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TEXAS FOUNDATION OFFERS HOTBHN FIVE-FIGURE AWARD FOR CRISIS RESPONDER PROGRAM
The Moody Foundation is offering $50,000 to the Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) to fill the needs provided by a new crisis response program. The WaCo-Responder Program will bring together resources in the effort to create a coordinated and unified Behavioral Health response that is both dynamic and responsive and can comprehensively support…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Mental Health Support Still Available Despite End Of Grant
WACO, TX – There is still help available for Central Texans who continue to cope with the direct and indirect effects of the COVID-19 disaster, and it is only a click away. #TexansRecoveringTogether, the free and anonymous outreach-based disaster counseling program provided through the Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network, is still active even though the…
Read MoreHOTBHN & 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 MoreNational Stress Awareness Month & How HOTBHN Can Help Our Community
WACO, TX – There is good reason for the Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) to observe April 2023 as National Stress Awareness Month—as in reducing the risk of six leading causes of death for Americans. The American Psychological Association (APA) reports that chronic stress is linked to heart disease, cancer, cirrhosis of the liver,…
Read MoreTexas Health and Human Services Behavioral Awareness Series
INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Behavioral Health Awareness series provided by Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Each module in this series addresses a different mental or behavioral health topic and provides information about symptoms, treatment, recovery, and more. This series is designed to equip you with knowledge, resources, and a sense of hope for the future – for yourself or…
Read More$1.1 Million Grant Will Bolster Kids Respite Initiatives
WACO, TX – The Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network, through its Klaras Center for Families, was recently awarded $1.1 million by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) for the provision of child & adolescent mental health crisis respite programming. These newly awarded funds will help mitigate unnecessary inpatient hospitalization for children living in…
Read MoreCrisis Hub Project Earns Major Endorsement
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 MoreNational Suicide Awareness Month Amid Coping With COVID-19
WACO, TX – September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and #TexansRecoveringTogether is here to support awareness efforts and offer services to those who may be experiencing mental health issues, like depression, that may increase suicide risk who have been affected by the Coronavirus pandemic and the February Winter Storm disaster. It is their mission to…
Read MoreThanksgiving Holiday Closure
Happy Thanksgiving Heart of Texas Region MHMR offices will be closed Thursday, November 23rd & Friday, November 24th We will resume regular business hours Monday, November 27th at 8:00 a.m. Crisis Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you need emergency assistance, please call our toll free number 866-752-3451
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