Community Health Center
Renewing Federal Funding for Community Health Centers Before any of us had heard of COVID-19, Health Centers were advocating for the long-term renewal of their federal grant funding, also known as the Community Health Center Fund. At the end of 2019, Congressional approval was delayed, and we were granted a short-term extension to give lawmakers… Read More
MD Anderson Blood Drive Scheduled for June MEHOP will host a community blood drive for MD Anderson on June 11th from 1pm-6pm at their Women and Children’s Center located at 111 Ave. F in Bay City. “Blood donations are an essential need in our community, said Sheryl Dickerson, MD Anderson Community Representative. The MD Anderson… Read More
Today is #GivingTuesdayNow, a global day of giving in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of our friends and neighbors are struggling due to the effects on businesses during this time. Many have lost income and need assistance with prescription costs, food, medical care and supplies. Donations received will be used to help MEHOP patients… Read More
As things begin to open back up around our state and guidelines begin to change, it is important to stay informed. MEHOP is continuously keeping up with these changes and continues to enable healthcare services that ensures access to care and also meets the needs of our patients and the community during this challenging time.… Read More
MEHOP Family Medicine and Behavioral Health is now offering optional curbside check-in for patient appointments at our Wharton location. If Tele-Health or Tele-Therapy is not a viable option and the patient needs or chooses an in-office visit they now have the option to call when they arrive, check-in for their appointment and wait in their… Read More
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Phil Wilson, HHS Executive Commissioner
AUSTIN – Texas Health and Human Services has launched a 24/7 statewide mental health support line to help Texans experiencing anxiety, stress or emotional challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
This new resource offers COVID-19-related mental health support for all Texans. People can call the Statewide COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week toll-free at 833-986-1919.
“Through this new effort, we are connecting Texans with mental health professionals who can help provide support to those who are feeling overwhelmed and stressed,” said Sonja Gaines, Deputy Executive Commissioner for Intellectual and Developmental Disability and Behavioral Health Services. “It can be helpful to talk to someone when you are facing anxiety, depression and stress, which are not uncommon to experience in the face of a rapidly changing situation like a pandemic.”
Operated by the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD, the support line offers trauma-informed support and psychological first aid to those experiencing stress and anxiety related to COVID-19. Counseling services are confidential and free of charge to people who call the hotline.
“It is important to recognize how our mental health can be affected by the pandemic,” said Sen. Jane Nelson. “The mental health support line for COVID-19 will go a long way to ensure Texans who are struggling with anxiety, depression or other mental health issues can access the care they need.”
For general health-related information and precautions on COVID-19, people can visit the DSHS webpage and the CDC webpage. To stay up-to-date on the latest news impacting HHS services and regulated providers, people can visit the HHS COVID-19 webpage.
For more information on mental health resources, find your local mental health authority here.
MEHOP Family Medicine provides COVID-19 testing for the residents of Matagorda and Wharton Counties. If you or someone in your care believes they have a medical condition which may be related to COVID-19 and would like to use MEHOP services the following steps must be taken before arriving at the clinic: Contact our clinic first… Read More
For patient convenience and to ensure continued access to care, MEHOP is offering Telehealth and Teletherapy services. These new virtual care options allow patients to access medical services and counseling from the comfort of their home. MEHOP clinics are open and continue to see patients for healthcare visits. Please remember, if you believe you have… Read More
To say we are in challenging times might seem to be an understatement. At first glance, we do not seem to have much control or say about the circumstances we find our communities in. When you look a little deeper though, you find that we actually do. Each community is comprised of individual people and… Read More
MEHOP is pleased to announce that Obstetrics and Gynecology services will return in May. Dr. Olubukola (Bukky) Ayeni will begin seeing patients May 4, 2020. She will have with clinic locations in Wharton and Bay City. Accommodations for Dr. Ayeni’s labor and delivery services have been provided for by OakBend Medical Center –Williams Way in… Read More
