My Health My Resources

My Health My Resources of Tarrant County (MHMR) is the local government agency that provides community-based services for children, youth, adults, and families experiencing mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), substance use disorders, and developmental delays in young children. The organization also offers crisis response, veteran support, homeless services, peer programs, and family-focused assistance. This article explains the services available, who they are designed to help, how to begin the intake process, what documents to prepare, where crisis assistance fits into the system, and how to connect with the appropriate MHMR program based on your situation.

What My Health My Resources Does

My Health My Resources (MHMR) serves residents throughout Tarrant County by providing person-centered care designed to connect individuals with treatment, support, education, and community resources. MHMR operates as a unit of local government with a Board of Trustees appointed by the Tarrant County Commissioners Court.

The agency serves several different populations, including:

Adults with mental health conditions.
Young adults needing behavioral health support.
Children with emotional or developmental needs.
Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
People seeking recovery from substance use disorders.
Veterans needing behavioral health or related support.
Families with infants and young children experiencing developmental delays.
Individuals experiencing a mental health crisis.

Information about agency programs and services is available through the official My Health My Resources of Tarrant County website.

Major Programs Available

MHMR provides a broad collection of programs rather than a single service. Each program is designed for a different population or type of need.

Mental Health Services

Mental health services are available for adults and young adults experiencing behavioral health conditions or other serious emotional concerns. Treatment may include diagnosis, medication management, financial assistance discussions, case management, education for patients and families, peer support, and individualized treatment planning.

MHMR provides outpatient centers located throughout the Fort Worth, Arlington, and Hurst-Euless-Bedford areas. Services follow the Texas Recovery and Resiliency model established by the Department of State Health Services.

More information is available through the official Mental Health Services page.

Child and Family Services

Child and Family Services focuses on strengthening families and helping children develop healthy social, emotional, and developmental skills. Programs support children from birth through age 18 while also providing assistance for parents and caregivers.

Services may benefit families when a child:

Has developmental delays.
Has a disability.
Has challenging behaviors.
Has an intellectual and developmental disability diagnosis.
Needs medication for ADHD or another psychiatric condition.
Has experienced trauma.
Needs additional community resources.

Parents who are expecting a child, caring for infants, or seeking parenting support may also qualify for services.

Additional program information is available through the Child and Family Services page.

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

MHMR serves as the Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability Authority (LIDDA) for Tarrant County. This role makes MHMR the primary point of contact for publicly funded intellectual and developmental disability services.

Staff help individuals and families understand available programs, referral options, eligibility pathways, and community resources. Depending on eligibility, MHMR also provides direct services.

The agency supports individuals with conditions including:

Intellectual disability.
Autism spectrum disorder.
Cerebral palsy.
Down syndrome.
Traumatic brain injury.
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.

MHMR also operates certified Intermediate Care Facilities that provide supervised community living for eligible individuals.

Information about these programs is available through the IDD Services page.

Substance Use Treatment

MHMR provides treatment for adults, adolescents, and youth recovering from substance use disorders. Services are designed around individual assessments and may include outpatient care, residential treatment, counseling, education, relapse prevention, life skills, parenting education, and case management.

Treatment is available through a continuum of care, allowing services to change as an individual's recovery needs evolve.

People seeking services begin with an Outreach Screening Assessment and Referral (OSAR) screening before treatment planning.

Eligibility and payment options are discussed during the screening process. Depending on individual circumstances, services may be covered through Medicaid, private insurance, private payment, or a sliding fee scale.

Program information is available through the Substance Use Services page.

Veteran Services

MHMR also provides programs for veterans needing assistance with mental health support, housing resources, benefits, support groups, legal aid, and Military Veteran Peer Network services.

Homeless Services

Housing-related services help individuals experiencing homelessness participate in programs while increasing opportunities for stable housing.

Peer Partners

Peer Partners are individuals who have previously received MHMR services and share their experiences with people entering services. Their role helps participants understand treatment expectations while providing encouragement from someone with similar lived experience.

Beginning the Intake Process

MHMR has a structured intake process intended to determine eligibility and connect applicants with the most appropriate services.

Step One

Individuals may visit one of MHMR's centers or request a phone interview to begin the intake process.

Step Two

Applicants should gather documentation before the intake appointment.

Required documents include:

Government-issued picture identification.
Proof of insurance if applicable.
Proof of income when seeking Medicaid benefit assistance without insurance.

Step Three

An in-person screening is completed at an MHMR center.

Step Four

If an individual is eligible, an appointment is scheduled with the appropriate center or program. If eligibility requirements are not met, staff provide referrals to other community resources.

These intake steps are described on the Where Do I Start? page.

Choosing the Right Contact Number

Several telephone numbers connect callers to different types of services. Selecting the correct number helps reduce delays.

Adults Seeking Services

Adults and young adults looking for information, referrals, or service coordination should contact the MHMR information line.

Mental Health Crisis

Individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis should contact or text the ICARE Call Center, which operates continuously throughout the year.

Crisis Response Services

MHMR operates crisis services twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, throughout the year. These services are designed for urgent behavioral health situations requiring immediate professional assistance.

The Mobile Crisis Outreach Team provides face-to-face crisis intervention for children, adolescents, and adults throughout Tarrant County.

