Fourteen-Year-Old Avery Colvert Becomes Youngest Recipient of TIME100 Impact AwardAvery Colvert founded a recovery fund for wildfire victims, showcasing the impactful change one young person can make in their community.
Elected officials and mental health advocates gather in Elmhurst to celebrate restoration of mental health funding - Jackson Heights PostFunding restoration for Mental Health Clubhouses ensures continued support for New Yorkers with serious mental illnesses and preserves vital community-based mental health services.
Coney Island Gets New Trauma Recovery CenterTrauma recovery centers provide essential services for underserved crime victims, improving various outcomes and increasing community safety.
MacKenzie Scott donates $640 million, with $137 million going to California nonprofitsNonprofit received double the expected donation amount from MacKenzie ScottFunds will be used to expand housing and mental health services for vulnerable youth.
Mental Health Clinics Coming to Several BK Public SchoolsInvesting in student mental health through school-based clinics can provide crucial support and create healthier communities.
Fourteen-Year-Old Avery Colvert Becomes Youngest Recipient of TIME100 Impact AwardAvery Colvert founded a recovery fund for wildfire victims, showcasing the impactful change one young person can make in their community.
Elected officials and mental health advocates gather in Elmhurst to celebrate restoration of mental health funding - Jackson Heights PostFunding restoration for Mental Health Clubhouses ensures continued support for New Yorkers with serious mental illnesses and preserves vital community-based mental health services.
Coney Island Gets New Trauma Recovery CenterTrauma recovery centers provide essential services for underserved crime victims, improving various outcomes and increasing community safety.
MacKenzie Scott donates $640 million, with $137 million going to California nonprofitsNonprofit received double the expected donation amount from MacKenzie ScottFunds will be used to expand housing and mental health services for vulnerable youth.
Mental Health Clinics Coming to Several BK Public SchoolsInvesting in student mental health through school-based clinics can provide crucial support and create healthier communities.
David J. Johns Won't Stop Fighting for Queer Black YouthDavid J. Johns emphasizes the importance of equity for Black LGBTQ+ individuals while fostering empowerment through advocacy and cultural-competency education.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.3 weeks agoHow to Help the Victims and First Responders of the DC Air Disaster - WashingtonianCommunity support is mobilized for families and first responders affected by the tragic midair crash in the Potomac River.
'You need to be very, very ill now to get into hospital' - leading psychiatrist warns Ireland's mental health services in 'dire state of neglect'Mental health services in Ireland face significant funding cuts, resulting in a worsening state of care that needs urgent government intervention.
Did Kitsap Mental Health Services suffer a breach of patient data?A data breach involving Kitsap Mental Health Services raises serious concerns over cybersecurity and patient data protection.
New cash for job centres in plan to boost workforceThe UK government is implementing significant reforms to increase employment rates and support struggling individuals to find jobs.
A healthcare company in Florida has hit a financial wall. What that means for patientsWellpath Holdings has declared bankruptcy due to over $644 million in debt, affecting mental health service delivery in multiple states.
San Jose advocates to meet with hospital officials on expansion plans - San Jose SpotlightSan Jose residents succeeded in advocating for community benefits in the $1.2 billion Good Samaritan Hospital expansion proposal.
A healthcare company in Florida has hit a financial wall. What that means for patientsWellpath Holdings has declared bankruptcy due to over $644 million in debt, affecting mental health service delivery in multiple states.
San Jose advocates to meet with hospital officials on expansion plans - San Jose SpotlightSan Jose residents succeeded in advocating for community benefits in the $1.2 billion Good Samaritan Hospital expansion proposal.
Starmer pledges 3.5m for veterans facing homelessnessThe government is allocating more funds to support homeless veterans, ensuring they have access to housing and mental health services.
Fines are still piling up for New Hampshire 'Diaper Spa'The Diaper Spa's owner, Dr. Colleen Murphy, faces $17,500 in fines for unlicensed advertising of mental health services in New Hampshire.
