Youth Alternatives. Meadowland in Boerne (a branch of Roy Maas - [Give RMYA's Kids a Wonderful Life](https://www.rmya.org/holiday-giving/) - Give Our Kids the Greatest Gift... Your Help Provides RMYA’s Children with a Place that Feels Like Home. RMYA must raise nearly half its annual budget through private donations. With your generosity, we’re able to help traumatized children heal and find the home they deserve. You truly make a difference for those who have no - [Volunteer](https://www.rmya.org/volunteer/) - Share YOUR enthusiasm with RMYA's children RMYA needs creative, active, and optimistic volunteers who can share their skills and talents with RMYA! The connection you build with RMYA can start a ripple of change, affecting the lives of children and the future we all share in our local community.Volunteers serve in every area of our - [Sponsor A RMYA Child-old](https://www.rmya.org/childs-dream-sponsor/) - SPONSOR-A-CHILD By becoming a RMYA Sponsor-A-Child member, you are not only providing crucial support for a child’s healing and recovery, but you are also helping them dream again. These children have been through unimaginable hardships and trauma, and your support can help them see a brighter future. Monthly RMYA Sponsor-A-Child members play an important role - [Will You Be Their Valentine?](https://www.rmya.org/valentine/) - Will You Be Their Valentine? RMYA is kicking off February Sponsor-A-Child Month! RMYA has hundreds of kids that need you to become a child sponsor. As a Sponsor-A Child Member, you will be providing healing therapy, enrichment activities, and residential care for a special RMYA child. Imagine the difference you can make each month in a - [Sponsor A RMYA Child](https://www.rmya.org/sponsor-a-rmya-child/) - SPONSOR-A-CHILD By becoming a RMYA Sponsor-A-Child member, you are not only providing crucial support for a child’s healing and recovery, but you are also helping them dream again. These children have been through unimaginable hardships and trauma, and your support can help them see a brighter future. Monthly RMYA Sponsor-A-Child members play an important role - [Our History](https://www.rmya.org/about-us/) - The Founding In 1976, with a small budget of $100,000, Roy Maas opened up the Bridge, a 16-bed emergency shelter for abused and neglected boys who were too often ending up in the juvenile justice system. In 1977, with donor support, he opened up Girlsville, an emergency shelter for girls. Seeing the need for safe - [To Protect](https://www.rmya.org/to-protect/) - RMYA provides long-term residential care, short-term shelter care and counseling services to children and young adults ranging in age from 5 to 24. RMYA provides each child with a personalized, comprehensive treatment plan to help them regain their physical and emotional footing. Emergency Shelter This Bridge emergency shelter serves children (ages 5-17) 24-hours a day - [To Heal](https://www.rmya.org/to-heal/) - RMYA offers low or no cost individual and family counseling, crisis intervention, parenting classes, and child & adolescent psychiatric services for community children and families struggling with emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues. Children at RMYA attend on-site charter schools. Family Counseling & Resource Center RMYA’s Family Counseling & Resource Center offers low or no - [Contact RMYA](https://www.rmya.org/contact-us/) - RMYA looks forward to connecting with you!If you are in immediate danger or need emergency services please call 9-1-1. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail * or Message Phone Phone *Comment or MessageSubmitSan Antonio, TX, 78213 Email info@rmya.org Call 210-340-8077 Follow - [News](https://www.rmya.org/news/) - Governor Abbott Announces Texas Joining “A Home For Every Child” Initiative To Strengthen Foster Care May 29, 2026 Governor Greg Abbott, alongside Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Commissioner Audrey O’Neill and Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Assistant Secretary Alex J. Adams, today announced Texas is joining the Trump Administration’s “A Home - [Bridge](https://www.rmya.org/bridge-emergency-shelter/) - RMYA provides critical emergency shelter services for runaway, homeless, foster youth, trafficked, and children transitioning from juvenile probation. RMYA is one of only four shelters in the San Antonio/Bexar region providing emergency shelter care. The Bridge Emergency Shelter can provide a safe living environment for up to 90 days. On-Boarding Health CheckUpon arrival all children - [RMYA Foundation](https://www.rmya.org/foundation/) - RMYA FOUNDATION our impact The Roy Maas Youth Alternatives (RMYA) Foundation was formed in 2003 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit supporting organization for the benefit of RMYA. The RMYA Foundation accepts, administers, and manages gifts, bequests, and property on behalf of RMYA, and in so doing, ensures that RMYA therapeutic and residential programs will be able - [Our Supporters](https://www.rmya.org/our-supporters/) - OUR SUPPORTERS Sponsors by level ANNUAL REPORT - [To Transform](https://www.rmya.org/to-transform/) - Many youth aging out of foster care, and youth who grew up in abusive or neglectful homes, are ill-equipped to adjust to life on their own. When young adults find themselves unprepared for the responsibilities of adulthood, and without the skills necessary to live independently, they are at risk of homelessness. RMYA offers the Transitional - [Donor Dashboard](https://www.rmya.org/donor-dashboard/) - [give_donor_dashboard] - [Donation Failed](https://www.rmya.org/donation-failed/) - We're sorry, your donation failed to process. Please try again or contact site support. - [Donation Confirmation](https://www.rmya.org/donation-confirmation/) - [give_receipt] ## Resources - [UT Health San Antonio
