Perla Cavazos

Believe in kindness & public service. Passionate about Latinx & women’s issues, health care, social justice and finding my zen.

[Mayor Kirk Watson @KirkPWatson]

Today, the Travis County Commissioners Court gave final approval for Central Health’s FY27 budget.

This is a historic investment and a huge step in our community's ability to break the cycle of homelessness for those experiencing mental and behavioral health issues and realize transformative improvements in brain health for Austin and Travis County.  I thank both Central Health and Travis County for working with us.

This joint effort between the healthcare district, Travis County, and the City of Austin helps address longstanding gaps in our behavioral health system by advancing No Wrong Door, a regional effort to better coordinate emergency response, case management, and care, and invests in a comprehensive Mental Health Crisis Care Center.

Central Health’s budget commits $127.5 million toward mental and behavioral health care, including $54 million in new revenue to fund immediate crisis intervention and long-term comprehensive brain health care.

➡️ No Wrong Door - $33.1 million invested in 32 new psychiatric beds at Dell Seton Medical Center for complex, high-acuity cases who currently have no place to go for stabilization and care, and $4.9M in new dollars to establish and expand local crisis and recovery care resources.

➡️ Mental Health Crisis Care Center - $16 million, with $3 million going to the Sobering Center, for the planning and future operation of a comprehensive crisis care center, a project in development with Central Health, Travis County, Integral Care and other community partners.

➡️ Psychiatric Emergency Services- $400,000 for additional Psychiatric Emergency Services provided by Integral Care.

Today’s approval of these investments demonstrates a shared commitment to a goal of ending an expensive cycle and giving vulnerable people a real chance at stability. It's a significant step, but there is more to do.

Read more: https://t.co/Va9vw8Ore0

[Perla Cavazos @perla_tx]

@petegallego How devastating for the business owners. Hope no one was physically harmed. Thank you Alpine firefighters. 🙏🏽

[Perla Cavazos @perla_tx]

I’m so happy Rose & Regina and Joe’s Bakery are getting the recognition they deserve. I love this place! And this is a great CBS piece on the family restaurant.

[CBS Saturday Morning @cbssaturday]

Joe's Bakery is a Tex-Mex mecca in Austin, Texas that has been serving locals since 1962. Recently, the eatery has attracted attention nationwide, after receiving one of hospitality's highest honors. @Brook stopped by to meet the women behind the family-run business on #TheDish.

[Perla Cavazos @perla_tx]

@GinaForAustin @PPFA @DonnaHowardTX @SherylCole1 @VikkiGoodwinTX @BucyForTexas @Ana_Ramon89 @celestequesada @GloriaVeraBedo1 💪🏽great night raising money for critical health care services! Thanks for your support!

[Gina Hinojosa @GinaHinojosaTX]

Beautiful “Night Under the Stars” w/fierce supporters of our rights over our bodies & ⁦@PPFA⁩

⁦@DonnaHowardTX⁩ ⁦@SherylCole1⁩ ⁦@VikkiGoodwinTX⁩ ⁦@BucyForTexas⁩ ⁦@Ana_Ramon89⁩ ⁦@perla_tx⁩ ⁦@celestequesada⁩ ⁦@GloriaVeraBedo1⁩

[Perla Cavazos @perla_tx]

@VanessaForATX @CMChitoVela @ClasicoMariachi Happy birthday day @VanessaForATX and @CMChitoVela - and thanks for all you do to help our Austin families! 💪🏽

[Central Health @CentralHealthTX]

We're committed to making a difference in the lives of our patients and the community.

Find and apply for jobs with the Central Health Enterprise (Central Health, CommunityCare and Sendero) ➡️ https://t.co/1RImgu6Qgt

[CommUnityCareTX @CommUnityCareTX]

#NationalDoctorsDay honors the professionals for their dedication and contributions to society and the communities they serve. Special thanks to our amazing CommUnityCare doctors for all they do to provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients across Central Texas!

[Central Health @CentralHealthTX]

Today we recognize #CesarChávez Day of Action - a federal commemorative holiday, celebrated to honor the enduring legacy of the American labor rights hero.

#sisepuede #publichealth #rights #humanrights #civilrights #holiday

[Perla Cavazos @perla_tx]

@mclarkmadison @AustinChronicle @CentralHealthTX Welcome! Excited to have you on our team!

[Perla Cavazos @perla_tx]

@lukemetzger I got the same message.

[Perla Cavazos @perla_tx]

@AndyBrownATX Happy birthday! Hope you did something extra special for the 5-0.

[George for Constable @George4TCCPct4]

Please Share! 1000 Turkeys complete with pies and Sides. Drive Through, while supplies last.

[CommUnityCareTX @CommUnityCareTX]

SAVE THE DATE: GivingTuesday is November 29! We’re proud to be a part of this global celebration of giving. Learn more about Giving Tuesday here: https://t.co/36945FgPaw. #GivingTuesday

[CommUnityCareTX @CommUnityCareTX]

Amid an increase in respiratory illness among children in Central Texas, CommUnityCare Health Centers is expanding capacity and hours to see pediatric patients. To make a same-day appointment, please call 512.744.6000 or visit us at https://t.co/qop090XTv8

[CommUnityCareTX @CommUnityCareTX]

Election day is next week! Stop by a CommUnityCare health center today to grab your nonpartisan voter guide, published by the League of Women Voters, for this year’s election.

[Gina Hinojosa @GinaHinojosaTX]

On 11/1- Día de los Muertos- there will be a "Marcha de los Niños" at the Capitol in ATX as part of a statewide vigil. In honor of the 21 lives lost at Robb Elementary, we demand a minimum age requirement of 21 for all assault-style rifle purchases. 21 por 21.

[CommUnityCareTX @CommUnityCareTX]

Recently, there has been an increase in young people in Central Texas overdosing on #Fentanyl. What you may not know is that many of the victims had no idea they were taking fentanyl. To learn about how to avoid Fentanyl and keep your family safe, visit https://t.co/NFvffYGJ2O

[Perla Cavazos @perla_tx]

It is an honor to be be recognized. Thank you 🙏🏽

[HABLA ATX @HABLAATX]

HABLA is lifting up & celebrating our local Latino Leaders during #HispanicHeritageMonth2022

Gracias @perla_tx Perla Cavazos & Andre Delareza for your continued leadership, representation,voices, advocacy, impact & commitment to our community! We celebrate you! #HABLAconORGULLO

[Perla Cavazos @perla_tx]

Thank you!

[Central Health @CentralHealthTX]

What an honor for @perla_tx , our esteemed Deputy Administrator!