Palm Springs LGBTQ+ group's CEO accused of stealing nearly $1 million in public fundsCEO Jacob Rostovsky of Queer Works has been charged with stealing $940,000 from public funds intended for LGBTQ+ support services.
Trans-affirming non-profit in engulfed in financial scandal - LGBTQ NationAllegations against Queer Works involve significant financial mismanagement, raising concerns over the misuse of grants intended for supporting TGI+ individuals.
FCC now requires georouting for wireless calls to 988, the National Suicide Prevention HotlineThe FCC mandates georouting for 988 Lifeline calls to improve the effectiveness of suicide prevention services.
California Promises to Cut Maternal Mortality in Half by 2026 | KQEDThe 'Strong Start & Beyond' initiative focuses on enhancing maternal health and addressing healthcare distrust in marginalized communities.
OPINION: A strong workforce is the key to solving Oregon's mental health and addiction crisisThe primary solution to the mental health care crisis is to hire more providers to meet growing demand.
California Promises to Cut Maternal Mortality in Half by 2026 | KQEDThe 'Strong Start & Beyond' initiative focuses on enhancing maternal health and addressing healthcare distrust in marginalized communities.
OPINION: A strong workforce is the key to solving Oregon's mental health and addiction crisisThe primary solution to the mental health care crisis is to hire more providers to meet growing demand.
To Fight Homelessness, San Francisco Is Ramping Up Sweeps. Aaron Peskin Has Another Plan | KQEDSan Francisco faces a homelessness crisis with over 8,000 individuals in need and insufficient shelter beds available.
Violence and Disorder in New York's Mental Health SheltersMental health shelters struggle to provide adequate services to residentsViolence and disorder are common in mental health shelters
What you need to know about Prop 1 ahead of California primary electionProposition 1 in California aims to allocate significant funds for supportive housing, veterans, and mental health services.The proposition faces criticism for potentially undermining the existing Mental Health Services Act in the state.
To Fight Homelessness, San Francisco Is Ramping Up Sweeps. Aaron Peskin Has Another Plan | KQEDSan Francisco faces a homelessness crisis with over 8,000 individuals in need and insufficient shelter beds available.
Violence and Disorder in New York's Mental Health SheltersMental health shelters struggle to provide adequate services to residentsViolence and disorder are common in mental health shelters
What you need to know about Prop 1 ahead of California primary electionProposition 1 in California aims to allocate significant funds for supportive housing, veterans, and mental health services.The proposition faces criticism for potentially undermining the existing Mental Health Services Act in the state.
You don't have to be in crisis to seek mental health care, Team USA psychologist says. Here's why he's championing mental wellness checkupsChildren's dental visits are crucial for developing lifelong healthy habits and relationships with healthcare professionals.
A new, more expansive plan is on the table for Boston's brutalist Hurley buildingFocus on housing, mental health services, historic preservation, and commercial vitality in downtown Boston superblock redevelopment.
Can AI help fill the therapist shortage? Mental health apps show promise and pitfallsAI-powered chatbots like Woebot are being used to address the shortage of therapists and increase accessibility to mental health services.The effectiveness of chatbots in providing mental health support varies, with some potentially offering harmful advice.
New York City's first mental health report shows inequities in treatment access despite overall improvement | amNewYorkNew Yorkers facing challenges accessing mental health services despite overall post-pandemic mental health improvements.
Can AI help fill the therapist shortage? Mental health apps show promise and pitfallsAI-powered chatbots like Woebot are being used to address the shortage of therapists and increase accessibility to mental health services.The effectiveness of chatbots in providing mental health support varies, with some potentially offering harmful advice.
New York City's first mental health report shows inequities in treatment access despite overall improvement | amNewYorkNew Yorkers facing challenges accessing mental health services despite overall post-pandemic mental health improvements.
Patrick McGorry urges government to move faster on mental health after federal budget boostInvestment in youth mental health services in the federal budget is welcomed, but urgency in reforms is needed to address the crisis.
