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Gov. Abbott, HHSC Extend Medicaid, CHIP Postpartum Coverage to 12 Months

Gov. Abbott announced that HHSC is extending postpartum coverage to 12 months for eligible Medicaid and CHIP recipients effective March 1, 2024.

HHSC Warns Texans About Scammers Targeting Lone Star Cards

HHSC is receiving an increasing number of complaints about a phone scam targeting clients who use Lone Star Cards and receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.

HHSC Celebrates New Sports Complex at El Paso State Supported Living Center

HHSC hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of a $550,000 sports complex at the El Paso State Supported Living Center.

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HHSC Honors Foster Grandparent for 30 Years of Service

Texas HHSC is recognizing Willie Piper for 30 years of service to the Foster Grandparent Program during a celebration of her dedication and commitment on Thursday, Feb. 29.

HHSC Hosts Ribbon Cutting for El Paso State Supported Living Center Sports Complex

HHSC will host a ribbon cutting Thursday, Jan. 18, to celebrate a new sports complex at the El Paso State Supported Living Center.

HHSC Hosting Community Information Session on $120 Million Rio Grande State Center Expansion Project

HHSC is inviting the media to learn more about plans to expand the Rio Grande State Center during a community information session on Thursday, Nov. 2.