EPC Community Building Bowling Benefit 🎳

Thank you EPC for putting together an event that brings people together. We appreciate the work you’re doing to support the community & create spaces for connection.

#CommunitySupport #BehavioralHealth #RecoveryCommunity #EPC

The questions we ask matter. When we focus on understanding instead of blame, young people are more likely to open up.

One small shift can change the entire conversation.

#TraumaInformed #RestorativeJustice #MentalHealth #BehavioralHealth

Today we’re sharing a #FindingsFriday insight from an article led by Dr. Rebecca Klege and CSHP & @rutgersifh.bsky.social Associate Research Professor @annnguyen4.bsky.social.

The study examines facilitators and barriers to adopting the primary care #behavioralhealth model: go.rutgers.edu/64frlaxu

Strengthening the Behavioral Health Workforce: Leadership Strategies for a System in Transition Explore solutions to the behavioral health workforce shortage with strategies to strengthen staffing and improve care.

Behavioral health care depends on stronger staffing, smarter systems, and leadership that prioritizes workforce wellbeing and innovation.

#BehavioralHealth #HealthcareLeadership #WorkforceDevelopment #MentalHealth

New Horizons Breach Exposes Sensitive Data
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#HealthcareBreach #BehavioralHealth #PHIData #DataBreach #BreachNotification #IdentityProtection #CyberIncident #InfosecNews

Strengthening the Behavioral Health Workforce Through Upstream Overdose Prevention Learn how behavioral health providers can prevent overdoses with safety planning, education, and support strategies to protect lives and reduce risk.

Proactive conversations and safety planning help providers prevent overdoses before risk turns into crisis.

#OverdosePrevention #MentalHealth #HarmReduction #BehavioralHealth

What part of #FASD2026 are YOU most excited about?
Real life insights from adolescents & adults with #FASD

Register Today: fasdunited.org/fasd2026/

#FASD2026 #PublicHealth #DisabilityAdvocacy #BehavioralHealth #HealthEquity #JuvenileJustice #Neurodiversity #GlobalHealth

Anchor Las Cruces was out in Old Mesilla, NM last weekend exploring the history, art, and culture of the area.

#MesillaNM #LasCruces #NewMexico #BehavioralHealth #RecoverySupport #AnchorBehavioralHealth

Senators advance LB901 tax package with fixes to protect property tax credits and new excise proposals On the Legislature floor, senators adopted committee 'fix' AM2599 and a CPI-escalator removal (AM2717) to a multi-bill tax package (LB901), while debating a stalled amendment to slow income-tax cuts and new excise proposals including a 10% kratom tax and increased fees on cash gaming devices.

Nebraska senators just advanced a crucial tax package that not only safeguards property tax credits but also introduces new revenue streams, including a 10% excise tax on kratom sales!

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#NE #FiscalStability #BehavioralHealth #CitizenPortal #TaxReform

User Testing an mHealth Behavioral Health App for Hopi/Tewa Youth During the #covid19 Pandemic: #usability Study Background: American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) people represent a culturally diverse people group within the United States. AI/AN people experience some of the most severe health disparities in the United States, including behavioral health. A quarter of AI/AN people in the United States live on tribal lands, experiencing significant barriers to mental health resources and broadband infrastructure for telehealth. We developed Amplifying Resilience Over Restricted Internet Access (ARORA)—a mobile health (mHealth) smartphone app, promoting mindfulness practices and community building through AI/AN culture and values. Originally co-designed with both Hopi/Tewa and Navajo youth and adults, this study evaluated app resonance among Hopi/Tewa youth, supporting its iterative design. While we initially planned in-person user testing, this was moved online due to the #covid19 pandemic. Objective: This study assessed the potential and acceptability of an mHealth app supporting Hopi/Tewa youth practicing mindfulness inspired by their culture, values, and beliefs. This research served as preliminary work for an ongoing, iterative participatory action research study, identifying points of improvement to align with our partner community’s goals. Methods: After meeting with 6 community advisory board members and focus groups prior to this study, we developed a prototype for ARORA. This study evaluated intuitiveness and #usability through testing and interviews with Hopi/Tewa youth. All meetings with stakeholders were moved online due to the #covid19 pandemic. Using screen-sharing via Zoom (Zoom Communications, Inc) and Android emulators, we received feedback for the iterative design process. Results: This study involved 9 participants aged 16-24 years. Of these participants, 1 was male and 8 were female; all identified as Hopi/Tewa and/or Tewa. This study included a quantitative assessment using a modified version of the User Version of the Mobile Application Rating Scale. The mean score across all questions was 3.71 (SD 0.427), suggesting generally positive reception. Qualitative results from thematically analyzing open-ended focus group data produced 5 open codes and 12 axial themes, reaching thematic saturation after engaging with 9 participants. Qualitative feedback revealed that while its use was generally enjoyable, the ARORA app could be more specific to Hopi/Tewa culture. Finally, we reflect on adaptations made to our initial protocol in response to the #covid19 pandemic, offering guidelines for future mHealth work involving rural or hard-to-reach communities. Conclusions: In this evaluation and #usability testing of the ARORA prototype, participants expressed interest and engagement in the mindfulness activities. Participants also identified spaces in which the app could improve, both in #usability and in cultural groundedness, especially with the visual dimensions of the app. Reflecting on our experience in facilitating remote user testing, we encourage future work in rural mHealth to consider practices for conducting research when in-person meetings are not feasible.

JMIR Formative Res: User Testing an mHealth Behavioral Health App for Hopi/Tewa Youth During the #covid19 Pandemic: #usability Study #mHealth #BehavioralHealth #IndigenousHealth #MentalHealth #Telehealth

GLP-1s Prevent Death as a Result of Substance Use Disorders New research shows reduction in addiction and deaths while using GLP-1s.

