Kerr County Community Coalition

05/30/2026

What's that phrase? 🤔

"Small but mighty!"

Thank you all who came out to FaithfulRecovery 's Mental Health Workshop at our Hill Country Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse offices.

We had a small group of curious and dedicated people learn about "Stigma and Substance Use Disorder" presented by our own youth prevention educator, Rachel Brosz, and "Learning Self Compassion" by Nevetta King from SJRC Texas & Belong.

We then listened to a moving and inspiring testimony of recovery from a devoted Faithful Recovery volunteer and enjoyed lunch together. There is hope and help in your recovery journey! 🦋

What a great way to end Mental Health Awareness Month by learning compassion for others and compassion for ourselves.

05/29/2026

Being there for someone through a difficult moment can include helping them connect to support. 988 is available 24/7. Call or text anytime, anywhere in the U.S. You don’t have to figure this out alone. Learn more: 988lifeline.org

05/29/2026

We're sharing this incredible initiative supporting West Kerr Campers this summer!

05/28/2026

Supporting someone living with a serious mental illness starts with understanding. Learning about mental health conditions can help you respond with empathy and confidence. Learn more: https://www.samhsa.gov/mental.../what-is-mental-health/facts

05/28/2026

This is a great opportunity for Hill Country Kids to tell our story and learn so much!

We wanted to share the attached flyer about an opportunity for students affected by the 2025 floods to participate in a free summer journalism program. 📰
The deadline to apply is May 31. Please see the flyer for more information and application details.

05/27/2026

Join us Saturday, May 30th at our offices as we host FaithfulRecovery's Mental Health Workshops: Worthy to be Loved.
Our own, Rachel B. will be presenting!
102 Business Dr Kerrville, TX 78028
10am-12pm

05/27/2026

Mental health touches every one of us either directly or through someone we love. Let’s commit to talking about it with the care and honesty it deserves.

https://www.samhsa.gov/mental.../what-is-mental-health/facts

05/27/2026

Leah Westra, our Kerr County Coalition Coordinator, shared about HCCADA services, what the Kerr County Community Coalition is up to, and what are some su***de prevention basics when talking to someone with suicidal ideations to the Kerrville Networking Group.

We, our friends, our family, our community are the best defense against mental health challenges and suicidal ideations. If you'd like for Leah or her colleagues to speak to your group about what's going on in Kerr County email [email protected] and we'll get you on the schedule!

Thank you for having us, Kerrville Networking Group and Encore Radio 1049!

05/27/2026

Did you know what this is?

If you need help with cannabis use disorder, reach out to HCCADA at 830.367.4667

⚠️ Parents — if you've found one of these in your teenager's room, you need to read this. ⚠️

A "nectar collector" is a small, portable device used to consume cannabis concentrates — wax, shatter, oil, live resin. It looks innocuous. The risks are not.

Here's what most families don't know:

🔸 Cannabis concentrates contain 60–90% THC — compared to 15–25% in traditional ma*****na. 🔸 Higher-potency products are linked to higher rates of cannabis use disorder, dependence, and withdrawal. 🔸 Pronounced withdrawal symptoms include irritability, anxiety, and serious sleep disruption. 🔸 In adolescents, frequent use can affect cognitive and emotional development. 🔸 Monthly spending on devices and concentrates can climb into the hundreds of dollars — fast.

This isn't the ma*****na of a generation ago. And the device itself is often the first warning sign families miss.

The good news? Cannabis use disorder is treatable. Early intervention works. And if you're worried about someone you love, you don't have to figure this out alone.

📖 Read the full guide: https://www.lahacienda.com/blog/nectar-collector 📞 Speak with our team: (830) 830-241-2044 | lahacienda.com

05/26/2026

The words we use about mental health in our small groups, our hallway conversations or our sermons shape whether someone feels safe enough to ask for help.

This May, let’s choose words that open doors: https://www.samhsa.gov/.../what-is-mental-health/how-to-talk