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/ut-health-san-antonio-2/) - Provides psychiatric and medical services for youth, with rapid access (24–48 hours for new admits/crisis). - [Haven for Hope (of Bexar County)](https://www.rmya.org/resources/haven-for-hope-of-bexar-county-copy/) - Provides referrals for medical and behavioral health services as part of its shelter programming. - [Bexar County Behavioral Health
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/bexar-county-behavioral-health/) - Provides mental health support, crisis intervention, and disability-related services. - [Bexar County Behavioral Health](https://www.rmya.org/resources/bexar-county-behavioral-health-disability/) - Provides mental health support, crisis intervention, and disability-related services. - [SAMMinistries](https://www.rmya.org/resources/samministries-housing/) - Emergency shelter, transitional housing, and supportive services. - [SA Youth (San Antonio Youth Advocacy)
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/sa-youth-san-antonio-youth-advocacy/) - Supports at-risk and homeless youth with advocacy, case management, counseling, safe housing, and educational programs. - [Presa Community Center Transportation / Shuttle Services & SaGO – San Antonio Free Micro-Transit
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/presa-community-center-transportation-shuttle-services-sago-san-antonio-free-micro-transit/) - Provides free last-mile rides via e-vehicle for people in the service area. Helps bridge the gap between transit stops and final destinations - [Family Service Association of San Antonio](https://www.rmya.org/resources/family-service-association-of-san-antonio-2/) - Counseling and mental health services. - [City of San Antonio, Department of Human Services
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/city-of-san-antonio-department-of-human-services/) - Offers programs supporting residents with early education, child care assistance, financial/emergency aid, education, homeless assistance, senior services, and disability support. - [City of San Antonio, Department of Human Services](https://www.rmya.org/resources/city-of-san-antonio-department-of-human-services-medical/) - Health and wellness programs, financial aid, and community resources. - [Bexar County Behavioral Health](https://www.rmya.org/resources/bexar-county-behavioral-health-medical/) - Coordinates with health services for integrated behavioral and medical care. - [UT Health San Antonio
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/ut-health-san-antonio/) - Provides psychiatric evaluations and mental health services. - [Texas Governor’s Child Sex Trafficking Team (CSTT)
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/texas-governors-child-sex-trafficking-team-cstt/) - Coordinates statewide response to child sex trafficking, including trauma-informed mental health services. - [SA Youth (San Antonio Youth Advocacy)](https://www.rmya.org/resources/sa-youth-san-antonio-youth-advocacy-mental/) - Case management, counseling, and mental health referrals. - [National Safe Place](https://www.rmya.org/resources/national-safe-place-2/) - Crisis intervention network for youth, connecting them immediately to safe shelter and counseling. - [National Runaway Safeline (NRS)](https://www.rmya.org/resources/national-runaway-safeline-nrs/) - 24/7 hotline and resource network for runaway, homeless, or at-risk youth. - [Jewish Family Service of San Antonio](https://www.rmya.org/resources/jewish-family-service-of-san-antonio-mental/) - Mental health counseling and case management. - [Jewish Family Service of San Antonio](https://www.rmya.org/resources/jewish-family-service-of-san-antonio-therapy/) - Provides counseling, case management, adoption support, and financial aid programs. - [Children’s Crisis Services (Center for Health Care Services)
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/childrens-crisis-services-center-for-health-care-services/) - Offers crisis assessment and stabilization for youth. - [Family Counseling & Resource Center Program (RMYA)](https://www.rmya.org/resources/family-counseling-resource-center-program-rmya/) - RMYA’s Family Counseling & Resource Center offers supervised counseling, assessments, and referrals through clinical interns. - [Jewish Family Service of San Antonio](https://www.rmya.org/resources/jewish-family-service-of-san-antonio/) - Provides counseling, case management, adoption support, financial assistance, and special needs services. - [VIA’s Reduced Fare Program](https://www.rmya.org/resources/vias-reduced-fare-program/) - Offers discounted bus passes (25% off) for nonprofit/social service groups serving low-income clients. Participating organizations distribute passes to eligible clients. - [GRASP Transit (Greater Randolph Area Services Program)](https://www.rmya.org/resources/grasp-transit-greater-randolph-area-services-program/) - Provides rides for low-income families, seniors, people with disabilities, and veterans. Trips include medical appointments, grocery shopping, and other essential travel. Modest fares apply. - [San Antonio Food Bank](https://www.rmya.org/resources/san-antonio-food-bank-2/) - Provides food assistance and limited clothing support through community programs. - [San Antonio Food Bank](https://www.rmya.org/resources/san-antonio-food-bank/) - Provides food assistance, nutrition programs, and community support services. - [Thrive Youth Center
