Local News
Current news regarding health & resilience in Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bastrop, Caldwell, and Bexar Counties in Central Texas.
ILLUSTRATING EMOTIONS: Veteran art show in New Braunfels displays therapeutic benefits of expression
The Elks Lodge held the art show in collaboration with New Century Art Guild, a nonprofit dedicated to helping veteran artists.
FROM: New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung
San Antonio Combat PTSD Conference to attract hundreds with focus on improving military psychological health
The Ninth Annual San Antonio Combat PTSD Conference, will be held downtown at the Briscoe Western Art Museum with a near-capacity crowd expected, of about 400 registrants.
FROM: UT Health San Antonio Newsroom
Mental Health Monday: Elevated Kids
“Elevated Kids specializes in a naturalistic, play-based approach to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy for toddlers and young children (ages 0-8) diagnosed with Autism or other developmental delays.”
FROM: KXAN
Commissioner Miller Announces AgriSafe Network’s “Texas Peace of Mind” Campaign at State Fair
Through TDA’s AgriStress Helpline, this campaign offers a lifeline to those who are the backbone of Texas agriculture.
FROM: The Texas Department of Agriculture Newsroom
Can San Antonio's new recovery center transform lives on the South Side?
This new facility will complement the existing 240-bed Applewhite Recovery Center, which caters to non-violent offenders struggling with drug or alcohol issues while on probation.
FROM: NEWS4SA
New phone line in San Antonio to assist those with mental health struggles
The partnership with Bexar County has led to more than $2 million in ARPA funds to sustain operations of the warmline.
FROM: KENS5
Your Mental Health: How cellphone bans impact student well-being
Cellphone bans are popping up across the U.S. as school districts seek ways to compete for the attention of students and reduce screen time.
FROM: Spectrum News
Free therapy dog at Endeavors helps veterans with anxiety, PTSD
Veterans wellness center brings in a therapy dog to relieve stress and anxiety for veterans and their families.
FROM: KSAT
Hays County Health Department publishes resource guide
The Hays County Health Department released the 2024 Hays County Resource Guide, a comprehensive directory designed to help community partners, organizations and residents easily access the support services they need.
FROM: Hays Free Press
Mental health support for toddlers has lagged in Texas. That’s now changing.
Lawmakers and child care centers are pushing for a statewide mental health system for toddlers.
FROM: The Texas Tribune
Dad jokes and listening are key to Rick Edwards’ work helping youth with mental health issues
Rick Edwards is a licensed counselor and program director at the Clarity Child Guidance Center, a nonprofit that offers mental health treatment for youth between ages 3 and 17.
FROM: San Antonio Express-News
Travis County officials approve funding for substance abuse clinic for mothers
Travis County commissioners approved $469,559 to support a new residential and treatment program for women and their children.
FROM: Community Impact
ACD Selected for Statewide Initiative to Address Student Mental Health Needs
The Alamo Colleges District has been selected to participate in the Minding College Minds Learning Community, a statewide initiative launched by the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute.
FROM: Alamo Colleges District
Deep Centered Mental Health Launches "Mental Health Champions" Competition in Celebration of World Mental Health Day October 10
Deep Centered Mental Health announces Mental Health Champions Competition
FROM: PR.com
Hays County Commissioners Court discusses APA! funding, accepts mental health grant
The court accepted approximately $452 thousand in grant money from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to fund an Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program.
FROM: The University Star
Men in the Arena: Austin fitness group champions mental health and physical strength
A group of Austin men are intentionally putting themselves in stressful situations to combat mental health.
FROM: KXAN
Governor Abbott Announces Over $8.2 Million In Grants To Central Texas Veteran Service Organizations
Presented by TVC today, the funding will provide services to over 7,600 veterans and their families across 30 counties.
FROM: Office of the Texas Governor
Travis County and partners to launch jail diversion program with ribbon cutting
Travis County is partnering with groups like the city of Austin, Central Health and Integral Care to launch a new pilot program designed to divert those in crisis from jail.
FROM: CBS Austin
Travis County approval of nearly $2B budget indicates plans for justice system reform
Travis County officials have earmarked millions of the nearly $2 billion fiscal year 2024-25 budget to implement a Counsel at First Appearance, or CAFA, initiative and other judicial reforms.
FROM: Community Impact
New nonprofit aims to create community, opportunities for New Braunfels families in need
After hearing the challenges her close friends have experienced as single mothers, as well as her parents’ stories of growing up with single parents, local Destanéa McGinnis felt called to start a nonprofit organization.
FROM: New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung