Candid Conversation: How can Tarrant County improve access to mental health care?

Name: Candid Conversation: How can Tarrant County improve access to mental health care?
Start: 2025-02-26T07:30:00-06:00
End: 2025-02-26T09:00:00-06:00
Location: 3165 E Rosedale St, Fort Worth, TX 76105, United States

Schedule

Wed Feb 26 2025 at 07:30 am to 09:00 am

UTC-06:00

Location

3165 E Rosedale St, Fort Worth, TX 76105, United States | Fort Worth, TX

In Tarrant County, one in every six people is diagnosed with depression. Yet, the county and Texas have long struggled with providing adequate mental health care. The pressing question our panelists will address: How can Tarrant County improve access to mental health care?
On Feb. 26, our panel of leaders and experts will examine the mental health resources available in Tarrant County and discuss ways to improve access.
As a nonprofit newsroom, the Fort Worth Report relies on community support to keep local journalism thriving. We suggest a $5 donation to help make events like this possible. However, we understand that not everyone may be able to contribute at this level. If the suggested donation is a concern, email us at [email protected], and we’ll make sure you can attend.
Panelists include:
Zelia Baugh- Executive Vice President of Behavioral Health, JPS Health Network
Lt. Kimberly Harris- Mental Health Advocacy Commander, Arlington Police Department
Lachelle Goodrich- Founder & Executive Director, CHAMP Texas
Dr. Chelsea Angelocci- Founder & Psychiatrist, Centered Psychiatry + Wellness
Breakfast and beverages will be served starting at 7:30 a.m. while supplies last, and the discussion will begin promptly at 8 a.m. RSVP today or contact us with any questions.
💬 We’re collecting questions for the panel. Please send yours to [email protected], and the moderator will select from them.