Silicon Valley schools stuck paying for wellness centers - San Jose SpotlightFunding challenges threaten the sustainability of wellness centers in Santa Clara County schools.
Mental health services key to preventing violent crimes, says KhanCuts to mental health services contribute to violent crimes, preventable with proper treatment and addressing root causes.
Eating disorders are not a choice, they are a disease I wish more people knew how treatable they are | Xavier MulengaAnorexia nervosa is a serious psychiatric illness that can involve food restriction, distorted weight perception, and severe physical consequences.Family members often struggle with frustration when dealing with a loved one's eating disorder, which may stem from a lack of understanding about the nature of the disease.
I am resigning from the Tory party and joining Labour: only it wants to restore our NHSStruggling to balance roles: MP and frontline mental health doctor amidst NHS crisis.
Serious care failings were a factor in son killing his father, coroner in Wales rulesSerious failings in care led to a tragic outcome for a man with schizophrenia, highlighting inadequacies in mental health services.
City Council Says They've Found an Extra $6B For FY25 BudgetThe New York City Council found $6.15 billion in resources for the 2025 fiscal year to reverse mayor's cuts.Budget includes $1.63 billion to restore funding for key services and $1.32 billion for affordable housing and mental health services.
NYC Council outlines budget response to fund library services, free 3K programsThe New York City Council proposed funding restoration for essential programs like 3K and mental health services.The budget responds to Mayor Eric Adams' concerns by identifying additional tax revenue to support critical initiatives like libraries and Pre-K programs.
City Council Says They've Found an Extra $6B For FY25 BudgetThe New York City Council found $6.15 billion in resources for the 2025 fiscal year to reverse mayor's cuts.Budget includes $1.63 billion to restore funding for key services and $1.32 billion for affordable housing and mental health services.
NYC Council outlines budget response to fund library services, free 3K programsThe New York City Council proposed funding restoration for essential programs like 3K and mental health services.The budget responds to Mayor Eric Adams' concerns by identifying additional tax revenue to support critical initiatives like libraries and Pre-K programs.
Accused Subway Shover Found Little Help in New York's Chaotic SheltersSpecialized homeless shelters for mentally ill in NYC are not effectively addressing residents' psychological issues.Mental health services in these shelters are offered sporadically, leading to episodes of violence, disorder, and preventable harm.
Tension, distrust, anxiety pervade UCLA : 'Everywhere you turn there's a security guard'The UCLA campus community is overwhelmed and anxious due to recent protests, violence, and a strike, leaving many students struggling to balance academics with unfolding events.
Accused Subway Shover Found Little Help in New York's Chaotic SheltersSpecialized homeless shelters for mentally ill in NYC are not effectively addressing residents' psychological issues.Mental health services in these shelters are offered sporadically, leading to episodes of violence, disorder, and preventable harm.
Tension, distrust, anxiety pervade UCLA : 'Everywhere you turn there's a security guard'The UCLA campus community is overwhelmed and anxious due to recent protests, violence, and a strike, leaving many students struggling to balance academics with unfolding events.
Election season got you down? This crisis line is soothing LGBTQ+ mental health (exclusive)LGBTQ+ rights are being targeted in the USFOLX Health partners with Crisis Text Line to support queer individuals' mental health.
CA leaders, advocates react after razor-thin passing of Prop. 1 on homelessnessProposition 1 in California, focusing on housing, drug treatment, and mental health services, was heavily supported by Governor Newsom.The passing of Prop. 1 aims to stabilize and address the state's homelessness crisis but changes may take years to be fully apparent.
Prop 1: Voters pass measure pushed by Gov. Newsom to tackle homelessness crisis in razor-thin winCalifornia voters approved measure for housing and drug treatment programs to address homelessness crisisState needs more housing units and services for mental health and addiction issues
CA leaders, advocates react after razor-thin passing of Prop. 1 on homelessnessProposition 1 in California, focusing on housing, drug treatment, and mental health services, was heavily supported by Governor Newsom.The passing of Prop. 1 aims to stabilize and address the state's homelessness crisis but changes may take years to be fully apparent.
