The mission of the Volunteer Services Council (VSC) of TCID is to Improve the quality of life for patients with Tuberculosis and Hansen's disease as well as the staff who serve them through the creation of diverse partnerships, promoting advocacy initiatives, and bridging community resources.
Our Mission
about tcid
The Texas Center for Infectious Disease (TCID) is a public health facility of the Texas Department of State Health Services for the treatment of Tuberculosis. TCID's Outpatient Clinic also serves as one of the state's Hansen's Disease clinics. TCID is organized to provide patient care, scientific investigation, and therapeutic and educational services in support of public health needs.
about tuberculosis
(tb)
1,098
Tuberculosis cases in Texas,
2022
1 IN 10
people with latent TB infection will develop TB disease
55%
of reported cases were Hispanic (of all races), 18% were Asian, 14% were African American, 10% were White, and 3% were among other races
about hAnSEN'S DISEASE
150 to 250 people
are estimated to be diagnosed with Hansen's Disease in the U.S. each year
2 to 3 million people
are living with Hansen’s disease related disabilities globally
nine-banded armadillos
have been found to carry the bacterium that causes Hansen’s disease
volunteer opportunities
upcoming events & fundraisers
What our patients need most
- Male and Female Coats*
- Male and Female Shoes
- New Male and Female Intimates
- Bras *Various size*
- Luggage
- Patient activities on our Amazon Wishlist
- Donations to our patient Angel Tree
*Clothing in smaller sizes such as Juniors, small, and extra small are in high demand
passionate about serving TCID
Jessica Gutierrez-Rodriguez
President, VSC
Eric Groat
Vice President, VSC
Darryl Rhames
Treasurer, VSC
Ahmed Almoola
General Member, VSC
Gloria Guzman
General Member, VSC
Josue Morales
Secretary , VSC
Christina Prieto
Staff Liaison at TCID, VSC
Make a difference
Texas Center for Infectious Disease
2303 SE Military Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78223
210-531-4566 (o)
210-202-6456 (c)
TCIDCommunityRelations@dshs.texas.gov
Website created by Isabella Hatchell