Members of a Taylor family have a roof over their heads thanks to a program sponsored through Williamson County Emergency Medical Services, officials said.
The “Community Health Program” works to support residents by addressing not only health-related challenges, but social and environmental issues as well, officials added.
The Sanchez family had been living in a tent when CHP provided a helping hand coordinating the donation and delivery of a travel trailer, providing them with a safe and stable shelter, according to a release.
“This effort shows how partnerships and community support can make a real difference in people’s lives,” said Amy Jarosek, clinical commander. “By working together, we were able to help provide a safer and more stable living situation for this family.”
The medical service partnered with Operation Texas Strong to donate the travel trailer to the family. It had been in Weatherford but was transported to Taylor at no cost with the help of SAS Towing, organizers said.
CHP helps reduce reliance on emergency services while improving long-term outcomes by connecting individuals and families with available resources, county officials added.
The team includes specially trained paramedics and EMTs who work with patients, families and healthcare providers to address chronic physical and mental health conditions.
Patients receive in-home visits and navigation services geared to increase health literacy, reduce health disparities among vulnerable populations and improve overall chronic-disease management, according to a county statement.
