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If you don't know about CCBHCs and the importance of this model to the future of agencies like Compass Health, take a moment to to follow and look at the materials provided by Fourfront Contributor in their advocacy work around this systems change. Adopting this model is critical to ensure we have the financial sustainability to serve those most in need in our region!

Check out our latest policy brief on solutions for sustainable crisis and acute behavioral health services for children and youth--a small investment by all can generate a major impact for those needing it most.

Are you a youth or the parent or caregiver of a youth? Do you have lived experience with the public behavioral health system, including CMHs and their providers? Are you a behavioral health service provider in Michigan? The Michigan Department of Health & Human Services would love to hear your feedback. Complete the brief survey here: https://bit.ly/47ggKsE Your input may help inform: -State policy or program changes. -Best practice to engage with children, families, and providers. -Guidance for and understanding of service eligibility and access. -How to strengthen partnerships between children, families, and service providers.

Join the conversation on mental health advocacy! 🌟 Let's work together to ensure all Vermonters have access to the quality care they deserve. #APAAdvocacy #MentalHealthMatters

If you're working in social service, social justice, a health equity organization, health care or other related field, and faith communities, this 6-week Spiritual Care Companion Continuing Education Program may be just for you! #VCUCHP #vcupatientcounseling #vcuspiritualcare #continuingeducation

Today at 1 p.m. ET, we, along w/ the Center for Policing Equity, will host a webinar on how alternative first responder models can support youth in crisis & how jurisdictions are prioritizing support for youth w/ behavioral health needs. Register: https://lnkd.in/eTUM5mgU

Learn about The Evolving Needs of Youth and Families Receiving Public Behavioral Health Care amidst the Behavioral Health Crisis presented by New Jersey Department of Children and Families Mollie Greene, MA, CADC, Assistant Commissioner, Children’s System of Care and Diana Salvador, PsyD, Clinical Director at #NJAMHAA2024SpringConference on April 10, 2024. The New Jersey Children's System of Care in the Department of Children and Families is the public behavioral health system for youth, young adults and their families, and has provided a robust continuum of prevention services, treatment and support for youth, young adults, and families for more than 20 years. Challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, behavioral health crisis and national staffing shortage have given rise to unprecedented difficulties in meeting the needs of youth and their families. This presentation will highlight trends in needs and utilization, pre- and post-pandemic, for individuals engaged in the public healthcare system. The presenters will examine the gaps and opportunities to refine and enhance services and supports. At the end of this session, attendees will be able to: ➡Define services and supports offered to youth and families through the New Jersey Children's System of Care. ➡Describe trends and evolving needs of youth and families accessing services in the New Jersey Children's System of Care. ➡Explain current needs of high-risk youth and families in New Jersey to guide individual and system prevention and intervention efforts. For more information or to register, visit njamhaa.org/frame-2817 #behavioralhealthcare #behavioralhealth #newjersey #prepandemic #postpandemic #covid19

“For New Yorkers who have some of the most complex health and social needs, a range of personalized care options is needed to achieve long-term stability,” said Tracy Perrizo, New York City Program Officer. Helmsley is working with organizations across the city’s healthcare ecosystem to ensure New Yorkers with complex health needs have access to the care they require. This includes a three-year pilot program – funded by a $2.3M Helmsley grant – with the INSTITUTE FOR COMMUNITY LIVING, INC that will design, implement, and evaluate a step-down model for individuals who would benefit from mental health support but no longer require an intensive model of care. We are also working with New Destiny Housing Corporation to improve housing and health stability for domestic violence survivors and their families. These are just a few of the projects we have undertaken to prioritize access to #mentalhealth resources for New Yorkers. Read more about our behavioral health grantmaking here: https://lnkd.in/gGD_z5sG. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

🏙️ Dive into the latest city issues! 📊 Just in: AWC's new State of the Cities report examines the evolving cityscape, shedding light on shifts in public safety, criminal justice, and behavioral health systems. Look at the challenges, explore solutions, and learn from city experiences. 📑 Read the report: https://lnkd.in/g7dKB95N #CityInsights #StateOfTheCities #WAcities

Witnessing the recent incident where two police officers were caught beating a 16-year-old is deeply troubling. This event underscores the urgent need to address disparities in how different communities are treated by law enforcement. As someone with a background in public health and mental health advocacy, I understand that such traumatic experiences can have long-lasting impacts on the mental well-being of young individuals and communities. The trauma from such encounters can lead to increased stress, anxiety, and mistrust in authorities, which perpetuates a cycle of fear and inequality. We need to advocate for comprehensive mental health support for those affected by these traumatic events and push for systemic changes that address the root causes of these disparities. By raising awareness and promoting policies that ensure equitable treatment, we can work towards a future where all individuals, regardless of their background, feel safe and supported. In public health, it’s crucial to address these systemic issues head-on. Let’s continue to work together to promote justice, mental well-being, and equity for all. https://lnkd.in/gMZJUg_e