Student Advocacy & Resource Center

Attention Students!!!

The NVC Student Advocacy & Resource Center will be closed for Winter Break beginning at noon on Wednesday, December 18th, 2024. Operations will be fully closed during the break. We will resume operations beginning Thursday, January 2nd, 2025.

If you need support during the Winter Break, please consider the following resources:

• Additional Community Resources
• If needed, you can also find additional community resources by viewing our NVC Community Resource Guide. You can also contact the United Way Hotline by dialing 211.

• 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. This service is FREE! 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. Students can reach out to the 24/7 Support Team through the app or by calling 833-4-TIMELY. Students can also go to timelycare.com/alamo from their computer and schedule the appointment that way as well.

If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed between now and the next chance for the Advocacy Center to assist, please consider using the following crisis resources:

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
  Dial 988
• 24/7 Crisis Text Line
  Text “HOME” to 741741
• 24/7 Mental Health & Substance Use Hotline for Bexar County
  210-223-7233
• If you believe you’re in immediate danger, please don’t hesitate to dial 911 (when off campus) or 210-485-0911 (when on campus).

We wish you a safe and happy Winter Break! 

We are Here for You!

Northwest Vista College recognizes that students struggling economically or with mental health issues may find college overwhelming at times. We know that stress can impact academic performance. Any student experiencing challenges is encouraged to reach out to the NVC Student Advocacy and Resource Center.  The Advocacy Center provides emergency student aid, help with essential needs, and individual and group mental health counseling at no cost to students.

24-hour emergency help is also available through the National Suicide & Crisis Hotline (Dial 988) or visit https://988lifeline.org/ 

24/7 Crisis Textline is also available by texting "HOME" to 741741.

Getting Started

If you are ready to get started with Advocacy services, please click on the button below to complete our intake forms. An Advocacy team member will be in touch with you soon! 

Please Note: Advocacy online forms are only available during business hours. Forms will be unavailable during Winter Break. 

For information on requesting Zoom for a virtual appointment, please click here.

Special Training Opportunity!

OUR TEAM

Counselors are here to help with your mental health needs. Free individual counseling and support groups are available. Scheduled and drop-in. Learn More.

Case Managers are here to help you gain access to critical onsite support, emergency student aid, and community resources.

Click Here for instructions on requesting a Zoom virtual appointment. 

ONSITE STUDENT SUPPORTS

The Store students sign up for twice monthly curbside groceries and hygiene.

AVAILABLE DAILY

GrabNGo students drop by to grab a snack and drink one time per day.

Health and Wellness Station condoms, face masks, feminine products are available at no cost as needed.

STUDENTS WHO ARE PARENTS (CLICK BELOW)

Services for Parents who are Students / Students with Children