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Cayuga County is taking bold steps to improve mental health and public health services, including a groundbreaking satellite clinic for students that promises to enhance accessibility while generating significant Medicaid revenue.

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County Legislators Approve Public Health Staffing and Funding Resolutions
Legislators authorize new health department positions and transfer funds for psychiatric care.
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September 19, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Massachusetts is taking a bold step towards better substance abuse treatment by establishing a new commission to drive impactful changes!

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Massachusetts House establishes commission to study continuum of care for substance use disorder
Bill creates a commission to evaluate and recommend improvements for substance abuse treatment services
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July 20, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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The DOJ is set to release over $10 million for adult tribal treatment courts, but there's a crucial caveat: funding can't support violent offenders.

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DOJ: adult tribal treatment court funds cannot serve violent offenders under FY26 CTAS
DOJ presenters said Purpose Area 5 adult tribal treatment court funding cannot be used to provide services to violent offenders, citing 34 U.S.C. 10612. BJA estimated about $10.1 million for PA5 with 10–13 awards and up to $1,000,000 per award (60-month performance period).
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September 18, 2026 at 12:38 PM
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Grant County's new pretrial home-detention program is making waves, with 540 jail bed days saved and nearly two dozen participants already on the path to recovery!

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New pretrial home-detention program enrolls two dozen, reports 540 saved jail bed days
County staff reported early success for a new pretrial home-detention program: roughly 19–21 participants, an estimated 540 jail-bed days saved so far, and capacity discussions tied to housing and monitoring costs; council approved operational categories for the program.
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August 30, 2026 at 4:13 PM
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After losing everything to addiction, Scott transformed his pain into purpose as a peer recovery coach, guiding others towards healing and hope.

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Peer recovery coach shares lived-experience role and county partnership
A peer recovery coach contracted with the county and employed by Crush described his recovery journey and the hands-on services peer coaches provide — weekly meetings, help obtaining IDs and housing, and connection to treatment and community resources.
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August 21, 2026 at 5:54 AM
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District judges in Oakland County are pushing for innovative solutions to combat the frustratingly long waits for competency evaluations, which are straining local jails and services.

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District judges propose local pilot to speed competency evaluations and reduce jail stays
District judges reported severe delays at the state's forensic center for competency evaluations and proposed low-cost process changes and a possible Oakland County pilot (including assisted outpatient treatment for misdemeanants) to shorten wait times and ease pressure on jails and other departments.
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August 7, 2026 at 8:27 AM
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Richland County is tackling a mental health crisis head-on, unveiling plans for a new urgent care facility while grappling with a nationwide shortage of psychologists.

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Health Department Plans 2026 Urgent Care Mental Health Facility Amid Nationwide Psychologist Shortage
Health department announces new mental health facility while addressing psychiatrist scarcity nationwide.
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October 7, 2025 at 8:41 AM
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Vernon County is taking bold steps to revitalize its economy and enhance community living through innovative housing solutions and exciting agritourism initiatives.

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Berning County plans agritourism training and housing study completion this summer
Berning County organizes agritourism training and finalizes housing study for board review.
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June 18, 2025 at 6:12 AM
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Manitowoc County is taking bold steps to combat the opioid crisis by expanding treatment access with mobile units and vital capital grants for local facilities.

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Wisconsin expands opioid treatment services with mobile units and capital grants
Wisconsin allocates funds for opioid treatment facilities and mobile units to enhance access
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March 27, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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Seattle is investing $51 million to enhance public safety and tackle the care crisis, including critical measures for emergency response and community support.

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Seattle City Council approves $51M for crisis response and public health initiatives
Council allocates $51 million to enhance Seattle's crisis response and treatment programs.
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September 30, 2025 at 6:36 AM
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The Pierce County Council just approved a game-changing resolution to channel millions into affordable housing and support services, paving the way for a more inclusive community.

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Pierce County Council Updates Six Year Housing Advisory Plan and Funding Allocations
Council approves changes to funding for housing services and establishes new operating processes.
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August 27, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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Cowlitz County is taking a bold step towards mental health reform with plans for a new facility designed to transform lives and support residents in need.

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Cowlitz County Proposes New Behavioral Health Facility to Address Mental Health Crisis
Cowlitz County plans a behavioral health campus for crisis stabilization and outpatient services.
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July 23, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Mahoning County is investing $110,000 from opioid settlement funds into crucial drug recovery programs, aiming to support over 1,600 success stories and reduce recidivism to less than 9%!

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Mahoning County directs opioid settlement dollars to felony drug court, mental-health services
The Mahoning County Board of Commissioners approved using opioid settlement funds to send $75,000 to the county felony drug court and $35,000 to the Mental Health and Recovery Board; judge and commissioners described program successes and how the money will be used.
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October 25, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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Missouri is taking a bold step forward by introducing House Bill 10, which allocates $314 million to combat the mental health crisis and opioid epidemic, ensuring vital support for those who need it most.

