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to health equity and disparities among individuals
from different cultural backgrounds. Our cultural
competency training initiative allows us to deliver
person-centered care that improves a client’s care
experience and leads to better health outcomes.
As we anticipate and respond to shifts in the healthcare
landscape, we look for collaborative opportunities
within the community that create the greatest
benefits for clients. In continuing to advance health
equity for underserved communities, Integral Care
recently partnered with the Dell Medical School at
the University of Texas at Austin and Huston-Tillotson
University to bring Dr. William Lawson to Austin as an
advisor and faculty member. Dr. Lawson, an expert
in health disparities among minority populations,

Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, along with

also manages the Sandra Joy Anderson Community

provisions within the Affordable Care Act, establish

Health and Wellness Center. The center, operated

parity requirements for most insurance policies and

by our partner, CommUnityCare, offers integrated

move us closer to a more equitable model of care.

behavioral and primary health care to students and
the community. Collaboration can be a positive

In closing, we’re thrilled to report that others

catalyst for change. We are proud to partner with

have acknowledged the importance of accessible

these institutions and look forward to the benefits this

mental healthcare and the benefits it creates for

collaboration will bring to our city.

all. Recent years have seen increased investments

Integral Care doesn’t operate in a bubble.
As we work to better serve our clients,
improve our systems and respond to the

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