Texans can dial 2-1-1 (option 6) for information on COVID-19 and local community resources on health care, utilities, food, housing and more. Wait times are currently higher than normal. More COVID-19 information.
BTCS COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 Crisis Counseling
The Texans Recovering Together COVID-19 Virtual Counseling Program offers free, short-term crisis counseling by phone or televideo for individuals, families, and groups living in Bastrop, Bell, Burnet, Caldwell, Coryell, Fayette, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Hamilton, Lampasas, Lee, Milam and Williamson counties. We operate Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and will respond to requests for counseling within one hour if received before 5 pm on a business day. Counseling may include resource navigation, grief support, coping skill development, psychoeducation, problem-solving, linkage to available support groups, and more.
The Crisis Counseling Program is made possible through FEMA and Texas Health and Human Services. The team is composed of team members from Bluebonnet Trails Community Services and Central Counties Services.
For additional information and resources, please visit http://bbtrails.org/covid-19/
Community Resources and Tips
• Resources for Children and Families During COVID-19
– Diaper and Hygiene Drive-Thru
– Supporting Children’s Emotional Well-being during COVID-19
– Talking to Children about COVID-19
– Talking with Children about Infectious Disease
– Family Entertainment: Virtual Field Trips
– Farm Fresh Veggies in Elgin Area
– Autism Services Covid 19 Bulletin English
– Autism Services Covid 19 Bulletin Spanish (Español)
– Resources for Families with Young Children
– Child Care Options for Texas Frontline Workers
• Mental Health Resources During COVID-19
– Protecting Your Mental Health during COVID-19
– Self-Care during Social Distancing
– Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health During Social Distancing
– 24/7 COVID-19 Support Line Information English
– 24/7 COVID-19 Support Line Information Spanish
• Substance Use Recovery During COVID-19
– Online Recovery Support Groups Zoom 2020
Resources for First Responders During COVID-19
– Public Safety Personnel Resilience During a Pandemic
Corona Virus (COVID-19) Updates
• COVID-19 Facts and Prevention
– What You Need to Know about Coronavirus
• Local and State COVID-19 Updates
– Texas Receives Approval for SNAP Online Grocery Purchases
– Economic Impact Payment Guide
– Portal Video Calling Devices for Veterans
– Texas Medical Board Press Release
– COVID-19 Updates from The White House
– Williamson County and Cities Health District Response
– Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services FAQ
– Paycheck Protection Information
– HHSC Issues COVID-19 FAQs to HCS and TxHmL Providers
HHSC is providing Home and Community-based Services and
Texas Home Living providers with regularly updated Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19.
COVID-19 Resources for Educators and Schools
– COVID-19 Resource Page for Educators
– Virtual Crisis Planning Toolkit from Dr. Benavidez, Counselor Specialist at Region 11
* Crisis Counseling Team Schedule Sample
– Resources for Early Childhood Educators
BTCS Community Resources and Tips
• Bluebonnet Employee Resources during COVID-19
– Supportive Practices for Mental Health Professionals
– Telehealth Coverage Policies
– The Do’s and Don’ts of Working from Home
– COVID-19 Training Updates: attached training updates