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/thrive-youth-center/) - Supports LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness through emergency shelter, rapid rehousing, case management, counseling, life skills, education support, and mental health referrals. - [National Safe Place](https://www.rmya.org/resources/national-safe-place/) - Safe Place is a national crisis intervention network providing immediate help and safety for youth in crisis. Local Safe Place sites (libraries, YMCAs, transit stations, QuikTrips) provide free transportation to RMYA shelters. - [Haven for Hope (of Bexar County)](https://www.rmya.org/resources/haven-for-hope-of-bexar-county-2/) - Emergency shelter, case management, housing placement, and outreach services. - [Haven for Hope (of Bexar County)
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/haven-for-hope-of-bexar-county/) - Offers services including emergency shelter, housing placement, case management, outreach, and long-term assistance for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Shelter includes meals. - [Close to Home (San Antonio / Bexar County CoC Lead)
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/close-to-home-san-antonio-bexar-county-coc-lead/) - Coordinates the region’s homelessness response system, including data collection, funding, policy development, Coordinated Entry, housing voucher programs, and youth homelessness initiatives. - [Family Service Association of San Antonio
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/family-service-association-of-san-antonio/) - Provides counseling, case management, mental health services, and crisis intervention. - [Alamo Commutes
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/alamo-commutes/) - Free planning support for affordable commuting options in Bexar, Comal, and Guadalupe Counties. Options may include carpooling, transit routes, or other cost-saving solutions. - [SA Threads
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/sa-threads/) - Provides free clothing and accessories to teens and young adults (ages 12–21, and up to 25 for those in extended foster care) who are in foster care, experiencing homelessness, or otherwise in need. Youth “shop” in a boutique-style setting for new and gently used items, helping build confidence and dignity. Services available by appointment; emergency - [Belong (Division of SJRC Texas)
](https://www.rmya.org/resources/belong-division-of-sjrc-texas/) - Provides foster and kinship care, case management, reunification services, adoption support, caregiver support groups, parenting classes, and Family Resource Centers. - [SAMMinistries](https://www.rmya.org/resources/samministries/) - Provides emergency shelter, transitional housing, and supportive services to prevent and end homelessness for individuals and families in San Antonio. Includes food access. ## 3D FlipBook - [2024 Annual Report](https://www.rmya.org/3d-flip-book/2024-annual-report/) - [2023 Annual Report](https://www.rmya.org/3d-flip-book/2023-annual-report/) ## Categories - [News](https://www.rmya.org/category/news/) - [Food](https://www.rmya.org/category/food/) - [Housing](https://www.rmya.org/category/housing/) - [Clothing](https://www.rmya.org/category/clothing/) - [Transportation](https://www.rmya.org/category/transportation/) - [Disability](https://www.rmya.org/category/disability/) - [Therapy](https://www.rmya.org/category/therapy/) - [Mental/Behavioral Health](https://www.rmya.org/category/mental-behavioral-health/) - [Medical Health](https://www.rmya.org/category/medical-health/) ## Tags - [Mental Health](https://www.rmya.org/tag/mental-health/) - [Behavioral Health Services](https://www.rmya.org/tag/behavioral-health-services/) - [HHSC](https://www.rmya.org/tag/hhsc/) - [Anxiety](https://www.rmya.org/tag/anxiety/) - [Depression](https://www.rmya.org/tag/depression/) - [PTSD](https://www.rmya.org/tag/ptsd/) - [Bipolar Disorder](https://www.rmya.org/tag/bipolar-disorder/) - [Intellectual and Developmental Disability and Behavioral Health Services](https://www.rmya.org/tag/intellectual-and-developmental-disability-and-behavioral-health-services/) - [Texas Health and Human Services Commission](https://www.rmya.org/tag/texas-health-and-human-services-commission/) - [Axis](https://www.rmya.org/tag/axis/) - [Roy Maas Alternatives Youth Alternatives Meadowland Campus](https://www.rmya.org/tag/roy-maas-alternatives-youth-alternatives-meadowland-campus/) - [Roy Maas Alternatives Youth Alternatives](https://www.rmya.org/tag/roy-maas-alternatives-youth-alternatives/) - [Meadowland Campus](https://www.rmya.org/tag/meadowland-campus/) - [Forever Family](https://www.rmya.org/tag/forever-family/) - [Kens5](https://www.rmya.org/tag/kens5/) - [KRHD](https://www.rmya.org/tag/krhd/) - [Solomon](https://www.rmya.org/tag/solomon/) - [Mercy Gate Ministries](https://www.rmya.org/tag/mercy-gate-ministries/) - [Roy Maas Youth Alternatives](https://www.rmya.org/tag/roy-maas-youth-alternatives/) - [News 4 SA](https://www.rmya.org/tag/news-4-sa/)