Prop 1: Voters pass measure pushed by Gov. Newsom to tackle homelessness crisis in razor-thin winCalifornia voters approved measure for housing and drug treatment programs to address homelessness crisisState needs more housing units and services for mental health and addiction issues
California voters pass proposition requiring counties to spend on programs to tackle homelessnessCalifornia voters pass Proposition 1 for housing and drug treatment programs to address homelessness crisis.Proposition 1 reallocates mental health funds and allows borrowing for housing units and treatment beds.
California Poised to Slash Health Care Workforce Funding Amid Labor Shortages | KQEDCalifornia faces workforce shortages in behavioral health services, risking progress in mental health reforms.
Prop 1: Voters approve $6 billion ballot measure addressing homelessness in California, AP projectsCalifornia voters pass Proposition 1 imposing strict spending requirements on housing and drug treatment for homelessness crisis.Proposition 1 allows state greater control over millionaire tax for mental health services, focusing on housing and programs for homeless individuals.
California voters pass proposition requiring counties to spend on programs to tackle homelessnessCalifornia voters pass Proposition 1 for housing and drug treatment programs to address homelessness crisis.Proposition 1 reallocates mental health funds and allows borrowing for housing units and treatment beds.
California Poised to Slash Health Care Workforce Funding Amid Labor Shortages | KQEDCalifornia faces workforce shortages in behavioral health services, risking progress in mental health reforms.
Prop 1: Voters approve $6 billion ballot measure addressing homelessness in California, AP projectsCalifornia voters pass Proposition 1 imposing strict spending requirements on housing and drug treatment for homelessness crisis.Proposition 1 allows state greater control over millionaire tax for mental health services, focusing on housing and programs for homeless individuals.
Proposition 1 campaign lowers expectations amid anticipated low voter turnoutSupporters managing expectations ahead of Election DayProposition 1 faces decreasing support due to various factors
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's very bad monthVoters showed resistance to Newsom's mental health plan.Opponents failed to spend anything to oppose the governor's effort.
Proposition 1 campaign lowers expectations amid anticipated low voter turnoutSupporters managing expectations ahead of Election DayProposition 1 faces decreasing support due to various factors
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's very bad monthVoters showed resistance to Newsom's mental health plan.Opponents failed to spend anything to oppose the governor's effort.
Senate Democrats introduce bill to improve mental health services for LGBTQ+ youthSenate Democrats introduced the "Pride in Mental Health Act" to enhance mental health services for LGBTQ+ youth.The bill would provide grants for organizations to improve mental health outcomes, cultural competency training, and prevent anti-LGBTQ+ school bullying.
How Labour could rescue children from this endless series of educational crises | LettersCalls for comprehensive education reform in England to address various crises in schoolsSuggested actions include proper funding, curriculum changes, restoring arts and sports, and Send provision reforms.
Why psychiatrists should not be held legally accountable for patients they release | LetterParents highlighting mental health service shortcomings after tragedyCareful consideration needed on making psychiatrists criminally accountable for patient discharges
Austin-area schools overwhelmingly reject hiring chaplains as counselors - Austin MonitorSchool boards in Texas rejected a law allowing chaplains as counselors.State Rep. James Talarico led the opposition against the legislation.
Hospitals can sue state over failure to provide psychiatric care, appeals court rulesThe federal appeals court revived Oregon hospitals' lawsuit due to state's failure in providing mental health services.
San Jose parents want new leadership in largest school district - San Jose SpotlightCalls for new leadership in SJUSD due to highlighted issues and lack of transparency.Parents and community members express concern over leadership, safety, and mental health services in SJUSD.Superintendent defends against county report, highlighting the district's welcome for constructive feedback.
San Jose advocates want more money for non-police crisis team - San Jose SpotlightSan Jose allocates funds for mental health services, supports non-police emergency response.