Metrocrest Hospital Authority

08/19/2026

Through a partnership between Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District (CFBISD) and Children's Health, students have access to virtual pediatric care while at school. If a student becomes ill at school, the campus nurse can connect the student and parent—no matter where the parent is located—with a doctor or nurse practitioner via a secure video visit. This allows students to receive timely medical care, helping address their health needs as quickly as possible while minimizing time away from the classroom. Visit Children's Health School-Based Telehealth site to enroll or call 844.483.5363

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08/12/2026

Congratulations to our community partner, the Town of Addison Fire Department, on this well-deserved recognition. We’re proud to celebrate their continued commitment to advancing high-quality heart attack and stroke care through the Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Achievement Award. This national recognition reflects the dedication to improve outcomes and save lives in our communities.

08/05/2026

Parents of little ones under age 3, this class is for you!

Join our community partner Hope Cottage for the What You Do Matters series, a free 6-week program designed to help parents better understand their child's development and build confidence in their parenting journey.

Throughout the series, you'll learn about your child's growth and development while gaining practical tools and strategies you can use every day. Participants who attend all six sessions will receive a certificate of completion.

📅 Registration is required.
✅ Parents must attend all six sessions to receive the completion certificate.

*register and complete the full 6-week series to receive a $50 gift card for groceries

08/05/2026

Back-to-school season is here!

As students head back to the classroom, it's the perfect time for families to prioritize healthy habits that support learning and success all year long. From annual checkups and vaccinations to healthy meals, good sleep, and staying active, small steps can make a big difference in a child's well-being.

Metrocrest Hospital Authority is proud to support programs and partners that help keep our communities healthy, because healthy kids are better prepared to learn, grow, and thrive.

Wishing all students, teachers, and families a safe, healthy, and successful school year!

07/28/2026

Our Community Partner, The Concilio, is built on a simple but powerful belief: the most important teacher in a child's life is not in a classroom, but found at home.

Behind every confident student is a parent who has the support to show up, speak up, and stay involved. That is the work The Concilio helps make possible.

Through their programs, families receive guidance and practical tools to take an active role in their children’s education from an early age. That early support not only strengthens learning, it also helps open doors to long-term economic mobility for the entire family.

07/22/2026

Health challenges can affect more than just the body. They can also impact emotional well-being, stress levels, and overall mental health.

It is normal to feel overwhelmed at times, but support can make a real difference.

Our community partner The Bridge Breast Network reminds us that care is about more than treatment. Compassion, connection, and community are part of the healing process too.

Take a moment today to check in with yourself and those around you. Well-being looks different for everyone, and every step matters.

07/21/2026

🚒 Look at what our community partners are doing in the community!

This is what community partnership looks like: organizations showing up, building relationships, and caring for our neighbors in ways big and small.

We’re proud to support partners who go above and beyond every day to make our communities stronger!

A quick water stop turned into an impromptu fire safety lesson—and a ride home—at Station 4!

These soon-to-be freshmen had been biking around in the Texas heat from 2–8 p.m. without anything to drink when they spotted our firefighters in the bay and stopped to ask for water. After rehydrating, they asked to learn about fire extinguishers, because apparently Station 4 is part water station, part classroom and part roadside assistance. 😄

One of the riders began feeling unwell from dehydration, so our crew made sure he got home safely. We’re glad they stopped when they did!

Good luck as you head into 9th grade next year, and remember: stay hydrated, wear your helmets, and keep asking great questions!

07/15/2026

Metrocrest Hospital Authority is proud to announce $3.5 million in funding to support local nonprofits improving health and wellness across Addison, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, and Coppell.

These investments will expand access to healthcare, mental health support, vision and dental care, and essential services for children, families, and seniors throughout the Metrocrest region.

From school-based health programs to community clinics and prevention services, this funding helps ensure more residents can get the care they need, when they need it.

We’re grateful to our community partners who show up every day for our community.

07/08/2026

We’re excited to share that MHA’s COO was recently interviewed by KERA News about the expansion of Texas A&M College of Dentistry’s Empowering Smiles Oral Health Initiative.

The program, led by faculty clinicians and dental providers at Texas A&M and previously exclusively focused on Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District students, is expanding access to dental care for low-income seniors, helping ensure older adults can receive the treatment they need at a time when care is often out of reach.

Read the full story here: KERA News interview: https://tinyurl.com/2tuaz4wu

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

Today is a great reminder of what makes our community special: neighbors helping neighbors, families spending time together, and people coming together to support one another.

We hope you enjoy a day filled with good food, great company, and plenty of reasons to celebrate.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Independence Day!