Parenting is a difficult task, many parents are often worried about balancing family needs with expectations, real and perceived, of others, society, educators, and their own children. The pressures of these expectations may often leave parents feeling as if they are alone. However, many parents have been through some of the same struggles you may currently be facing.

The CDC reports that in 2012, 15% of Texas children between the ages 2 to 17 were diagnosed with autism, developmental delays, depression or anxiety, ADD/ADHD, or behavioral/conduct problems

A Texas Department of State Health Services 2012 survey of youth indicates that 20.4% report their own mental health as “not good”. DSHS also reports that in 2012, 11.8% of deaths were due to intentional self harm.

20,240 Texas children were receiving mental health services from the local mental health authority during the fourth fiscal quarter in 2014.

The best outcomes for children occur when a

partnership between parents, schools and mental health facilities are created

You are not alone!  

• Finalize aftercare appointments with discharge planner (such as medication, agency counseling, and support groups/aftercare)
• Follow up with support groups for child, parent(s) and family
• Each child should receive a discharge plan when leaving the facility.  If you have any questions about follow-up appointments or referrals, contact the treatment facility.
• If you have any questions about or problems with the referrals made, please let your case manager know.
• Do not be afraid to ask about family and wrap around resources for the family.
• If your child was admitted and received treatment in a facility, when your child returns to school go to the front office to ensure their enrollment.  

*Each child should receive a discharge plan when leaving the facility.  If you have any questions about follow-up appointments or referrals, contact the treatment facility.

*If you have any questions about or problems with the referrals made, please let your case manager know.

*Do not be afraid to ask about family and wrap around resources for the family by contacting the Community Resource Collaboration Group.