August marked National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), a time dedicated to highlighting vaccines' critical role in protecting our health. Immunizations are a significant public health achievement worth celebrating as they prevent millions of cases of diseases and save countless lives. Our two Care Van at School partners, Irving and Plano ISDs, helped spread the ...
Thanks to the generosity of our presenting sponsors Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Hello Heart, October 6th was a night to celebrate at The Caring Foundation of Texas’ Dallas vs. Pittsburgh Watch Party & Casino Night. This year’s event, the first of its kind for The Caring Foundation of Texas, was a ...
Join us as we shine a spotlight on our dedicated board members, whose expertise and vision drive our mission forward and help us make a lasting impact in the community. Jessie Quick leads sales and account management for all Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) group market segments. She works to ensure BCBSTX ...
August marks National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), a time dedicated to highlighting the critical role vaccines play in protecting our health. Immunizations are a significant public health achievement worth celebrating as they prevent millions of cases of diseases and save countless lives. Immunizations safeguard not only individual health but also community immunity. From childhood vaccines ...
The Caring Foundation of Texas assists children across Texas and we want to ensure those we serve have a safe summer. While you’re busy making memories to last a lifetime, keeping safety precautions at the forefront of your mind is important. Here are some tips to help! WATER SAFETY Designate a water guardian, even if ...
According to The Black Mamas Matter Alliance, in the U.S., Black women are three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than White women. CDC notes that more than 80% of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable. Black Maternal Health Week is recognized each year from April 11-17 to bring attention and action to ...
Our mission is simple. We want to help families in Texas remove barriers and receive free preventive healthcare services such as childhood immunizations, dental screenings and adult screenings. 100% of your donation goes to families and children need to improve health outcomes. With our Care Van program, we are committed to helping our children ...
Did you know Texas leads the nation in the rate of children without insurance? Children need multiple vaccines during their childhood years to help prevent disease that are returning in full force like polio. Texas requires that students be fully vaccinated against the following diseases: Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis: 4 or 5 doses required ...
August is Summer Sun Safety Month, and as Texas continues to heat up, The Caring Foundation of Texas would like to share a few tips on how to protect yourself and your loved ones from the sun’s rays. According to the American Cancer Society, too much sun exposure can cause harm, especially to children, if ...
Patty Escoe is now President of the Board of Directors that oversees The Caring Foundation of Texas and will help support the 30-year-old non-profit’s signature CareVan® program. As president, Escoe said the Foundation’s mission to build healthier futures for Texas families aligns with her passion for children’s safety and well-being. Escoe also sits on the ...