Campus and Community resources:

If you are seeking assistance with resources, please reach out to your child's school counselor and/or Karen McGarity at:  

Karen McGarity, LPC-AT, ATR-BC

Licensed Mental Health Professional, McCallum Vertical team

Work cell (512) 270-1178

Work email  karen.mcgarity@austinisd.org 

Austin ISD- LMHP site: https://www.austinisd.org/mentalhealth/lmhp 

Mental Health Resources

Remember to always call 911 in an emergency

• Parent/Guardian Resource Guide (English)

• Parent/Guardian Resource Guide (Spanish)

Quick Links to Community Resources: 

Find Help- search engine of local agencies and community programs: https://www.findhelp.org/ 

Central Texas Food Bank- search engine of food pantries in your area https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/

Enrollment in SNAP- The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly called food stamps https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/get-help/help-food-stamps

City of Austin Neighborhood Centers: The City of Austin's Neighborhood Centers help families in need with free services like food help, job search help, health screenings, bus passes, and more. https://www.austintexas.gov/services/get-help-neighborhood-centers 

Travis Country Community Center- Central Austin Location; Phone: 512-854-4120 https://www.traviscountytx.gov/health-human-services/individuals-families/central-austin-community-center