Department Awards Funding to Strengthen the 988 Lifeline and Mobile Crisis Response Teams

Department Awards Funding to Strengthen the 988 Lifeline and Mobile Crisis Response Teams

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), awarded $9.3 million in grants to 13 communities to establish or enhance mobile crisis response teams. These teams will provide assistance during mental health and substance use crises in areas with high needs, working closely with local law enforcement. The funding is… (Colocho, May 26, 2023) #Mental and Behavioral Health, #Prevention, #Public Health