Local News
Current news regarding health & resilience in Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bastrop, Caldwell, and Bexar Counties in Central Texas.
San Antonio camp tackles mental health and tech safety for kids
“The two-week camp also teaches online safety and proper social media use.”
FROM: KENS5
Heart Space Health Inc. Announces Major Expansion as Within Center Moves to AWKN Ranch, A Sanctuary for Psychedelic Healing in Texas
“ The new residential facility deepens the center's commitment to psychotherapy and holistic healing.”
FROM: Yahoo News
Texas floods put new Integral Care's mental health van to work
“The clinical care staff of Integral Care have set up their new behavioral clinic van to provide an air-conditioned private spot to tend to the mental health needs of both the affected community members and the volunteers.”
FROM: Yahoo News
12 Texans tackle 240-mile running relay between Dallas and Austin
“Sayless Projects' annual relay runs feature runners racing from Dallas to Austin to raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.”
FROM: My San Antonio
Williamson County opens two resource centers to help Central Texas flood victims
“Williamson County opens resource centers at the EMS North Campus in Georgetown to support residents after deadly Central Texas floods.”
FROM: KVUE
Department of Education allocates $250,000 to support Kerr County students after flood
“he Department of Education is giving $250,000 of funding available to students and community members impacted by the floods in Kerr County.”
FROM: CBS Austin
Here's where flood victims in Williamson and Travis counties can get support
“Help is available for residents in Williamson and Travis counties. Here are a few resources.”
FROM: KUT News
Be Well Texas at UT Health San Antonio to lead major statewide expansion of opioid use disorder and recovery services
“Be Well Texas has been awarded funding to administer two key components of the state’s opioid response under a Needs Capacity Assessment initiative: medications for opioid use disorder treatment services and recovery support services.”
FROM: Be Well Texas
Bastrop County Cares launches Youth Mental Health Initiative
“Bastrop County Cares, a nonprofit organization that aims to build a stronger community through local partnerships, has a new program—the Youth Mental Health Initiative.”
FROM : Community Impact
St. David’s Foundation to fund mental, maternal health
“A local foundation is encouraging nonprofits in Bastrop County to submit proposals in the next few weeks for funding to expand area mental and maternal health services. “
FROM: Elgin Courier
Greater Austin YMCA offers free counseling to those affected by deadly floods
“The Greater Austin YMCA is offering three free counseling sessions to those affected by the floods that inundated Kerr County and other areas.”
FROM: Spectrum News
Texas launches statewide emotional support line for flood survivors
“Texans can call 833-812-2480 for crisis counseling.”
FROM: KSAT
Governor Abbott Announces New Crisis Support Line For Texans Affected By Floods
“The crisis support line is available 24/7 and provides professional crisis counseling at no cost."
FROM: Office of the Texas Governor
Texas Flood Relief
“As a trusted community leader, United Way has been there every step of the way. From leading active disaster response, organizing volunteers, gathering resources, and responding to direct community needs.”
FROM: United Ways of Texas
Emotional Recovery After a Disaster
“For free 24/7 counseling or support, call or text the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990.”
FROM: American Red Cross
Disaster Behavioral Health Services
“During emergency events, it is important to pay attention to physical and mental health. Know the signs of stress and take action to keep yourself and loved ones healthy.”
FROM: TX Health & Human Services
Spring Health Commits $500,000 in Free Therapy for Communities Devastated by Flooding in Texas, North Carolina, and New Mexico
“Spring Health, leading global mental health solution for health plans, today committed $500,000 in free mental health services for individuals impacted by the recent floods in Texas, North Carolina, and New Mexico.”
FROM: Count On News 2
Therapists across Texas travel to Hill Country to provide free counseling after deadly flooding
“Therapists from San Antonio, Houston, and Kerrville are set up to help anyone in the Hill Country alongside free virtual options.”
FROM: KENS5
What does mental health support look like for Hill Country flood first responders?
“Bexar County ESD 4 crews expect to be in Kerr County through the end of the week.”
FROM: KSAT12
Community Paramedics Bring Mental Health Support to Rural Texas, but Funding Is a Challenge
“Community paramedicine is largely about being proactive and working with vulnerable people to help improve their health before they need emergency care.”
FROM: Public Health Watch