Healthy Children. Strong Families. A Healthier Brownsville.
Protecting children also means supporting their physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
The City of Brownsville Department of Health, Wellness & Animal Services works with families throughout the community to provide education, prevention, wellness resources, and connections to services that help children grow and thrive.
Through the Child Safety Fund, the Department can strengthen its efforts to bring health and wellness resources directly into the community while helping families identify and access support when they need it.
How We're Protecting Children
Mental Health & Wellness
Expanding awareness of mental-health resources and helping children and families connect with appropriate support and services.
Mobile & Community-Based Outreach
Bringing education, wellness resources, screenings, referrals, and prevention information closer to the neighborhoods and families who need them.
Maternal & Child Health
Supporting families from pregnancy through childhood with education and resources related to nutrition, breastfeeding, parenting, physical activity, and healthy development.
Prevention & Education
Providing families with practical information that can help prevent injuries, promote healthy behaviors, and identify potential risks affecting children.
Community Resource Connections
Helping families navigate available health, wellness, and community resources through stronger referral systems and partnerships.
Upcoming Events
Brownsville Metro will participate in community outreach activities designed to promote pedestrian, bicycle, transit, and roadway safety.
UPCOMING EVENT - Learn More →
Prevention Begins with Information
When parents and caregivers have access to trusted information, preventive services, and community resources, they are better equipped to help children stay healthy and safe. Together, we are building healthier families and a stronger Brownsville.
Safe Today. Strong Tomorrow. Protecting our future together.