Local News
Current news regarding health & resilience in Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bastrop, Caldwell, and Bexar Counties in Central Texas.
Williamson County strives to close gaps in access to mental health care
As part of a collaborative effort, Williamson County officials have worked to increase access to mental health care, creating a more streamlined system for individuals experiencing mental distress.
FROM: Community Impact
‘The Longest Day’ Raises Awareness For Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association uses the longest day of the year as a day of awareness, to outshine the darkness of Alzheimer’s disease.
FROM: KXAN
In-patient facility for pediatric mental health patients opens
A new in-patient facility exclusively for pediatric mental health patients officially opened Tuesday on the Northeast Side.
FROM: KSAT
St. David’s Medical Center adds neurostimulation device treatment for stroke survivors
The first inpatient rehabilitation therapy session was completed on the campus of St. David’s Medical Center on March 20.
FROM: Community Impact
‘Grateful to be alive’: Clubhouse programs take pressure off overwhelmed Texas mental health hospitals
Thousands of people are discharged from Texas mental health hospitals yearly, and so-called step-down programs like clubhouses can help them integrate back into the community.
FROM: The Texas Tribune
East Austin gym offers free therapy sessions during Mental Health Awareness Month
Every Tuesday in May, Lift ATX welcomed therapists with Contigo Wellness into the gym to offer free therapy sessions for staff and members of the gym.
FROM: Spectrum News
San Antonio mental health response program in middle of rapid expansion
SA CORE pilot program began in spring 2022, now its citywide and soon-to-be 24/7.
FROM: KSAT
Samaritan Health Ministries Supports Healthcare For Uninsured Families
Samaritan Health Ministries is on a mission to provide free, high quality, accessible transformational health and wellness services that support healthy living among uninsured families in the Greater Williamson County.
FROM: KXAN
New Braunfels veteran organizes community walks to emphasize mental health
Every Tuesday, a group of community members meet at the Landa Park train station in New Braunfels to walk through the park together and raise awareness for veterans' mental health.
FROM: New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung
Austin ISD implements new yoga program for mental health
Some teachers say they've already seen the program make a big impact, both on the staff and the students.
FROM: KVUE
Texas A&M professor leads mental health training initiative in South Bexar County
Texas A&M University-San Antonio's Professor Stephan Lenz is leading the charge on a vital project addressing mental health concerns in South Bexar County.
FROM: NEWS4SA
Rebuilt Austin State Hospital expands psychiatric care in Central Texas
Officials celebrated the grand opening of the rebuilt Austin State Hospital May 15. The facility includes 240 patient rooms and amenities.
FROM: Community Impact
Local organizations, schools work to combat nursing shortages in Central Texas
A handful of Austin-area organizations and educational institutions are working to combat projected nursing shortages with special programs, partnerships and scholarships.
FROM: Community Impact
Over 1 million Texas children dropped from Medicaid since April 2023
Texas has removed more children from Medicaid than any other state, according to a new Georgetown University report.
FROM: Community Impact
UT Health San Antonio establishes Be Well Institute on Substance Use and Related Disorders
Pioneering initiative advances research, treatment, recovery support and education
FROM: Be Well, Texas
Specialty court becomes first certified Level 1 Trauma-Informed court in Bexar County
Reflejo Court is a 12-month program for first time offenders of family violence
FROM: KSAT
Williamson County partnership increases access to durable medical equipment
An agreement between Williamson County EMS and AGE of Central Texas seeks to increase access to durable medical equipment.
FROM: Community Impact
$17 million goes to local researchers studying military PTSD, traumatic brain injuries, suicide
UT Health San Antonio’s STRONG STAR consortium will conduct eight new studies with grant money.
FROM: KSAT
Rural Texas emergency departments face mounting mental health crisis
Across the state, rural hospitals face a shortage of mental healthcare providers.
FROM: Texas Community Health News
New San Antonio school offers inclusive setting, latest therapies in classroom
Rise School of San Antonio to open in August
FROM: KSAT