Texas Health and Human Services Commission

Texas Health and Human Services Commission We serve Texas by connecting eligible Texans with food, health care and support services. Pick a language and then pick option 2. o Calling 2-1-1.

Third party advertisements that may appear in feed are not affiliated with or endorsed by Texas Health and Human Services. HHSC oversees the Texas health and human services system, which includes:

Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)
Department of State Health Services (DSHS)

There are several ways to apply for benefits:

• Go to www.YourTexasBenefits.com.
• Call toll-free 2-1-1 (or 1-87

7-541-7905). Staff can help you Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• If you need to visit an office, you can find one near you by either:
o Going to YourTexasBenefits.com. Click on “Find an office” at the top of the page. Pick a language and then pick option 1. If you have a complaint about your benefits case, you can call 2-1-1 or 1-877-541-7905. If you still need help, contact us by either:
• Going to the Office of the Ombudsman’s website http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/ombudsman/
• Or calling the Office of the Ombudsman at 1-877-787-8999 (toll-free).

What if your child’s disability isn’t immediately obvious to the world? Learn more from parents of children with “invisi...
08/28/2026

What if your child’s disability isn’t immediately obvious to the world? Learn more from parents of children with “invisible disabilities” as they discuss how they deal with their unique challenges.

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Seeking a meaningful career? Texas Health and Specialty Care Systems is hiring! Explore our open positions and be part o...
08/27/2026

Seeking a meaningful career? Texas Health and Specialty Care Systems is hiring! Explore our open positions and be part of a community committed to exceptional care. https://bit.ly/3UXlMJO

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 1...

08/27/2026

Texas WIC is here to support health care providers with valuable breastfeeding information for patients.

Find printable resources about breastfeeding conditions and challenges: HCPbreastfeeding.com

If you’re feeling exhausted, it’s hard to show up for the people you care about and sometimes even harder to show up for...
08/26/2026

If you’re feeling exhausted, it’s hard to show up for the people you care about and sometimes even harder to show up for yourself. Take a moment this week to better your sleep, so you can relax and recharge to be the best you.

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Dedicated to making a difference? We need a skilled Physician III - P/T On Call- Hourly to join our team at Texas Health...
08/25/2026

Dedicated to making a difference? We need a skilled Physician III - P/T On Call- Hourly to join our team at Texas Health and Specialty Care Systems. Apply now and be part of something impactful! https://bit.ly/4xqefSg

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 1...

08/25/2026

Need help breastfeeding? Our in-clinic lactation consultants and peer counselors are here to provide advice, one-on-one support and encouragement. Contact your local WIC clinic to speak to a breastfeeding expert today!

Need help now? Call 855-550-6667 for instant support and answers to all your breastfeeding questions. This service is completely free and available 24/7, even if you’re not on WIC! 📲

For more information, visit BreastmilkCounts.com.

HHSC reached a major construction milestone for the 75-bed Panhandle State Hospital in Amarillo after construction crews...
08/24/2026

HHSC reached a major construction milestone for the 75-bed Panhandle State Hospital in Amarillo after construction crews placed the facility’s final steel beam this month.

The $159 million hospital will provide inpatient psychiatric care across a 26-county region. Construction is expected to be completed in fall 2027.

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Fill us in.When your SNAP application includes all requested information, we can get to work faster.Learn more: bit.ly/4...
08/23/2026

Fill us in.

When your SNAP application includes all requested information, we can get to work faster.

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08/22/2026

Do you suspect fraud, waste or abuse involving an HHS benefits program? Report fraud to the Texas Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General.

Use the secure online fraud reporting portal or hotline to help protect vital services. Learn more at ReportTexasFraud.com

This week HHSC hosted a Rural Texas Strong public forum in Big Spring! Thank you to everyone who attended and provided f...
08/21/2026

This week HHSC hosted a Rural Texas Strong public forum in Big Spring!

Thank you to everyone who attended and provided feedback about the state's plan to strengthen rural health care.

Texas estimates receiving approximately $1.4 billion in federal funding over five years through the Rural Health Transformation Program.

Learn more: bit.ly/4xIv4rv

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Austin, TX
78751

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