August 4, 2021
New Back to School Tip Sheet for Parents
Our school-based therapist team has 10 easy tips for parents to help support a child’s mental health this back to school season. Download their Top 10 List, print it and post it on the fridge.
June 7, 2021
ANNOUNCING THE FISCAL YEAR 2020 ANNUAL REPORT
2020 was a year like no other, one that highlighted the strength and resilience of our communities as we faced daunting challenges and loss. Looking back across the year for Integral Care, I am heartened by the commitment, compassion and creativity of our teams. Through our first digital only FY2020 Annual Report, I invite you to learn about our work to improve the lives of adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Travis County.
As the Local Mental Health and Intellectual and Developmental Disability Authority for Travis County, our services are part of the publicly funded response to any disaster or crisis. We collaborated with other agencies and organizations to support our whole community as the COVID-19 global pandemic hit our communities. As dedicated public servants, our employees continued to provide face-to-face services as well as rapidly transitioning many to telehealth and telephone to support the health and safety of clients and staff.
As we personally and professionally tackled the pandemic, our nation faced a renewed call for racial justice and equity after the murder of George Floyd. In response, our Board of Trustees appointed a Board/Staff Ad Hoc Committee on Racial Equity and our staff initiated a town hall and other events to explore how our organization can learn about our own institutional racism and address structural inequities. Our board and staff together are exploring these issues with compassion for each other and a commitment to change.
Integral Care is committed to the health and well-being of our community every day – in good times and bad. If this year has taught us one thing, it’s that we are stronger together.
May 7, 2021
Transparencies – May 2021
May is Mental Health Month, an opportunity to learn about the importance of good mental health. Our mental health deserves attention every day – in good times and bad. This past year has challenged our mental health on so many levels. It’s essential to our health and well-being that everyone has access to mental health care and the support they need. Integral Care, NAMI Central Texas, and others have put together some helpful resources for the community.
May 4, 2021
HABLEMOS DE LA SALUD MENTAL
Su salud mental es tan importante como su salud física. El miércoles, 19 de mayo a las 12 del mediodía, acompañe a Integral Care y NAMI Central Texas para un foro comunitario virtual en español donde hablaremos de la salud mental en la comunidad latina. Nuestro grupo de expertos hablará de lo que está pasando actualmente en nuestra comunidad y qué puede hacer si usted o algún ser querido necesita apoyo emocional. Otros temas incluyen cómo cuidarse a sí mismo y a su familia, cómo encontrar un consejero que hable su idioma y comparta su cultura, así como recursos sobre salud mental para adultos, niños y sus familias. El grupo incluye consejeros familiares, para niños y adultos, así como una persona que padece de depresión y ansiedad. Habrá oportunidad para que los participantes hagan preguntas, ya sea durante el foro o por anticipado. ¡Inscríbase hoy!
April 7, 2021
Transparencies – April 2021
Integral Care is deeply saddened by the senseless deaths of 6 women of Asian descent in Georgia. While the roots of this crime are still being investigated, it is widely reported that hate based acts of violence against members of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities are on the rise across the United States. The group Stop AAPI Hate tracked nearly 3,800 incidents of hate, discrimination or attacks on Asian Americans from March 2020 through February 2021.
The intellectual and developmental disability community is among the hardest hit by the ongoing pandemic. Families are experiencing fatigue and hardship due to limited access to many crucial support services, such as respite care. With an uncertain end to the pandemic, we must focus on supporting caregivers of adults and children living with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Experts from across Travis County will explore the needs this community faces, offer tips for caregivers, as well as resources and activities to help adults and children with IDD thrive. We hope caregivers will join us for this important forum intended to provide support and tangible tools to help navigate this challenging time.
March 17, 2021
Transparencies – March 2021
While traumatic experiences can have a serious impact on our mental health, we know that they can be opportunities for growth. A full year has passed since Austin and Travis County went into lockdown due to the novel coronavirus. Add to that the stress and loss caused by the historic winter storm last month, and Austinites have experienced some serious collective trauma. I believe that our community has grown stronger together over the past year.
February 10, 2021
Transparencies – February 2021
This month, we celebrate Black History Month – a time to honor the history and achievements of Black Americans and reflect on the centuries of struggle, racism, discrimination, inequality and inequity. Reflecting on our past creates the opportunity to ensure a healthier future.
Every February, we host the Central Texas African American Family Support Conference (CTAAFSC). This conference is an opportunity to increase health equity while exploring health solutions, fostering relationships, reducing stigma and improving access to care. In its 21st year, the conference was virtual for the first time in response to the pandemic.
December 2, 2020
TRANSPARENCIES December 2020
A Message From Our CEO
2020 has been a year like no other. Many of us have experienced depression, anxiety and grief as a result of the pandemic. This winter brings additional challenges – we’re entering an unprecedented holiday season away from loved ones and some of us experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) this time of year. But, there is good news. Evidence-based strategies and tools exist to bolster our mental health this season.
2020 has been a year like no other, challenging our mental health on many levels. When we combine stress and depression from the pandemic with winter blues (or seasonal affective disorder) and a very different holiday season, this winter will likely be difficult for many. The good news – there are evidence-based strategies, tools, and activities to help boost your mental health and well-being during these unprecedented times.
Join Integral Care and NAMI Central Texas from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm on Thursday, December 3rd for a virtual community forum that will offer resources to support your mental health throughout the season. Panelists include:
- Dr. Calvin Kelly, former Dean and Professor at St. Edwards University in Austin and licensed mental health professional
- Valerie Milburn, NAMI Central Texas presenter and Communities for Recovery board member
- Wendy Salazar, MA, LPC-S, Integral Care Practice Manager specializing in depression, women and children’s mental health, and trauma
Our panelists will share their insight and practical tips on how to manage seasonal and situational depression, navigate a different type of holiday season and stay connected with loved ones.
Ellen Richards, Integral Care’s Chief Strategy Officer, will moderate the panel. Audience members will have an opportunity to submit questions in advance of the forum (during registration) and ask questions at the end of the discussion.
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