Medical services
- Medical clinic services
- UIL and athletic physicals
- Well-child exams
- Vaccinations
- Diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions
- Diabetic care
- Wellness exams for women
- Pediatric care
- Texas Health Steps exams for children
Dental services
Tejas Health Care believes those who have a dental home are more likely to receive appropriate preventive and routine oral health care. Establishing a dental home directly results in greater awareness of all issues affecting the patient’s overall oral health.
Tejas Health Care’s main goal is to provide quality dental care to children and adults who might not otherwise receive it due to cost, and to help educate the population on the importance of good dental hygiene.
- Treatment for children and adults
- Exams and cleanings
- Cosmetic fillings
- Esthetic ceramic crowns
- Bridges
- High-quality, low-cost dentures
- Root canals
- Surgical extractions
- Wisdom teeth removal
Behavioral health services
Tejas Health Care’s behavioral health program provides patients with education, advocacy and services, all with the goal of improving emotional health and coping skills for persons facing life’s challenges and supporting the individual’s ability to lead a healthful life.
Integrated health care services
As Fayette County grows, there is a great need for integrated health care services that are close and convenient to our patients. We believe the best approach to wellness is treating both the body and the mind. That is why we offer a wide array of comprehensive primary health care, behavioral health care, prevention programs and services. If you need medical, dental or behavioral health care, our compassionate, dedicated staff is here to help. As a patient, you have access to a full range of services and providers, including psychiatrists, substance abuse counselors, behavioral health consultants, family counselors and peer specialists.
Our behavioral health consultants have specialty training in the connection between the body and the mind. Our behavioral health team works with your primary care doctor, considering the physical, behavioral and emotional aspects of your health, to help determine the course of action that is best for you.
The first step is yours; we are ready to walk with you the rest of the way.
WIC services
WIC is growing healthy families
WIC is a nutrition program for growing families. We work with families to make sure:
- Pregnant women have healthy pregnancies
- Infants get the best start, with new parents receiving the latest information on infant feeding
- Young children eat right and grow strong for a bright future
- Families have nutritious foods high in vitamins and minerals
What will happen at my first WIC appointment?
WIC staff will determine if you qualify by looking at your income; weighing, measuring and checking the iron level of each person applying; and asking questions about your family’s health and nutrition.
What services does WIC provide?
If you qualify, you will return to the WIC clinic every two to three months. We provide information about nutrition that relates to your family’s needs, healthy foods, additional food benefits for women who choose to breastfeed, and referrals to health care services.
What healthy foods can I get with my WIC benefits?
- Whole grains
- Cereal
- Milk
- Cheese
- Juice
- Eggs
- Beans
- Peanut butter
- Fruits and vegetables
- Canned tuna or salmon (for breastfeeding women who do not get formula from WIC)
- Baby foods
- Baby cereal
- Formula
WIC is open to many incomes and all kinds of families. Even if you don’t qualify for Medicaid, you may still be eligible for WIC. Apply for WIC services on the Texas WIC website.
Community services
- 2-1-1 Texas / United Way: No matter where you live in Texas, you can dial 2-1-1 or 877-541-7905 to find resources in your community, including food, housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment. Visit 2-1-1 Texas.
- Texas Head Start Association: Child development programs for Early Head Start (ages 0 to 3) and Head Start (ages 3 to 5), at no cost to qualifying families. Visit the Texas Head Start Association or call 2-1-1.
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF): Financial help for children and their parents or relatives living with them, for basic needs such as food, clothing, housing and utilities. Apply at Your Texas Benefits or call 2-1-1.
- Texas Education Agency: Pre-kindergarten programs are offered in many school districts for children at least three years old who meet other eligibility criteria. Contact your neighborhood school, call 512-463-9581, or visit the Texas Education Agency.
- Lone Star Card / SNAP: The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program helps people buy the food they need for good health. Apply for SNAP at Your Texas Benefits or call 2-1-1.
- Women, Infants and Children (WIC): A nutrition program for pregnant women, new mothers, and children under 5. Call 800-942-3678 or find a WIC office on the Texas WIC website.
- Nationwide housing search: Find affordable rentals and housing options for low-income families and individuals. Visit LowIncomeHousing.us.
- Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP): Low-cost health insurance for children from birth to 18 years of age. Apply for CHIP and Children’s Medicaid or call 2-1-1.
- After-school care: Many schools offer on-site after-school care for children in pre-kindergarten and older, sometimes with scholarships or sliding scale fees. Contact your child’s school to ask.