Bexar County Public Health

We’re excited to partner with The Gonzaba Foundation and Comm. Calvert’s team to organize our largest event to date. We anticipate 200+ families will attend this event. On Tuesday, September 17th, we will co-host a free drive thru pantry for older adults (60+) at Bexar County’s Comanche Park. Each registered family will receive a large box of seasonal produce, rice, beans, and bread. Please share this flyer with your networks and families. There is no income requirement however families must register by 9/13. #BexarCounty #HealthforAll

Proud to lead the conversation at the NAMI Pathways to hope confrence. Discussing how we can play a part in "Advancing Community Health Equity in Bexar County" 🍎 #BexarCounty #MentalHealth #HealthforAll

We are hiring! 📑📑 We have an opening for a Registered Dietician/Nutritionist focusing on nutrition education programs for youth and adults. 🥦🍎🥩 If you’re enthusiastic about empowering individuals to achieve their health goals and thrive through proper nutrition, we want to hear from you! Please use the link below to learn more about this position: https://ow.ly/wH7S50SHFJN #Hiring #PublicHealth #HealthForAll

All County offices will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

Volunteers needed for a Facebook Live fundraiser at the Bexar County Animal Facility with Jordan's Way! 🐕😺 Contact Jacy to signup: 210-214-6919 jacy.elrod@bexar.org

Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) Opioid Settlement Funds- The Bexar County Public Health Dept. is seeking proposals for programs aimed at combating substance use disorder (SUD) in Bexar County. Please read more here https://lnkd.in/gPiMRJzh and join us for a virtual info session on Wed, May 8th at 1:00pm.

The Bexar County Department of Behavioral Health’s substance use disorder team provided an information workshop at the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office Volunteer Training and Appreciation Luncheon.  The team shared Bexar County opioid related death statistics, signs to watch for a possible opioid-related overdose, and how to secure free Narcan.The Bexar County Department of Behavioral Health’s substance use disorder team provided an information workshop at the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office Volunteer Training and Appreciation Luncheon. The team described how jail diversion programs support individuals struggling with substance use disorders by steering them towards treatment rather than incarceration.  The team shared Bexar County opioid related death statistics, signs to watch for a possible opioid-related overdose, and how to secure free Narcan. #PublicHealth #HealthForAll #BexarCounty

Our first Walking Wednesday was a success with over 10 Bexar County departments represented.  Join us again tomorrow for a walk along the river at 12:15pm. This event is rain or shine so bring your umbrella. Friends, family and colleagues are welcome to join the walk. #BexarCounty #HealthforAll

🐶🐱Join the Bexar County Animal Care Facility team for FREE microchipping & low cost animal adoptions tomorrow 11am-3pm at Shake Shack-Park North. Keep track of your fur babies or find a new friend. #dogs #perros #gatos #cats #mustlovedogs #petsarefamily #BexarCountyAnimalCare #PetAdoption #AdoptDontShop

Bexar County's Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service & Public Health Wellness Wednesday was a great success thanks to our partners! We were excited to host The Bexar County Animal Care Facility, Bexar County Small Business & Entrepreneurship Department, Bexar County Records on the Run, BiblioTech, Youth Do Vote, The Gonzaba Foundation, and many other partners present to share public health and wellness resources. #publichealth #wellness #partnerships #community engagement