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Missouri allocates $314M for mental health and opioid treatment initiatives
Missouri's budget includes significant funding for mental health services and opioid addiction recovery.
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March 27, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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Oklahoma City is revolutionizing emergency response with a new program that prioritizes mental health crises, aiming to provide compassionate care when it's needed most.

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Oklahoma City launches Mobile Integrated Health program for mental health crisis response
Oklahoma City initiates Mobile Integrated Health to address urgent mental health needs efficiently.
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May 14, 2025 at 3:24 AM
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Maine's HHS committee is diving deep into the supplemental budget, revealing crucial shifts in funding and services that could impact mental health and community support across the state.

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HHS committee begins first pass through supplemental budget: hospital tax rebasing, staff reallocations and waiver slots flagged for follow-up
After the LD 2103 hearing, committee analysts reviewed the HHS supplemental budget green/purple sheets, noting shifts including moving Riverview security to Capitol Police, rebasing the hospital tax from FY22 to FY24, FMAP-related adjustments, Lifespan waiver slot increases and multiple position reallocations; members requested memos and follow-up detail for the work session.
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February 26, 2026 at 6:37 PM
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Wright County is faced with a critical decision on funding behavioral health treatments for substance use disorders beyond opioids—will they reinstate support for those in need?

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County Council Considers Reinstating Treatment Funding for Non-Opioid Substance Abuse
Council discusses renewing funding for inpatient treatment of meth and alcohol users.
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September 30, 2025 at 7:08 AM
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The Detroit City Council is tackling the tough issues of property taxes and poverty, aiming to boost support for residents in need.

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Detroit Council addresses millage, HOPE exemption strategies for low-income residents
Detroit Council discusses property tax millage and support for low-income residents' upward mobility
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March 31, 2025 at 7:39 AM
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A judge is pushing for expanded drug court services in Appling County, highlighting a powerful two-year program that could transform lives and reduce incarceration rates.

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Drug court judge outlines program, treatment expansion and funding opportunities for Appling County
A judge described the Brunswick Judicial Circuit drug court's two‑year intensive program, reported that a regional grant will fund treatment services in Appling County for two years, and offered to coordinate opioid‑trust funds and other local resources to expand services.
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November 3, 2025 at 3:54 AM
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Alamance County is transforming its $16.6 million opioid settlement funds into life-saving recovery programs, with impressive early results in treatment access and support services.

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County Reports $16.6M in Opioid Settlement Funds, Details Early Spending on Recovery Supports
Alamance County will receive $16.6 million in opioid settlement funds (2022–2038); the county has authorized seven strategies including recovery supports, naloxone distribution and residential services and reports initial results and program launches.
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November 19, 2025 at 3:09 AM
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Charlotte's City Council is diving deep into two innovative housing proposals aimed at transforming a county hotel into a supportive emergency shelter and launching a Dream Center for transitional housing.

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Council debates supportive-housing proposals, seeks clearer operating plans and funding commitments
City staff briefed council on two proposed supportive-housing projects — a county hotel conversion for a non‑congregate emergency shelter and a Dream Center transitional housing campus — and council members pressed for clearer operating plans, private-sector commitments and metrics on capacity and throughput.
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October 15, 2025 at 10:33 AM
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Massachusetts advocates are sounding the alarm over proposed funding cuts that could jeopardize mental health services and crucial support for the deaf community.

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Advocates demand funding for mental health services and deaf community support in Cape Cod
Panel addresses critical funding needs for mental health and deaf services in Massachusetts.
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April 9, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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San Joaquin County is on a mission to tackle homelessness with a groundbreaking $137 million behavioral health campus and a surge in supportive housing – a game changer for the community!

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San Joaquin moves forward on homelessness and behavioral health: supportive housing, SJB Well campus and outreach programs
County officials highlighted 52 new supportive housing units, expansion of shelter services, the SJB Well behavioral health campus funded by a $137 million state grant (matched by county funding), and outreach programs that engaged hundreds of unhoused residents.
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October 25, 2025 at 3:06 AM
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Los Angeles County is revolutionizing mental health crisis response with a bold initiative that prioritizes compassionate care over police intervention.

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Los Angeles County expands mental health crisis response with 24/7 intervention teams
Mental Health Department boosts crisis response units to provide immediate support statewide.
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April 12, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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Local behavioral health programs are making a significant impact, saving law enforcement hours and providing vital support to those in crisis.

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Regional behavioral health programs report increases in use; county-supported projects show early results
PD1 and partners reported growth in crisis receiving services, permanent supportive housing referrals and opioid abatement-funded adolescent treatment and recovery housing; staff said programs have saved officer custody hours and are expanding referrals.
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June 9, 2026 at 11:21 AM