How can we foster resilience in ourselves and our children to help them navigate and stand strong against bullying in schools? In 2014,the federal government released its first official definition of bullying. According to the CDC, bullying can take four main forms: physical, verbal, relational/social, and damage to personal property.[1] …
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Marketplace Open Enrollment 2026
Marketplace Open Enrollment begins November 1, 2025, and continues through January 15, 2026. Lone Star Circle of Care will offer in-person application and enrollment assistance at multiple locations with extended hours to better serve you. Reserve your appointment now by calling 512 -614-0074. LSCC will not have benefit appointments on: November…
Kei’s Story: From Instinct to Treatment on the Big Pink Bus
This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, trust your instincts and get screened. That’s exactly what Kei did, and it saved her life. Kei had just relocated to Texas from Illinois, newly married and full of hope for a fresh start. With her husband and her 9-year-old son by her side, she…
Dine Out for Early Detection
This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we're teaming up with some beloved restaurants to help the mission of the Big Pink Bus. Each participating restaurant listed will donate a portion of their proceeds to support breast cancer screening and awareness. Just mention the Big Pink Bus at checkout (or use the provided codes…
Big Pink Bus Honor Wall Travels in Tribute
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Lone Star Circle of Care (LSCC) invites the Central Texas community to participate in a heartfelt tribute through its Honor Wall. This visual display is traveling with the Big Pink Bus throughout October, honoring those impacted by breast cancer. Since its launch in…
Wellness Wednesday: Healthy Lunches for Back to School
Lunch plays an important role in supporting energy levels through the second half of the school day and is especially important for students involved in after school activities. Below are some tips to eat healthier throughout the day. If you pack lunch for your child: Packing a lunch can be…
Early Childhood Development: A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
In the brain of a developing infant and toddler, studies suggest that images are a primary and significant language of the brain. In other words, we are wired at the start of our lives to process visual cues and visual information. For parents and caregivers, this gives us opportunities to…
Wellness Wednesday: The Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet is ranked as the number one best diet of 2025 based on the U.S. News & World Report. It has been shown to improve chronic conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes and inflammatory and autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. Additionally, it can help prevent…
Introducing The Big Pink Benefit
Lone Star Circle of Care is excited to launch the Big Pink Benefit, a brand-new community fundraising event dedicated to supporting the Big Pink Bus and breast cancer awareness. Can’t make it? You can also fundraise online, individually or as a team. All proceeds of the Big Pink Benefit will support the…
Wellness Wednesday: Diabetes Guidance at Your Fingertips
Diabetes can best be managed with the help of a multidisciplinary team. Diabetes self-management education, provided by a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, is structured around The Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists’ (ADCES) seven self-care behaviors. This helps individuals with diabetes improve and manage their diabetes, while empowering…