by Mandi | Nov 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
The work of the Texas Legislature is never done! In between legislative sessions, the Legislature continues its work focusing on our state’s priority issues. Last month House Speaker Joe Straus released the interim charges that will direct the work of the chamber’s...
by Mandi | Jun 30, 2011 | Uncategorized
The 82nd Texas Legislative Session proved challenging to elected officials and advocates. Due to the budget shortfall, several vital programs and services that positively impact children were cut or eliminated. CHILDREN AT RISK worked hard and spoke loudly to ensure...
by Mandi | May 13, 2011 | Uncategorized
CHILDREN AT RISK co-authored an op-ed with Dr. Terry Snow Smith, Director of Dallas County Juvenile Services and Dr. Octavio Martinez, Executive Director of the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health. The article titled, “It’s time for a juvenile mental health...
by Mandi | Apr 1, 2011 | Uncategorized
CHILDREN AT RISK conducted the first independent evaluation of the four Juvenile Mental Health Courts in Texas (Austin/Travis, San Antonio/Bexar, El Paso and Harris Counties). The publication was generously funded by the Meadows Foundation, Texas Juvenile Mental...
by Mandi | Feb 23, 2011 | Press Release, Uncategorized
Criminal justice advocates and non-profit community join forces to communicate benefits of preserving Juvenile Mental Health Courts When: Wednesday, February 23, 2011, 10:00 a.m. Where: Communities Foundation of Texas, 5500 Caruth Haven Lane, Dallas, TX...
