People think about giving their families the gift of a pet during the holidays.  Lisa encouraged people to think about adoption first.  We talked about the benefits of adoption, and all the services ACS and other shelters offer to adopters.  We also talked about the shelter's upcoming Home For the Holidays event on 12/20 and 12/21 with lots of Christmas activities for the family.  

Website:  www.saacs.net 

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The Red Kettle Campaign and Angel Tree has started.  We talked about the important mission of the Salvation Army and the programs right here in San Antonio.  We talked about the need for Volunteers for the Red Kettle Campaign.  We also talked about how our listeners can get involved and help with the Salvation Army.

Website:  www.salvationarmysatx.org   
Register To Volunteer: www.registertoring.com    

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We discussed the mission and history of Guide Dogs of Texas, Katelyn talked about the positive live changing difference a Guide Dog can make to someone that's visually impaired.  She talked about how the Guide Dogs are trained and what they go through. We also talked about how listeners can help they achieve their mission.  

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This is the 29th year the Gotcha Covered Collection Drive will helping San Antonians in need.  The collection drive takes place December 7th at the Park North Shopping Center form 9a - 3p.  The collected goods help Haven For Hope, The San Antonio Food Bank, and Battered Women and Children's Shelter.  Howie talks about the importance of the drive, how you can help, how you can volunteer, and more.

Website: www.gotchacovered.org 

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Mike talked about the unique role the Tobin Center plays in San Antonio including: the economic impact, the educational impact, and the entertainment impact.  He talked about the Resident companies that partner with the Tobin.  He talked about free community events and the upcoming fundraiser on November 1st.  

Website: https://www.tobincenter.org 

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We discussed two topics.  Suicide Prevention Month and Substance Abuse Awareness Month.  We discussed how common both are and how to get help.  We discussed how Laurel Ridge Treatment Center has a 40 year history of helping people with both of these issues.  We talked about the signs that a loved one may be experiencing suicidal thoughts or having substance abuse issues.  We also talked about how to get help.  The key takeaway is there help and hope.  If you have concerns for yourself or a loved one you can call 988 or Laurel Ridge Treatment Center at 210-491-3591.

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline - 988
Laurel Ridge Treatment Center Hotline - 210-491-3591
Website:  https://laurelridgetc.com

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Mary talked about the long history of Family Service and how today it offers services to every aspect of the family including preborn to seniors.  The programs and numerous and Mary explained how they are designed to help with a wide range of family challenges.  We also talked about the upcoming 2nd Annual Take Walk on the Westside.

Website: www.family-service.org    

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The mission of Guardian Community is to help veterans, first responders, and their families with PTSD.  The program is unique and very successful.  Shanon shares her story and the story of other with PTSD.

Website:https://guardiancommunity.org

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We introduced Major Romack to our San Antonio audience.  We talked about what was happening in Kerrville and how the San Antonio Salvation Army was helping.  We talked about the role of the Salvation Army as a church.  We talked about the many way and people that the Salvation Army helps by giving a hand up rather than a hand out.  Also talked about upcoming events and how you could get involved.

Website:  San Antonio Area Command

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Desiree Holmes talked about the 43 year history of Any Baby Can was well as the current programs to help parents that have lost a child from 0 - 17, or have a child with Autism.  We also discussed upcoming projects that people could help with.

Website: www.abcofswtx.org

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