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Pastor Opens Harlem's First Faith-Based Mental Health Clinic

Faith-based mental health centers combine spiritual care with professional counseling to help communities heal together in familiar spaces.

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Houstonians don’t visit greenspaces very often. Why that could matter for residents’ mental health.

Houston ranked last in greenspace visits among 9 major metros, yet showed the strongest link between park visits and better mental health.

Rice University — Center for Civic Leadership

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Tight-knit neighbors, better lives: How strong community ties can help Houstonians feel healthier, safer | Kinder Institute for Urban Research

Kinder Institute research finds Houston residents in close-knit neighborhoods report better health and feel safer at home.

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Kinder Institute for Urban Research, Rice University

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VR Therapy Helps People with Hoarding Practice Letting Go

Virtual reality therapy helps Houston residents practice letting go of belongings in a safe digital space before decluttering their real homes.

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Houston's 222-Bed Homeless Services Hub at 419 Emancipation Ave.

A new 222-bed low-barrier hub at 419 Emancipation Ave. links unhoused Houstonians to mental health care, shelter, and housing pathways.

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Houston’s Haven for LGBTQ+ Youth

Tony's Place in Houston's Montrose area supports homeless LGBTQ+ youth ages 14–25 with meals, supplies, mental health care, and more.

San Jacinto Times

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Grant Awarded for Program to Serve Victims of Violence in Hospital - BirminghamWatch

JCDH awarded $1.1M to the Offender Alumni Association to launch a hospital-based violence intervention program at UAB.

Birmingham Watch

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Virtual Reality Games Help Older Adults Fight Loneliness

Virtual reality games help Houston seniors stay mentally sharp and socially connected, fighting loneliness through innovative technology programs.

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'An Important Voice for the Latino Community': 2026 LULAC National Convention Coverage

Houston Public Media reports on the 2026 LULAC National Convention in Fort Worth, covering immigration, voting rights, education, and civic engagement.

Houston Public Media

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Sandy Hook Promise teaches students to prevent gun violence

Sandy Hook Promise trains Houston students and families to spot warning signs of gun violence and create safer, more inclusive school communities.

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Commissioner Lesley Briones Announces Release of Harris County LGBTQIA+ Commission’s Inaugural Report

Harris County's LGBTQIA+ Commission releases its inaugural report with findings and policy recommendations from community listening sessions.

Harris County Commissioner Precinct 4

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New Fort Bend VA Clinic Serves Veterans in Southwest Houston Area

A new $30M VA clinic in Rosenberg will double healthcare capacity for Fort Bend County veterans, bringing essential services closer to home.