Universal City
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Local offices in Universal City
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Local office · City office
Universal City Hall
2150 Universal City Blvd, Universal City, TX 78148
Help here
- General city assistanceContact City Hall for help finding the city service or department you need.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on universalcitytexas.gov
Utilities · City office
Water Billing Office
2150 Universal City Blvd, Universal City, TX 78148
Help here
- Water and garbage serviceVisit or contact the office to start or manage water and garbage service.Apply online
- Water bill helpContact the office for help with water billing forms or an eligible bill adjustment.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on universalcitytexas.gov
Library · City office
Universal City Public Library
100 Northview Drive, Universal City, TX 78148
Help here
- Library accessGet a free library card for books, online resources, and public computers; the library serves all Texas residents.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on universalcitytexas.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Greater Randolph Area Services Program (GRASP)
Help here
- Emergency assistanceAsk GRASP about help with rent, clothing, food, or utility costs.Apply online
- Senior servicesContact GRASP to ask what senior services are available to Universal City residents.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on universalcitytexas.gov
Local office · State office
2-1-1 Texas Information and Referral
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 2-1-1 or search online for referrals to local health and human services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211texas.org
City of Universal City website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Bexar County
Universal City is in Bexar County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Bexar County Community Resources Department
612 Nogalitos St., San Antonio, TX 78204
Help here
- Community and social servicesGet help connecting with county programs and services that support families and community well-being.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bexar.org
Public health · County office
Bexar County Public Health Department
Help here
- Public health information and referralsFind health information and connections to resources for residents in unincorporated Bexar County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bexar.org
Housing authority · Regional office
Housing Authority of Bexar County
1954 E. Houston St., Suite 104, San Antonio, TX 78202
Help here
- Rental assistance and housing resourcesLearn about rental assistance and other housing resources for eligible households.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on habctx.org
Veterans · County office
Bexar County Military and Veterans Services Center
1422 E. Grayson St., 4th Floor, San Antonio, TX 78208
Help here
- Veterans benefits and transition supportGet help with veterans benefit claims, employment, and military transition services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bexar.org
Emergency help · County office
Bexar County Office of Emergency Management
8130 Inner Circle, San Antonio, TX 78235
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and recovery informationFind preparedness guidance, emergency information, and recovery resources for disasters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bexar.org
Library · County office
BiblioTech Public Library
Help here
- Digital library servicesGet free library membership and access to digital books, learning resources, and technology services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bexar.org
Texas programs by kind of help
These are run by Texas and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 2-1-1 Texas Information and Referral
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988