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Mental Health America
of Greater Houston
2211 Norfolk, Suite 810
Houston, TX 77098
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T. 713-523-8963
F. 713-522-0698
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Information & Referral Line
713-522-5161
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LEGISLATIVE UPDATE (As of 6/17/09)
The 81st Regular Legislative Session ended June 1, 2009. Several important mental health initiatives passed, many of which will have a direct impact on Harris County, including: 1) $27 million to maintain crisis redesign funding at FY’09 levels and $55 million to expand ongoing and transitional community mental health services, 2) a legislative rider that will ensure that the Mental Health and Mental Retardation Authority of Harris County will receive a disproportionate share of the funds for ongoing and transitional community mental health services and 3) $8.5 million additional dollars for the University of Texas Harris County Psychiatric Center to open 24 additional inpatient beds. A final legislative wrap-up will be on MHA’s website www.mhahouston.org later this month. Please contact Andrea Hinckson at ahinckson@mhahouston.org for more information.
MENTAL HEALTH FEATURE
Mental Health and the Economy Stress is taking a toll on the health of many Houstonians. Learn what you can do to alleviate stress and improve your wellness during economic uncertainty.
Stress Tip Sheet Listening to the Warning Signs of Stress Managing Stress in Tough Economic Times
HEADLINE NEWS
VA claims and appeals pile up in Houston; Thousands wait months for word on benefits June 27, 2009, Houston Chronicle ‘Zero tolerance’ not enforced; Many with allegations against them remain on job at state schools June 22, 2009, Houston Chronicle VA domiciliary offers aid to troubled vets June 22, 2009, Temple Daily Telegram
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MHA IN THE NEWS
Hogg Foundation awards grant to Houston nonprofit June 3, 2009, UT-Austin News/The Daily Texan 2009 Treasures of Texas Gala May 28, 2009, Houston Chronicle Good Mental Health: Proper exercise and nutrition improves your overall health May 15, 2009, Health & Fitness Sports Magazine
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NEWS RELEASES
Nonprofit Group Receives $259,000 Grant from Hogg Foundation To Coordinate Statewide Learning Community on Integrated Health Care June 3, 2009 More Children Staying Home Alone This Summer to Help Ease Family Budget June 2, 2009 Houstonians Take Bolder Measures to Protect Their Health April 30, 2009
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MENTAL HEALTH TOPICS
> Anxiety Disorders > Children's Health > Depression > Bipolar Disorder > Eating Disorders > Older Adults > Recovery > Schizophrenia > Suicide > Women's Mental Health
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 | Throughout the year, issues related to mental health subjects may occur at the federal, state, and local governmental levels which require contacts from constituents to their elected officials. To find out about current issues which may need your assistance through contacts to your elected representatives, visit our Action Center by clicking on the “ACT NOW! ACTION CENTER” logo at left. |
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