Maimonides Health is set to receive three grants totaling more than $17 million from various entities to enhance critical behavioral health services in Brooklyn, as part of Governor Kathy Hochul's $1 billion initiative to tackle the state's mental health crisis.
Governor Hochul's $1 billion initiative aims to address the mental health crisis in New York State. The grants will help Maimonides Health establish a Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) and an inpatient adolescent unit, catering to the pressing needs of the community.
According to OMH's State of Mental Health Report, a significant portion of the population in New York City faces mental health challenges, emphasizing the crucial need for expanded services. Dr. Abraham M. Taub emphasizes the importance of alleviating suffering and providing vital support to the community.
Maimonides received $6 million from OMH to implement the CPEP, part of a larger state funding allocation for nine hospitals. These programs act as key entry points for individuals requiring behavioral health crisis intervention, offering triage, treatment, and referral services in a specialized and dedicated environment.
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