[Houston, TX] - The Trauma Informed Care Summit organized by the Texas Association of Community Health Centers (TACHC) held at The Westin Houston Medical Center on June 30th, 2023 brought together a vibrant community of change-makers and advocates, resulting in a transformative event that surpassed all expectations. With active audience participation, the summit witnessed 88 attendees from 45 different organizations, reflecting the diversity of perspectives and expertise dedicated to advancing trauma informed care (TIC) across Texas and beyond.
A Community United:
The heart of the TIC Summit lay in the collaboration and shared commitment among the participants. Hailing from 45 different organizations, the audience represented a broad spectrum of healthcare providers, social service agencies, educators, and community-based organizations. Among them were 21 federally qualified health centers, 1 Primary Care Association, and 1 National Training and Technical Assistance Partner (NTTAP), each playing a crucial role in the advancement of trauma informed care.
Engaging Dialogues and Cross-Sector Collaboration:
Throughout the summit, attendees actively participated in engaging dialogues, sharing their experiences, challenges, and successes in implementing TIC within their respective organizations. The cross-sector collaboration enriched the discussions, allowing for the exchange of best practices and innovative ideas that can shape a trauma informed culture across diverse fields.
The Power of Shared Stories and Data:
The summit provided a platform for health center stories and data to take center stage. The real-life experiences shared by Hope Health (Waxahachie, TX) and TACHC’s very own TIC Program highlighted the profound impact of trauma informed care on individuals, families, and communities. This powerful storytelling served as a reminder of the significance of TIC in fostering healing and resilience.
Empowered for Future Endeavors:
The overwhelming sense of community and shared purpose at the TIC Summit empowered participants to return to their organizations with renewed determination. Engaging discussions with leaders in the field, and networking opportunities will undoubtedly shape their future endeavors to promote trauma informed care.
We want to express sincere gratitude for our expert speakers, including:
- Dr. Vincent Felitti, MD (Kaiser Permanente)
- Dr. Scott LePor, DO (Texas Juvenile Justice Department)
- Dr. Sheela Raja, PhD (University of Illinois Chicago)
- Dr. Sommer Howser, LMSW, BSW, RYT
- Dr. Roxana Cruz, MD, FACP (Texas Association of Community Health Centers)
- Dr. Marcqwon Daywalker, MD, DipABLM (Fort Bend Family Health Center, Inc. dba AccessHealth)
- Dr. Rosandra Daywalker, MD, DipABLM, PhD Candidate, WorkSTEPS
- Aimee Rachel, LMSW (Texas Association of Community Health Centers)
- Aniela Z.G. Brown, MSW (Texas Association of Community Health Centers)
- Dr. Paula Cuccaro, PhD (The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston)
- Melissa Allen, RN (Ellis County Coalition for Health Options dba Hope Health)
- Ann Marie Haney, LCSW (Ellis County Coalition for Health Options dba Hope Health)
- Rachel Mauricio (Ellis County Coalition for Health Options dba Hope Health)
- Laura Stone, RN (Ellis County Coalition for Health Options dba Hope Health)
A Vision for the Future:
TACHC is immensely proud of the success achieved during the Trauma Informed Care Summit. This event has reaffirmed our collective vision of trauma information transformation, where health, hope, and healing are within reach for all individuals.
Gratitude and Continued Engagement:
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the 88 attendees, 45 organizations, and our Summit sponsors, including St. David’s Foundation, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Texas, and CPAN (Child Psychiatry Access Network). Your participation, dedication and support were instrumental in making this summit an inspiring and fruitful experience.
Stay Connected:
The conversation initiated during the TIC Summit continues beyond the event. We encourage all participants and partners to remain connected through our social media channels. Together, we will continue to explore ways to advance trauma informed care and nurture a resilient and compassionate society.
About the TACHC TIC Program:
Over the last 40 years, Texas Association of Community Health Centers (TACHC) has been committed to advancing equitable access to quality healthcare in Texas. As the federally designated Primary Care Association for Texas, TACHC supports members to meet the healthcare needs of all patients across urban, rural, and frontier areas. Since 2019, TACHC has been collaborating with Texas health centers to implement the Trauma Informed Care (TIC) Program, as an intervention framework aimed at creating lasting and upstream changes for patients, staff, and communities.
As of June 2023:
- 43% of Texas CHCs across 55 counties have been trained in TIC Transformation
- 121 Texas Health Center Staff are currently engaged as TIC Trainers
- More than 595,173 Patients and 5,416 Staff have potentially been impacted by changes at their health center as a result of TACHC TIC Program participation.
For inquiries, please contact TACHC TIC Program Staff via email tictalk@tachc.org.
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