Texas Silver Haired Legislature

Dr. Mary Parish graduated from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in 1986 and served her residency in Amarillo Tx.  With her husband’s interest in rural Ministry with the Christian Church Disciples of Christ, she moved frenquently and served as a physician in a number of small towns.  She has served on the Texas Medical Association Committee on access and distribution (of Physicians) and also on the Committee on Primary Care.  She has been involved in a number of charitable organizations including serving as a physician locally for Health for All.

In 2024 she joined the Texas Silver Haired Legislature, whose focus is to help older Texans lead healthier, safer, happier, and more independent lives. They provide information and advocacy to the Texas Legislature that has helped mold laws affecting seniors, for over 40 years.