The Weekend Brief podcast for August 8, 2020

After so many months of isolation and job loss, hundreds of thousands of Texans, like Anna Garza, are just trying to stay afloat — financially and emotionally. Garza has anxiety and depression and could be facing eviction from her Weslaco rental after losing her job.

In the weekend edition of The Brief podcast, hear her story and why she never believed things could get this difficult.

How to get help

Texas COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line: 833-986-1919

National Alliance on Mental Illness Texas: 512-693-2000

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Helpline: 800-662-4357

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