Local News
Current news regarding health & resilience in Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bastrop, Caldwell, and Bexar Counties in Central Texas.
Central Texas representative introduces bill to ban cell phones in schools
“A Central Texas representative has introduced a bill that would ban cell phones in classrooms during school hours.”
FROM: Spectrum Local News
Mental health: Leander High School students start club to advocate, raise awareness
“Leander High School students start club to raise awareness and advocate.”
FROM: Fox 7
Round Rock ISD to hold teen-targeted conference Feb. 22
“Round Rock ISD will hold a conference Feb. 22 geared toward preparing students for a variety of aspects of adult life.”
FROM: Community Impact
Mental health care services set to expand in Comal County with new $8.5M facility
“New facility to be built next to Comal County Sheriff’s Office".”
FROM: KSAT
Central Health, EMS partner on ‘bridge’ care model for people experiencing homelessness
“Starting in September, Central Health partnered with Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services (ATCEMS) to give first responders a place to bring patients who may otherwise end up in the emergency room or jail.”
FROM: KXAN
Emotional support dogs bring comfort to Bexar County Courthouse
“A special program is bringing comfort to those involved in the judicial process through the presence of emotional support dogs.”
FROM: NEWS4SA
Veterans, first responders join forces for support
At 12 Fox Brewery, weekly Fireside Chats are open to veterans and first responders to come out for support.
FROM: Dripping Springs Century News
After shutting off mental health care for Austin musicians, SIMS Foundation restarts services
“The SIMS Foundation, which has provided low-cost and free mental health care to Austin musicians for decades, is connecting clients to services again after a three-month pause.”
FROM: Austin Monitor
Breaking the stigma' | NAMI Greater San Antonio addresses barriers of mental health care among Black community
“Only 39% of Black adults who reported fair or poor mental health car received services in the past years. That’s compared to 50% of white adults.”
FROM: KENS5
‘There’s still a purpose for you’: As suicides among seniors rise, Hays-Caldwell coalition offers training and support
“At their first meeting of the year, people involved with the Hays-Caldwell Suicide Prevention Coalition discussed new data, as well as potential resources and supports.”
FROM: KXAN
Family Care Center unveils new mental health clinic in New Braunfels
“The clinic offers therapy and counseling for individuals, families and couples, cognitive behavioral therapy, child play therapy, psychiatric evaluations and diagnoses, transcranial magnetic stimulation and more.”
FROM: New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung
Nearly 900 Texas children are waitlisted for a mental health program billed as an alternative to foster care
“Despite a long waitlist, the number of children served in the YES Waiver program has declined because of provider shortages.”
FROM: The Texas Tribune
Austin's Sobering Center expands to increase rehab services
“Sobering Center is opening up a newly renovated second floor, which will provide a safe place for people to recover at until they get connected with a long term rehabilitation program.”
FROM: KUT News
Cenikor and SMAL present third annual ‘Healing Hearts’ recovery exhibition
“Cenikor is thrilled to announce the third annual “Healing Hearts” Recovery Exhibition presented with the San Marcos Art League.”
FROM: San Marcos Daily Record
San Antonio extends contract for mobile mental health services
“San Antonio City Council approved an ordinance renewing a $565,190 contract between San Antonio Metropolitan Health District and the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute for Texas’ San Antonio Mobile Mental Health Wellness Collaborative.”
FROM: Community Impact
Georgetown ISD officials keep mental health, well-being top of mind
“Superintendent, Devin Padavil, said one of the district’s priorities is to address the mental health needs of staff and students to improve well-being.”
FROM: Community Impact
Austin's homeless services get historic $14M boost from HUD
“Three new permanent housing developments will help youth domestic violence survivors and people with serious mental illness.”
FROM: KVUE
Executive Counseling Offers Free Initial Consultation for Mental Health Services
“Executive Counseling, led by Dr. Austin Johnson, now offers free initial consultations for mental health services.”
FROM: Yahoo News
Hays County prepping for expanded mental health services for defendants
“Hays County officials are working on expanding mental health programming for defendants with pending charges.”
FROM: Community Impact
Kyle PD creates new mental health position using grant money
“The Kyle Police Department announced it was recently awarded a mental health grant totaling $188,280.”
FROM: KXAN