Our Projects
From the Gulf Coast to West Texas and from the Rio Grande Valley to the Panhandle, The Meadows Institute is helping communities and organizations improve services and systems of care that make mental health and substance use treatment better in a myriad of ways. Each of these projects represents a step forward in making Texas a national leader in mental health care.
Projects list
Kerr County’s Rapid Mental Health Needs Assessment
SUMMARY – In the devastating aftermath of the July 4, 2025, floods, Kerr County and other affected Hill County communities faced urgent and emerging mental health needs. Neighbors, first responders, faith leaders, schools, clinicians, and volunteers stepped forward immediately, reflecting the community’s extraordinary compassion and strength. But the scale of trauma and grief also required clear guidance for where additional support could make the greatest difference.
The Meadows Institute, with the generous support of the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country and the H.E. Butt Foundation, conducted a rapid mental health needs assessment to identify clear, actionable recommendations for philanthropic investment, including trauma and grief training needs. The final document offers a practical framework to help guide near-term investments that support recovery, expand access to care, and strengthen the community’s long-term resilience.
Texas Panhandle Data Book
The Texas Panhandle — a region characterized by its unique geography, culture, and economy — faces significant public health challenges, particularly in the areas of mental health and substance use. This data book, published in 2025, provides a comprehensive summary of the behavioral health landscape in the Panhandle region.
Behavioral Health Emergency Response Initiative (BHERi)
SUMMARY – The Behavioral Health Emergency Response Initiative (BHERi) is a joint national venture seeking to improve the response to 911 calls that involve a person experiencing a mental health emergency. BHERi’s goal is to ensure that a person in distress receives effective care that addresses underlying mental health needs.
Continuum of Care
Texas Juvenile Justice
Continuum of Care
SUMMARY – The Meadows Institute is leading a statewide initiative to strengthen Texas’ Juvenile Justice Continuum of Care and improve the outcomes of youth involved in the justice system by publishing a statewide report, seven regional analyses, and a detailed report identifying gaps, assets, and actionable solutions in Bexar County.