Welcome to Betty Hardwick Center

The Mental Health and Intellectual and Developmental Disability Authority for Callahan,
Jones, Shackelford, Stephens and Taylor Counties

 Our Mission: To assure the delivery of a network of services to our customers that optimizes individual potential for wellness, independence, dignity and responsibility.

Our Vision: Our vision is a community where people with mental illness and intellectual and developmental disabilities are valued citizens who achieve recovery and independence.

Our Values:

  •  Individual Worth - Everyone is valued and recognized for their contributions.
  • Quality - We consistently strive to be effective and efficient while achieving customer satisfaction.
  • Integrity - We believe in always doing the right thing.
  • Customer Service - We take pride in providing the best possible services to all of our customers.
  • Teamwork - Only by working together with all stakeholders can we achieve our mission and realize our vision.

 
Featured Topics
ADHD: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. This topic center provides a detailed description of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), its causes, symptoms and treatments. ADHD is a neurological disorder that develops during childhood and can persist into adulthood. More...
Autism. This topic center provides a comprehensive overview of causes and treatments for Autism, a brain disease characterized by the presence of severe communication, language and social deficits in affected persons. More...
Bipolar Disorder. Bipolar Disorder causes people to swing between extreme, severe and typically sustained mood states which affect their energy levels, attitudes, behavior and ability to function. More...
Child Development and Parenting: Early Childhood. This document surveys child development between the age of 2 to 7 years, a period sometimes referred to as early childhood. The document also provides parenting information specific to this age group. More...
Depression: Major Depression & Unipolar Varieties. This topic center is a comprehensive overview of the unipolar mood disorders with an emphasis on the causes of and treatments for depression. More...
Schizophrenia. A comprehensive overview of the nature and treatment of Schizophrenia, a brain disease associated with psychosis (hallucinations and delusions), and disorganized behavior. More...
Suicide. A comprehensive overview of Suicide, addressing the nature of suicide, what to do if you are suicidal, and how to help friends or family members who are suicidal. More...

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latest news

Parents Can Take Steps to Boost Kids' Health, Well-Being
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Life's Key Moments Occur Within Relationships, Study Finds
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Featured Articles

New Substance Abuse Services Available to Youth
Starting in September 2010 Betty Hardwick Center offers Youth Outpatient Substance Abuse Services. More...


Suicide Prevention - Know the Signs
Are you or someone you love at risk of suicide? Get the facts and take action. More...


New Veteran's Behavioral Health Opportunities
Are you a Veteran or Family Member interested in Peer Support? More...


Words Matter
Using the R-word to describe people with intellectual disabilities, or even using the R-word in ANY manner, is hurtful and disrespectful. More...


Local Planning for Network Development
Please Review The Center's current plan for local network development. If you have any comments or questions, please feel free to submit them by email to lpnd@bhcmhmr.org More...


Men and Women Respond to Stress Differently
The brains of men and women handle stress differently and that alters the way their bodies experience chronic diseases such as depression, cardiovascular disease and autoimmune disorders More...





24-Hour
Crisis Hot Line
(800)758-3344

Administration
2616 South Clack
Abilene, Texas 79606
(325) 690-5100
Fax (325) 690-5136
helpdesk@bhcmhmr.org


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