Available services include:

Emergency assessments.
Treatment at a clinic or community location.
Urgent care.
Crisis follow-up.
Relapse prevention.

If someone is a danger to themselves or others, or if a medical emergency exists, emergency services should be contacted by calling 911.

Individuals needing someone to talk with during a crisis may also contact or text the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

Behavioral Health Treatment

Behavioral health treatment extends beyond the initial diagnosis. MHMR coordinates ongoing care through individualized treatment plans developed around each person's circumstances.

Services may include:

Case management.
Medication management.
Patient education.
Family education.
Peer support.
Treatment coordination.
Advocacy during treatment.
Crisis support when needed.

This coordinated approach allows multiple services to work together rather than requiring individuals to independently manage each aspect of care.

Support for Children and Parents

Families often contact MHMR because they notice developmental concerns, behavioral challenges, or emotional difficulties affecting a child. Programs are designed to strengthen the entire family while addressing the child's individual needs.

MHMR offers parenting and development groups covering topics such as parenting education, autism support, ADHD support, music activities, developmental play, sibling support, and youth discussion groups.

Parent Cafés provide guided discussions where parents share experiences, exchange ideas, and build practical skills while connecting with other families.

Developmental Disability Assistance

Families navigating developmental disability services often encounter multiple programs and eligibility pathways. MHMR helps explain available options while coordinating referrals and direct services for eligible individuals.

When demand exceeds available community-based services, applicants may be placed on interest lists managed either locally or statewide, depending on the specific program. Placement follows a first-come, first-served process, and service coordinators contact applicants when services become available.

Applicants who become eligible may choose a provider when appropriate.

Substance Use Recovery Programs

MHMR's recovery services include both outpatient and residential treatment options for adults and youth.

Adult outpatient treatment may include:

Individual counseling.
Group counseling.
Relapse prevention.
Life skills training.
Parenting education.
Substance use education.
Anger management.

Residential treatment programs provide around-the-clock services that may include counseling, psychiatric evaluation, family programming, trauma-informed treatment, and case management.

Youth programs combine counseling, education, recovery support, life skills, and evidence-based treatment designed specifically for adolescents.

Community Connections

MHMR also helps connect residents with additional community resources appropriate for their circumstances.

Adults and young adults seeking community information, referrals, and collaborative services can contact MHMR for guidance toward available programs.

The Community Center described by MHMR provides a social environment where individuals receiving mental health services may participate in voluntary activities including peer groups, basic computer instruction, games, crafts, and educational opportunities.

Preparing for an Appointment

Preparing before the intake process helps appointments proceed more efficiently.

Applicants should:

Bring picture identification.
Bring insurance information if available.
Gather proof of income if applying for Medicaid assistance.
Be prepared to discuss current concerns and treatment needs.
Arrive ready to complete the intake screening.

Having documents organized before arriving reduces the likelihood that the intake process will need additional follow-up before determining eligibility.

Common Intake Mistakes

Several common issues can slow the intake process or delay access to services.

Calling the wrong program instead of the age-specific service line.

Beginning treatment without completing the required intake screening.

Arriving without picture identification.

Leaving out insurance information when coverage exists.

Forgetting proof of income when requesting Medicaid assistance.

Using routine service numbers instead of crisis services during an emergency.

Attempting to use standard appointments during an active mental health crisis instead of contacting ICARE.

Understanding the appropriate pathway before making contact helps connect individuals with the right team from the beginning. Lancaster Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76102
Phone: 817-569-5360

Addiction Recovery Center (ARC)
4525 City Point Drive, North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Phone: 817-569-5750

The Campus (Youth Recovery Campus)
1527 Hemphill Street, Fort Worth, TX 76104

Prevention & Intervention
4200 South Freeway (I-35 W), La Gran Plaza de Fort Worth, Suite 550, Fort Worth, TX 76115
Phone: 817-569-5750

My Health My Resources FAQs

Are MHMR crisis services free?

MHMR states that its crisis programs are available at no cost to the patient. A qualified mental health professional screens each situation to determine the appropriate level of care, which may include mobile crisis intervention, urgent care, crisis respite, residential stabilization, outpatient competency restoration, or referral to another suitable service. The official crisis services page explains the available programs and when emergency medical assistance may be necessary.

Does MHMR offer reduced fees for treatment?

Payment requirements depend on the program, eligibility decision, insurance status, and household circumstances. MHMR publishes a sliding-fee scale and may review income information when determining what an individual is expected to pay. Some services may be funded through Medicaid or private insurance, while others may involve private payment. Applicants should ask for a written explanation of fees, covered services, and possible financial assistance before treatment begins.

Can someone join an IDD group without receiving other MHMR services?

Yes. MHMR coordinates monthly Friendship Groups for women and men age 18 or older who have intellectual or developmental disabilities. Enrollment in another MHMR program is not required. The groups may include health education, quality-of-life topics, community-resource presentations, crafts, games, and social activities. Participation details are available on the official IDD services page.

What happens when an MHMR program has no immediate opening?

Availability varies by service. For certain community-based disability programs, an eligible applicant may be placed on an interest list until funding or space becomes available. While the person waits, staff may identify other programs that could address some immediate needs. Applicants should keep their personal information current because a service coordinator will need to reach them when their name advances on the list. Being placed on an interest list does not guarantee immediate enrollment or confirm final program eligibility.