November is Diabetes Awareness Month. November is the time to raise awareness about the growing impact of diabetes on millions of Americans and to promote prevention, early detection, and effective management. This observance encourages individuals to make healthier lifestyle choices—such as eating nutritious foods, staying active, and getting regular checkups—to reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes. It’s also a time to support those living with diabetes and recognize the importance of community programs, education, and access to care. Together, we can take steps toward a healthier future and empower everyone to take charge of their well-being.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer affects millions of women each year. While the statistics can feel overwhelming, early detection, education, and support make a real difference in survival. We encourage people to schedule screenings, practice self-exams, and seek medical advice when something feels wrong. 


When detected early, breast cancer is often more treatable, giving patients better outcomes and more time with their loved ones. Mammograms, clinical breast exams, and self-checks are tools in the fight against breast cancer. Women should to talk to their healthcare provider about when to begin regular screenings. Even small changes noticed during a self-exam should never be ignored.


Breast cancer impacts families, friends, and entire communities. Survivors show incredible strength, but they often need ongoing emotional and physical support. By offering compassion, listening, and standing with them, we can help ease their journey.

If you know someone who needs help, here are some resources:

 If you know someone who needs help, here are some important resources:

Texas Diabetes Institute

Diabetes Prevention Program

Mobile Health Laboratory

Community Connections Hotline

210-207-1799

The hotline is staffed by trained specialists and benefits navigators who offer compassionate, confidential guidance to callers seeking help with:

  • Housing and rent assistance
  • Emergency shelter and transitional housing
  • Utility payment support
  • Access to food and basic needs
  • Transportation resources
  • Referrals to mental health, substance use, and healthcare services
  • Public benefits navigation and application assistance

Buckner Family Hope Center

They protect vulnerable children, strengthen families, transforms lives for generations and serves senior adults through Christ-centered values. Buckner does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability when providing services to its clients. More Information

Firearms are the leading cause of death in children in the United States — most of which come from accidental discharges and suicides. While research shows that most gun owners own firearms for protection, there’s more we can do to protect our family from our firearms. Learn the simple steps you can take to keep your family safe. More Information

The Enhanced Library Card includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 


Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more. More Information

This is a free pre-crisis line that connects people to specialists who can lend a compassionate ear and/or connect them to resources in the community. Anyone can call to receive resources and support. We can also tell you about the free mental health education programs NAMI Greater San Antonio has to offer.

With over $50M in annual funding, Be Well Texas is breaking new ground in addiction research, education and treatment. Read more about how this initiative aligns cutting-edge science with compassionate care to tackle the complexities of substance use disorder across Texas in the latest edition of Future magazine, click here to read article.