Friends of the Austin State Hospital

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Friends of the Austin State Hospital

A nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the of life of patients at Austin State Hospital

Opened in 1861 to its first patients, ASH has been providing psychiatric services to the citizens of Texas for 150 years.

08/17/2025

🎨 Love Art? Believe in the Power of Healing Through Creativity?

Join us in bringing the Insights Art Show, a powerful annual event showcasing artwork created by patients at Austin State Hospital, to life!

We’re looking for passionate, creative, and community minded volunteers to join the Insights Art Show Committee. Whether you have experience with event planning, an eye for design, or simply a heart for mental health advocacy we’d love to have you on the team.

📩 Interested? Visit https://www.friendsofash.org/ to learn more.

08/15/2025

As the long days fade and routines return, remember:

You don’t have to leave behind the moments that grounded you or bring your joy!
Looking for a way to stay connected in the community?

Head to our website/link in bio to check out possible volunteer opportunities:https://www.friendsofash.org/

08/13/2025

💙 We are happy to introduce Dr. Al Jones, one of our newest board members for Friends of ASH!

A lifelong advocate for healing, creativity, and community, Dr. Jones brings a legacy of compassion, leadership, and service to his role. From volunteering at Austin State Hospital as a teen to pioneering therapeutic art initiatives and mentoring future counselors, his commitment runs deep.

➡️ Head to the link in our bio to learn more about Dr. Jones and other board members.

08/10/2025

📚💛 Back to School, Mental Health in Mind 💛📚

As students, parents, and teachers head into a new school year, it’s important to remember:
👉 New routines can be exciting and overwhelming
👉 Transitions may bring up stress, anxiety, or uncertainty
👉 Mental health matters — in and out of the classroom

Let’s normalize checking in with ourselves and others.

Let’s make space for rest, support, and connection.

This school year, let’s lead with compassion — for our kids, our educators, and ourselves. 💙

08/08/2025

💙 We are happy to introduce Hailey Hoffman, one of our newest board members for Friends of ASH!

Hailey brings a wealth of experience and a deep appreciation for community. She is passionate about using her digital media expertise to amplify causes that support individuals living with mental illness.

➡️ Head to the link in our bio to learn more about Hailey and other board members.

08/06/2025

💙 Deep Gratitude to the Staff at Austin State Hospital 💙
Today, we pause to recognize and thank the incredible staff at Austin State Hospital. From nurses and doctors to support teams, therapists, volunteers, and everyone behind the scenes—your compassion, resilience, and unwavering dedication do not go unnoticed.
In a field that often asks so much and gives so little recognition, you show up with strength, empathy, and heart every single day. You bring care to those in their most vulnerable moments. You create connection, dignity, and healing in a space that needs it most.

Thank you for making a difference, one life at a time.
Your impact reaches far beyond the walls of the hospital—and we are grateful for each and every one of you. 💛

08/05/2025

Thanks to a group of volunteers from , staff at the Austin State Hospital got a special note thanking and recognizing them for their dedication. Over 200+ notes were created and distributed during a hospital-wide celebration.

Looking for ways to give back?

Contact the community relations department on ways to get involved supporting mental health

https://www.friendsofash.org/Contact-Us

07/24/2025

✨ Today is International Self-Care Day, a time to commit to your wellbeing. Self-care looks different for everyone, and there’s no one right way to practice it. For some, it might mean:

• Turning off notifications
• Journaling or meditating
• Taking a walk outside
• Getting enough sleep

What’s your go-to self-care practice? Share with us below 💙

07/22/2025

🧠 World Brain Day reminds us how mental and neurological health are deeply connected. At Friends of ASH, we believe brain care IS healthcare.

Learn more about how we support brain health through compassionate and evidence-based care via https://www.friendsofash.org/ / link-in-bio

07/17/2025

Mental health is healthcare 🧠

We often applaud perseverance and grit, celebrating those who “power through” life’s challenges with unflinching resolve. But somewhere along the way, we’ve internalized the dangerous myth that strength lies in ignoring mental pain, that if our bodies are functioning, we must be fine. Yet, what happens when the wound is invisible, when the ache isn’t in the muscles but in the mind?

🔗 Keep reading our recent blog about physical vs. mental health via LINK https://www.friendsofash.org/blog/beyond-mind-over-matter-why-mental-health-is-just-as-important-as-physical-health

07/14/2025

🤔 Interested in donating or getting involved with Friends of ASH? There are many ways to support our mission: donate, volunteer, spread the word. Every action counts.

Explore how YOU can get plugged in → https://www.friendsofash.org/How-You-Can-Help

07/11/2025

💛 Kindness Can Change a Life

Today is , a reminder that even a simple gesture can uplift someone who’s struggling. Many facing mental health challenges also battle loneliness.

Make a call. Send a text. Invite a friend. Let someone know they are not alone!

Learn more about our mission at Friends of ASH via our website.

Address

4110 Guadalupe Street
Austin, TX
78751

Telephone

+15124192330

Website

http://www.friendsofash.org/, https://www.austincoolart.com/

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