Engage Travis County

The City of Austin is under a Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service.

Maximum heat indices of 108 to 112 degrees can be expected. Extreme heat can quickly cause heat-related illness, especially for older adults, young children, people with chronic medical conditions, outdoor workers, and those without access to air conditioning.

All Austin Public Library and Austin Parks facilities can serve as a Cooling Center during normal operating hours. Service animals are permitted in City facilities. Check hours of operation before arriving. Please monitor local news for up-to-date weather information and visit ReadyCentralTexas.org on how to be prepared for summer weather.

For information on recognizing signs of heat related illness, and for heat safety tips, visit https://austintexas.gov/heataware.

Open Now is the City of Austin's resource finder may for unhoused residents. Visit this website https://opennow.maps.austintexas.gov/ to find nearby services like daytime cooling centers, water fountains, healthcare, nutrition support, and more.

Ready Central Texas | City of Austin Prepare for emergencies with Austin Emergency Management. Access official city plans, sign up for Warn Central Texas alerts, and find safety resources for floods and wildfires.

Central Texas is under an Extreme Heat Warning through tonight, 7/22/26, from noon to 8 p.m., with temperatures expected to reach 103 degrees and a heat index of 115.

Tips to avoid developing symptoms of heat related illness include:
• Stay hydrated by taking regular breaks to drink water, even if you are not thirsty.
• If working or playing outdoors, take regular shade breaks to cool off.
• Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
• Wear a brimmed hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

Don't forget your pets. Be sure to bring plenty of water with you if walking or exercising with your dog and have a collapsible bowl for them to stay hydrated as well. Protect their paws. If it is too hot to touch the pavement for 7 seconds with your hand, it is too hot for paws.

Know the signs of heat related illnesses . Heat exhaustion can quickly progress to heat stroke, a life-threatening emergency. If you suspect heat stroke, remember: Move them. Cool them. Call 9-1-1.

Cooling Centers are available at Austin Parks recreation centers and Austin Public Library branches during regular hours. Locations can be found at austintexas.gov/alerts [austintexas.gov].

Please check on neighbors who may be more vulnerable, including older adults, young children, pregnant individuals, people with chronic conditions, and those who work outdoors.

For more information, including the signs and symptoms of heat related illnesses, read the full press release here: Central Texans Encouraged to Prepare for Extreme Heat | AustinTexas.gov [austintexas.gov]

Thank you for helping us keep Central Texans safe this week.
Learn more at ReadyCentralTexas.org [readycentraltexas.org].

Dress for Success Austin is an organization that empowers women to achieve economic mobility by providing a global network of support, workplace attire, and development tools for success.

Opportunities are available in-person and virtually and include things like career support, sorting donated inventory, professional styling, mentors and more. Contact us today to get started!

Ladies Let’s Talk is a nonprofit that helps refugee and immigrant women achieve belonging in their new community. Female volunteers connect with clients to practice English language, navigating daily life, friendship and sisterhood.

Conversations are held on Zoom Thursdays at 7pm CST and Fridays at 10:30 am CST. Join other women learners in a fun and supportive environment! Contact us today.

Striking A Balance Caregiver Conference

Get practical tools, expert guidance, and real support to help you care for your loved one—and yourself.

Feeling overwhelmed, unsure what to do next, or just needing a break? You’re not alone.

Join the conference for a day of support, practical tools, and space to breathe—designed just for caregivers.

This year features three learning tracks:

Caregiver TLC – Rest and recharge through support and gentle experiences
Life Care Planning – Plan ahead with clarity and confidence
Practical Caregiving – Build skills for everyday caregiving
What’s Included:

Complimentary lunch
Access to all sessions
Resource Fair
Supportive Care Lounge (free respite care provided by AGE of Central Texas for pre-registered guests)
Accessibility-ASL interpretation is available upon request—please register by August 11 and indicate your request.
Saturday, August 15, 2026

8:30 am - 2:30 pm

Austin Community College- Eastview Campus

3401 Webberville Road

Austin, TX 78702

Building 8000- Room 8500

Do you have a knack for fixing things? Put your skills to good use by joining the Capital City Village volunteer team.

They are looking for kindhearted individuals to help with minor home repairs, simple fixes that make a huge difference in people’s lives. From replacing light bulbs to patching up small repairs, your time and effort bring comfort and security to those in need.

Be the reason someone feels safe and supported in their home. Thank you for making homes, and hearts a little brighter!

Do You Have Concerns About Falling? Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.

WHO COULD BENEFIT?

Anyone 60 years or older who:

is concerned about falls
is interested in improving balance, flexibility, and strength but has fallen in the past
has restricted activities because of concerns about falling
can problem-solve and remember discussions
YOU WILL LEARN TO:

view falls as controllable
set goals for increasing activity
reduce fall risks at home
exercise to increase strength and balance

Dates: September 24- November 12, 2026

Thursdays

Time: 10:00 am - 12 pm

Dittmar Recreation Center

(1009 W Dittmar Rd, Austin, TX 78745)

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

There is NO COST to participate. Class size limited to 12 participants.

Contact Jessica Martone, (737) 356-8620

Sponsored by: engAGE and Travis County.

DOVIA (Directors of Volunteers in Austin) is hosting a presentation about how nonprofits can connect with local UT students.

The Longhorn Volunteer Network: Connecting Campus Talent with Community Needs

This presentation will review different methods of connecting your non-profit to the University of Texas at Austin students. Erin will walk through the various ways that you can partner with UT students and the VSL office.

Thursday, July 16, 2026
11:30 am - 1 pm

To register, visit
https://www.givepulse.com/event/885033-the-longhorn-volunteer-network-connecting-campus-talent-with-community-needs

About the Presenter, Dr. Erin Long:
Erin currently serves as the Assistant Director for Volunteerism and Service-Learning in the Office of the Dean of Students. Her role is new and was created to build stronger partnerships with community partners. Erin earned her BA from Winthrop University, a M.P.A. from University of Delaware, where her concentration was non-profit administration, an M.A. from University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and most recently her PhD. In Education Leadership and Policy from the University of Texas at Austin, having graduated Fall 2025 (Yay!). She has been working with universities from over twenty years and has just completed her first year in this role.

Trinity Center grew from the concern of parishioners of St. David’s Episcopal Church for people experiencing homelessness, their downtown “neighbors,” who were living in shelters or on the streets near the church. Trinity Center was founded by volunteers and is based on a model of action through volunteerism.

Trinity Center is happy to announce their Enhanced Cooling Center begins today! They will be extending their hours from 1pm-7pm, Monday-Thursday. This program will continue through the end of September. Fridays they will only be open from 9am-1pm.

During these extended hours, they will continue to provide their basic services, while also expanding their offerings. They will be providing up to 20 showers during extended hours, day-sleep opportunities throughout the afternoon, and a 4pm meal from various providers and volunteers.

For more information, volunteer and donation information you can visit https://www.trinitycenteraustin.org/