Heart of Central Texas Independent Living Center, Inc. (HOCTIL)

01/26/2026

HOCTILC offices will remained closed on Tuesday, 01/27/26 out of an abundance of caution as our roadways are still icy and unsafe. We will resume normal office hours on Wednesday, 01/28/26.

01/25/2026

Due to icy and unsafe road conditions, HOCTILC offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. Everyone please stay safe and warm.

01/25/2026

01/08/2026

Research opportunity: Are you a chronically ill and/or disabled person who has worked with an illness or health issue? Researchers at Texas State are conducting a research study to understand how disabled people and/or people with chronic illness(es) communicate about presenteeism (which means working with an illness and/or with a health condition) at work.

More info in the flyer 👇or visit https://bit.ly/DisabilityIllnessCOMM

Flyer text: Are you a chronically ill and/or disabled person who has worked with an illness or health issue?
If yes, tell us more about your work and health communication experiences by completing a 25–40 minute research survey!
Who can participate in this research?
You must be:
• 18 years or older
• Live in the United States
• Have a chronic illness and/or disability
• Have worked at least 1 month within the last six years (includes part-time, gig work, and care work), including working with an illness and/or health issue.
You do not need to be currently employed or a U.S. citizen to participate in this research.
25 participants who complete the survey and provide their contact information will be entered into a random drawing to receive a $10 gift card via email.
We will also ask survey participants to indicate their interest in completing a 75-minute Zoom interview with a 15-minute arts-based activity. All participants who complete an interview with the art activity will receive a $40 gift card via email.
Please visit this link: https://bit.ly/DisabilityIllnessCOMM or use the QR code to access the survey.
To participate in this research or ask questions, please contact the Principal Investigator, Dr. Elizabeth K. Eger, at eger@txstate.edu
or 512-245-7823. This flyer is an approved request for participation in research that has been approved by the Texas State Institutional Review Board (IRB). Project #10255 was approved by the Texas State IRB on 07/01/25.

12/17/2025

Our HOCTIL offices are closed Friday, December 19, 2025 - Friday, January 2, 2026 for the Christmas holiday. We will resume normal operating hours on Monday, January 5, 2026. Please have a Merry Christmas and safe and Happy New Year!

11/25/2025

11/25/2025

Working together to better support our local public transportation - they need to hear from you - please click the link below and take the public transportation survey for the Central Texas region!

🚐💡 The future of public transit starts here!

📝 Take the survey today 👉 http://bit.ly/3Jod2ai

In partnership with Hill Country Transit District & City And Rural Rides and dedicated local collaborators like Workforce Solutions of Central Texas, Ride N Safe Medical Transport, LLC | Non Emergency Transport, Heart of Central Texas Independent Living Center, Inc. (HOCTIL), we’re working to improve public transit across Central Texas — and we need to hear from you!

🧠 Fresh ideas
🌟 New possibilities
🚐 Microtransit wins

Together, we can shape the future of transportation in our community.

Si desea servicios de traducción al español, facilítenos su nombre y número de teléfono para que podamos ponernos en contacto con usted.

Correo electrónico: ktmpo@ctcog.org

Learn about the FY27-31 Regional Public Transportation Coordination Plan http://bit.ly/4nopCV9

11/15/2025

Mark your calendars: Thanksgiving Turkeys will be available in the pantry on Monday, November 17th! Thanks to TXU Energy's generous donation, we will be able to spread some holiday cheer this Thanksgiving season.

For the past few years, we have been thrilled to provide this extra holiday option for Community Neighbors to celebrate with their family and friends. Thank you, TXU Energy for your continued support!

Please note:
🦃We have a limited number of turkeys
🦃Only one turkey per household
🦃Turkeys are first come, first serve

11/14/2025

Hello Everyone! The time is near for our Annual Special Starry Night event on 12/6/2025!!!💙💙
Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing is generously hosting the event once more.
Please sign up below via the QR code and share. 💙💙

11/11/2025

Cold Weather Safety Reminder from the Bartlett Volunteer Fire Department

Temperatures are expected to drop to around 36°F on Monday. While not freezing, cooler nights can still lead to unsafe heating practices and pose risks to pets.

🔥 Heating Safety:
• Keep space heaters 3 ft. from anything that can burn
• Plug heaters directly into the wall
• Turn them off when you leave the room or go to sleep

⚡ Electrical Safety:
• Don’t overload outlets
• Avoid running extension cords under rugs or through doorways
• Replace damaged cords immediately

🐾 Pet Safety:
• Bring pets indoors on cold nights when possible
• If outside, give them dry, insulated shelter and warm bedding

Let’s stay safe and look out for one another, Bartlett.
— Bartlett Volunteer Fire Department