Week 3 – Mental Health Matters at the Capitol
The theme for this week is, “Mental Health Matters at the Capitol.” During this week we are highlighting important developments in public policy and their impact on mental health in Texas.
Policy Podcasts
The Hogg Foundation podcast, Into the Fold, frequently features in-depth discussion on mental health public policy in Texas. Here are some recent examples.
The Future of Recovery
Dr. Martinez’ involvement in the peer support and recovery movement has come to resonate with him tremendously.
Hogg and Homelessness: Hogg Foundation Programs Assisting Unhoused Texans, 1984-2024
As the landscape for people experiencing homelessness has changed, so too has the Hogg Foundation’s work to support the mental wellness of individuals, including those experiencing homelessness.
$2 Million Awarded to Train Mental Health Policy Fellows in Texas
The Hogg Foundation for Mental Health is excited to award $2 million in grant funding over two years for eleven nonprofit advocacy organizations to hire in-house policy fellows.
Policy Academy and Policy Fellows: Learning from the Past to Serve the Future
A statement by our executive director, Dr. Octavio N. Martinez, Jr., on an important change to the Hogg Policy Academy and Fellows initiative.
The Behavioral Health Effects of the Medicaid Unwinding in Texas
Because Medicaid is the largest payer of mental health and substance use care in the nation, Texans with mental health or substance use conditions who may lose coverage during this unwinding–erroneously or correctly–will lose out on life-saving care
Hogg Policy Academy and Policy Fellows to Focus on Child, Youth, and Family Mental Health and Well-being in Next Cohort
The 2024-25 cohort of the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health Policy Academy and Policy Fellows initiative will focus on supporting child, youth, and family mental health and well-being.
Rosalynn Carter: Her Legacy as a Mental Health Champion Lives On
An unwavering, steadfast leader, champion, and advocate for mental health. That was Rosalynn Carter.
Data Justice for Mental Health: A Q&A with Taylor Payne, postdoctoral fellow
In July of 2023, the Hogg Foundation hired Taylor Payne as its newest postdoctoral fellow. In this Q&A we talk with Taylor about her role and her goals for the future.
Addressing Community Needs with Community Expertise
It’s time to recognize community members as the experts in their communities. Effective and sustainable community-level change can’t and won’t happen unless community members are actively involved in the decision and policy-making process.
Hogg Foundation Statement on Migrant Mental Health
The Hogg Foundation for Mental Health feels compelled to publicly respond to recent harmful rhetoric regarding people who immigrate to Texas.
Safe and Supportive Schools for Every Texas Student
As we all look at COVID-19’s effects, the mental health and emotional impact on our kids is evident: trauma, depression, substance use, and suicidal thoughts have all risen the last two years. While the pandemic undoubtedly exacerbated our youth’s struggles, their need for mental health supports is not new. Students have witnessed mass shootings targeting schools and specific populations, national conversations on race, and extreme weather events. These experiences have profound impacts on children’s mental health.