Social Security Online
Social Security Online
Summary:
Explanation of disability benefits and policy for Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income.
Visit the Social Security Online website.
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Texas Education Agency
Texas Education Agency
Summary:
The mission of the Texas Education Agency is to provide leadership, guidance, and resources to help schools meet the educational needs of all students.
Visit the Texas Education Agency website.
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Disability Rights Texas
Disability Rights Texas
Summary:
Helps people with disabilities understand and exercise their rights under the law, ensuring their full and equal participation in society.
Statewide intake line: (800) 252-9108
Visit the Disability Rights Texas website.
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Local Mental Health Authority Search Database – Texas Department of State Health Services
Local Mental Health Authority Search Database – Texas Department of State Health Services
Summary:
To learn more about DSHS community mental health services that are available in your area for adults or children, you can contact your local mental health authority. You will also be able to access the local information and referral line, which is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. These 24-hour phone lines also serve as local mental health crisis lines.
Search by county, city or zip code.
Visit the Texas Department of State Health Services website.
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National Coalition for Mental Health Recovery
National Coalition for Mental Health Recovery
Summary:
NCMHR’s mission is to ensure that consumer/survivors have a major voice in the development and implementation of health care, mental health, and social policies at the state and national levels, empowering people to recover and lead a full life in the community.
For additional information, contact: Lauren Spiro, 877-246-9058 (Toll Free), or send email via the contact form.
Visit the National Coalition for Mental Health Recovery website.
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Texas
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Texas
Summary:
DBSA provides support, advocacy, education, and training for individuals living with mood disorders.
For a list of Texas affiliates, visit the DBSA Texas DBSA
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NAMI Texas
NAMI Texas
Summary:
NAMI Texas is a nonprofit, grassroots, self-help, support and advocacy organization of consumers, families, and friends of people with mental illness. NAMI has local affiliates throughout the state.
Via Hope is a partnership between Mental Health America of Texas and NAMI Texas.
To learn more about the partnership visit the NAMI Texas website.
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Mental Health America of Texas
Mental Health America of Texas
Summary:
MHAT is an advocacy and education organization with local affiliates throughout the state. MHAT oversees the Texas Parents as Teachers program, the Texas Suicide Prevention Council, Via Hope Texas Mental Health Resource, and provides policy advocacy on mental health issues.
Via Hope is a partnership between Mental Health America of Texas and NAMI Texas. To learn more about the partnership, click here.
Visit the Mental Health America of Texas website.
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National Federation of Families
National Federation of Families
Summary:
Federation of Families is a national, parent-run organization supporting family-run programs that meet the needs of children and youth with emotional, behavioral or mental disorders.
Visit the National Federation of Families website.
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) – National
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) – National
Summary:
The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) operates a resource-rich website which provides online and off-line content useful for anyone looking for self-help tools. Resources range from self-assessments and mood tracking applications to robust forums and online support groups.
Visit the National DBSA website.