This weekend鈥檚 expected winter weather could cause problems across North Texas. If you are a member of 星空传媒, there are services available to help you. Important Phone Numbers For medical emergencies, call 9-1-1. For information on evacuations, shelters, and recovery assistance, call 2-1-1. Call Member Services (available Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm) if you need to Get an emergency prescription refill. Replace necessary medical equipment, services, or supplies. Get a new copy ...
Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 27. If your budget is tight this year, plan now to enjoy one of the free holiday meals offered in communities throughout north Texas. We鈥檝e included just a few of these events below. Be sure to use Google and social media to search for more community meals near you. Dallas and Fort Worth Feast of Sharing Bring the whole family to celebrate Thanksgiving at the Central Market/H-E-B Feast of Sharing in Dallas and Fort Worth. This free community event includes a holi...
Summer vacation is here again! It鈥檚 a time for kids to rest and relax after a busy school year 鈥� but it鈥檚 also a great chance to keep your child ready for the classroom. Students often experience 鈥渟ummer brain drain鈥� during the long break from school. This can mean that they end up falling behind on important skills like reading and math. The good news is that summer brain drain can be prevented! Here are a few ways to make sure your child has a summer break that鈥檚 fun 鈥� and full of opportunities to lea...
Spring has arrived in North Texas 鈥� and the warmer weather can also mean a chance for severe storms in our area. Are you and your family are prepared to deal with the impact of bad weather? Check out these tips for staying safe and healthy during a storm. What Can You Do Before Storms Arrive? Make an emergency plan. Decide what family members will do during the storm. Know where everyone will meet if you split up. Write down emergency contacts and your family鈥檚 important personal information. Rem...
School starts in August鈥攂ut there鈥檚 still plenty of summer left! That means it鈥檚 the perfect time for the whole family to relax with a good book or fun learning activity. In fact, when you encourage your child to read, learn and explore during summer break, you help them start the school year stronger. Are you looking for no-cost or low-cost educational activities in Dallas and nearby counties? You鈥檙e in luck. Families in North Texas have many resources for in-person and online learning. Just a few loca...
Need some extra help paying for groceries? You鈥檙e not alone. Compared to a year ago, prices are up for cereal, meat, milk, produce, and more. The good news is 星空传媒 offers support through the Findhelp platform. It鈥檚 convenient and easy to use. You don鈥檛 need to log in or sign up before using the site. Simply visit the Findhelp website and enter your zip code. You鈥檒l see a list of organizations near you that offer help with food鈥攂oth emergency and ongoing assistance. These North ...
Sometimes, we all need a little extra help to get by. PCHP is excited to offer more support to our members through the Findhelp platform. Findhelp is a social service organization that directly connects people to local programs and organizations offering assistance. Use the Findhelp directory to find free help near you. It鈥檚 convenient and easy to use, and all searches are anonymous 鈥� you don鈥檛 need to log in or sign up before using the site. Here are just a few of the ways you can use Findhelp to get t...
Young love can be exciting and fun. However, teenage relationships can also be heartbreaking鈥攁nd even violent. The good news is you can help your teenager to protect themselves from unhealthy dating relationships. What is dating violence? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , dating violence can happen in many ways. Just a few examples of teen dating violence are: Physical violence hitting punching shoving using weapons Sexual violence forcing a partner to take part in a sex act ...
Have you ever missed a doctor visit because you didn鈥檛 have a way to get there? Do you worry about how you鈥檒l get to the drugstore to fill a prescription? 星空传媒 may be able to help. PCHP offers non-emergency medical transportation to all STAR members. You or your child may be able to get free rides to and from the doctor, dentist, hospital, drugstore, or other Medicaid service providers. If you need a ride, we may be able to help with: Public transportation, like the city bus. M...
You may be receiving Medicaid benefits through the State of Texas. But did you know that you can also get help buying healthy food when you need it? 鈥淔ood insecurity鈥� describes what happens when someone is not able to get enough affordable, nutritious food. Families may worry that they will run out of food or won鈥檛 be able to afford a balanced meal. They may skip meals or eat less than they feel they should. SNAP Benefits For many, it can be hard to pay for rent, utilities, transportation, and childcare...
Spring and summer bring picnics and eating outdoors. It also means you can find great deals on your favorite fruits and vegetables. However, hot days and nights can cause food to spoil more quickly. That can lead to throwing out food before you get to enjoy it. Eating spoiled food can also lead to food poisoning. How can you protect your food鈥攁nd your family鈥攄uring the warmer months? Take a look at the tips below for some easy ways to make food last longer. Check your refrigerator settings Your refriger...
The Dallas 星空传媒y Start program is an in-home service that aims to reduce infant deaths, preterm, and low-weight births. The staff is made up of English and Spanish-speaking community health workers and health educators that provide prenatal and postpartum classes among other educational opportunities. Watch as Nishell Jackson, a Community 星空传媒 Worker of 星空传媒 星空传媒, talks more about the program and all it has to offer community members. Dallas 星空传媒y Start Program 4917 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas,...
What does Living Well mean? It鈥檚 more than just a healthy diet and exercise. It includes all aspects of life. Our goal with the Living Well blog is to share information and resources to the community that will help you live your best life. We鈥檒l be covering topics such as... Nutrition Fueling your body with nutritious foods is the first step in leading a healthy life. Eating on a budget doesn't have to leave you confined to mostly processed food, nor does it have to be a chore. We鈥檙e here to help you bu...