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About Healthier Texas
Healthier Texas is a nonprofit empowering Texans to lead healthier lives by building healthier communities through connection, education, and action.
Healthier Texas is a nonprofit committed to addressing health needs across the state of Texas. We’re working to reduce the risk of preventable diseases while improving health outcomes for Texans. Together we will build healthier communities—Together we thrive!
Our Why: Building a Healthier Texas
Unhealthy has become our new normal.
More than two-thirds of Texas adults and one-third of Texas children are overweight or obese. The situation has led to epidemics of preventable chronic diseases that erode our quality of life while piling on billions in associated healthcare costs. The worsening health crisis is one that we cannot afford and have limited time to fix. Yet, the causes are so complex and widespread that no single intervention will reverse it.
At Healthier Texas, we recognize that solving the health crisis requires a collaborative, multilayered approach that addresses the individual, organizational, community and policy factors that influence the extent to which people have access and opportunities to lead healthier lives.
The good news is that there is a growing movement of people, organizations, and institutions dedicated to promoting healthier lives and communities. We exist to champion that movement. By uniting and mobilizing our collective efforts, we can create a thriving future for our families, our communities, and our state.
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Our Mission
Healthier Texas is a nonprofit empowering Texans to lead healthier lives by building healthier communities through connection, education, and action.
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Our Team
Staff
Alex Aleman
Constituent Database Manager
Aidee Campos
Program Manager (Tarrant County)
Amelia Carnagey
Senior Program Director (Marketing & Education)
Liliana Bonilla
Program Manager (Community Engagement)
Bethany Hubbard
Community Health Educator
Lonnicia Maxwell
Senior Vice President of Operations
Brittani McGrew
Community Health Educator
Coco Plunkett
Senior Program Director (Constituent Events & Programs)
Lia Rains
Vice President of Client Success
Karen Rivera
Community Health Educator (Tarrant County)
Asawar Sajid
Accountant
John Waterman
Website Administrator
Jamie Williams
Chief Executive Officer
Our Services
Healthier Texas is a nonprofit committed to addressing health needs across the state of Texas. We’re working to reduce the risk of preventable diseases while improving health outcomes for Texans. Together we will build healthier communities—Together we thrive!
Health Coaching
Health coaching assistance is just a call, text, or video chat away. Available in English and Spanish, our certified health coaches provide personalized, one-on-one support OR virtual and in-person group support to help you set and achieve health goals, establish and maintain healthier habits, and prevent and manage chronic conditions.
Community Challenge
The Community Challenge is back, and it’s all about showing up for your health alongside people across Texas! This year, the Challenge will run February 2 – March 29.Whether you’re joining solo, with friends or coworkers, or as part of a larger community, this Challenge is a chance to build healthier habits, stay motivated, and feel supported along the way. No perfection required. Just real effort, real people, and progress you can feel.
Healthier Texas Summit
The Healthier Texas Summit is an annual event, where thought leaders and health champions, gather to connect, share innovative ideas, and cultivate cross-sector relationships essential for building a healthier Texas.
Health + Healing Hubs
At Healthier Texas, we understand that staying healthy isn’t always easy. That is why we have partnered with local community leaders, faith based organizations, and Texas Health Resources to bring services and support right to where you live, work, and worship.
Health Education Resources
Healthier Texas works to build healthier lives and healthier communities across Texas through interactive programming and educational materials. We encourage you to utilize our health education materials as a resource and as personal support throughout your health journey.
Free Fitness Classes
Healthier Texas offers free fitness classes to all Texans and all fitness levels! Formats include Zumba, yoga, MixxedFit and more. Classes are available in English and Spanish.
Stay Connected
We use social media to share resources, tools, and information to help you, your family, and your friends live healthy lives. It’s also a great way to join and connect with a growing network of Texans committed to making living healthy easier in our great state!
