HOTBHN Wins Nearly $50,000 From Local Foundation
WACO, TX – The Cooper Foundation voted on March 23 to approve a $49,950 grant to the Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) for roof repairs at its 2010 LaSalle Avenue facility in Waco—which houses the Veterans One Stop and Behavioral Justice Programs. “The purpose of the proposed capital project is to ensure the continuation…
Read More →HOTBHN Wins Award To Help Youth Trafficking Victims
WACO, TX – ln line with its vision to invest in innovative projects that support survivors of sex trafficking, the Office of the Governor awarded the Heart of Texas Behavioral Network’s Klaras Center for Families (KCF) close to $100,000 to continue operations of its Hope Shelter Program. The Hope Shelter Program provides emergency shelter services…
Read More →HOTBHN WINS $750,000 GRANT FOR RURAL COUNTIES INITIATIVES
The Episcopal Health Foundation (EHF) contributes $750,000 to The Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) to bridge the gap of comprehensive, integrated behavioral health in Limestone, Freestone, and Falls counties. This EHF grant funding will support, over two years, the launch of comprehensive, integrated behavioral health programming in HOTBHN’s counties where physical and behavioral…
Read More →HOTBHN Secures Federal Behavioral Justice Collaboration Grant
WACO, TX – Local collaboration on solving Behavioral Justice challenges received a significant shot in the arm this week as the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) awarded the Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) a Learning Collaborative grant. This federally funded grant will facilitate collaborations between multiple regional stakeholders to create an environment of innovative…
Read More →HOTBHN & PTSD AWARENESS MONTH: WE’RE IN IT TOGETHER
The Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) recognizes June 2023 as National Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Month, a disorder that can affect anyone at any age. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) says PTSD is a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event – which can…
Read More →HOTBHN PARTNERS WITH WACO MUSIC & ART CONFERENCE TO ADDRESS SUICIDE PREVENTION & MENTAL HEALTH
Community collaboration between MAP Digital Magazine and the Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) will reach the eyes and ears of the Central Texas music and art communities on July 30, 2023, to bring the mental health and suicide prevention conversation to the stage. It is all part of the MAP Music and Art…
Read More →HOTBHN Partners with Local Business To Help Reduce Youth Homelessness
WACO, TX – The Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) Housing and Homeless Services Program and January Letterpress, a custom stationery and printing establishment, have united for a cause. January Letterpress, located at 700 Franklin Ave Unit A, Waco, TX 76701, has graciously offered 50% gift back of all sales this coming Saturday, December 10,…
Read More →HOTBHN & National Alcohol Awareness Month: Tackling A Deadly Problem
WACO, TX – Tens of thousands of Americans die each year due to alcohol misuse, many of them right here in the state of Texas and involving impaired driving. The Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network recognizes the need for awareness by recognizing April as Alcohol Awareness Month. The Centers for Disease Control statistics for Texas point to nearly…
Read More →HOTBHN Celebrates Nat’l Children’s Mental Health Acceptance Week
WACO, TX – Children’s mental health sports a front and center spot on the calendar, with May 1 – 7 designated National Children’s Mental Health Acceptance Week. The Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) celebrates this milestone week by urging Central Texans to look for the warning signs that their children’s mental health may be…
Read More →HOTBHN Announces Pay Incentives For New Hires
WACO, TX – Groundbreaking news for the best people who want to work for one of the best organizations in our six-county region, as the Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network has rolled out new pay incentives. Due to the need for staff in the QMHP, Care Coordinator, Service Coordinator, Program Specialist, Habilitation Coordinator I, Habilitation…
Read More →HOTBHN and Nat’l Borderline Personality Disorder Month: What You Need to Know
WACO, TX – Alongside National Mental Health Awareness Month, May 2023 is also Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Awareness Month. The Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) wants people to know that the agency is here to help with community education and clinical help. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) defines BPD as a mental illness…
Read More →HOTBHN Affirms Dedication To Recovery
September has been recognized as National Recovery Month since 1989. To help recognize the yearly observance, The Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network continues to provide accessible, caring, and responsive support services through its Substance Use Services program. The agency has established a specialized program to work with individuals with Co-Occurring Psychiatric and Substance Use…
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