A dive into some recent studies on GLP-1s and substance use disorders via @medscape.com

#Medsky #addiction #harmreduction #Psychsky #psychiatry #behavioralhealth #mentalhealth

New episode of Clinical Conversations. This month I interviewed Dr. Tracy Stecker on her new book Choosing Help.

Listen here ➡️ youtu.be/PC-Y_cm6Leg?...

#mentalhealth #choosinghelp #treatment #behavioralhealth #therapy

Committee hears informational DHS policy packages on licensing, program integrity, behavioral health and housing Department of Human Services and Department of Health officials presented a set of informational policy bills covering DHS OIG changes (background‑study updates, licensing fixes, program‑integrity authority), MinnesotaCare/provider enrollment technical fixes, behavioral‑health statutory cleanups, and housing/homelessness technical updates.

Major policy changes are on the table that could reshape Minnesota's healthcare, housing, and behavioral health systems—are you ready to find out what’s in store?

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#MN #BehavioralHealth #CitizenPortal #HousingSupport #HealthcareReform #MinnesotaHumanServices

Committee advances telehealth payment-parity bill, adopts amendment pushing effective date to 2027 The House Health and Social Services Committee advanced Senate Bill 83, adopting an amendment to move its effective date to Jan. 1, 2027. Supporters said payment parity is essential for rural Alaskans’ access to behavioral and cancer care delivered via telehealth.

Alaska's Senate Bill 83 just took a crucial step towards ensuring telehealth payment parity, vital for rural patients relying on remote access to essential healthcare services.

Learn more here!

#AK #RuralCare #BehavioralHealth #CitizenPortal #TelehealthAccess #AlaskaHealthcare

81) Therapy Therapy What It Is.What It Isn't.Is It Even What It Is?If It Isn't, Then What Is It? I'm lucky. I have Medicaid and I so I'm able to get into therapy easier, because the institution is more sure of the payment, and I don't have to worry about climbing the paywall that has kept me from accessing care in the past. I never forget how lucky I am, because I've been unlucky, and I can see the unlucky all around me. It was a really good session.

Therapy

What It Is.
What It Isn't.
Is It Even What It Is?
If It Isn't, Then What Is It?

#therapy #behavioralhealth #mentalhealth #medicaid #survivor

#OAND2026 #EvidenceToAction #DrugNutritionInteractions #BehavioralHealth #ClinicalNutrition #PsychiatricNutrition #DietitianLife #RDN

Senate health panel presses Access over $122 million in delayed TIP payments and 'ghost' provider networks The Arizona Senate Committee on Health and Human Services challenged interim Access leadership on delays that left about $122 million in Targeted Investment Program (TIP) funds unpaid, missing work‑group records, and federal OIG findings that many behavioral‑health providers listed in directories could not see patients.

The Arizona Senate Committee is demanding answers on $122 million in delayed Medicaid payments and the shocking discovery of "ghost" provider networks that leave many without care.

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#AZ #BehavioralHealth #CitizenPortal #ArizonaHealthcare #HealthcareFunding

Continuing #TeenResilienceMonth with Ryan’s story, a teen whose mental health struggles and substance use led to a near‑fatal overdose.

Recovery helped them discover who they are without drugs and find peace in new hobbies and self‑connection

#YouthRecovery #BehavioralHealth

I am heartbroken and deeply moved by #DoloresHuerta's courage and the courage of all the survivors. Healing begins with truth & requires us to continue to create safe, accessible spaces that reduce stigma and allow for these conversations in our communities. #healing #equity #behavioralhealth

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists — we’re hiring nationwide.

Explore open roles and apply today at
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#LicensedMarriageandFamilyTherapists #LMFTs #LMFTJobs #MentalHealthTherapist #MentalHealthTherapists #BehavioralHealth #GothamEnterprises

A brown flyer for an Overdose Response Training by CDPH. It includes details on administering naloxone, responding to overdoses, and harm reduction. The event is on Thursday, March 26, from 2 to 3 PM and is virtual. A QR code is provided for registration. Contact information is at the bottom and it has an orange box with event details and a pixelated QR box..

Our first Overdose Response Training of the year will be on March 26.
Register to attend at https://chi.gov/4dwN4hq and you will receive an emailed link to join the remote meeting.

📅 Thursday, March 26
⌚ 2-3 PM
📍 Virtual

#HarmReduction #Training #Narcan #BehavioralHealth

CEO Jeff Vanderploeg, PhD testified in Hartford this week on the need to increase #Medicaid reimbursement rates for behavioral health services so that all kids and families can access the care they need.

Learn more in our report: https://loom.ly/AddpYpk

#CTLegislature #CTPolicy #BehavioralHealth

South Carolina adjutant general asks legislature for millions to shore up Guard services and emergency operations Adjutant General Robin Stilwell told the constitutional subcommittee the Military Department needs recurring and nonrecurring funding for behavioral health staff, firefighters, armory upkeep and the State Emergency Operations Center, warning that proposed FEMA changes could shift more disaster costs to the state and counties.

South Carolina's Adjutant General warns that without crucial funding, emergency services and military readiness could be at risk as federal support dwindles.

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#SC #BehavioralHealth #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #EmergencyManagement #SouthCarolinaMilitary

March Statewide Health Equity Call = ✅

Thanks to everyone who joined us for a deep-dive into County #BehavioralHealth Plans and the role advocates can play in making these plans stronger in their own communities.

Snohomish County report: sales-tax funds largely obligated; officials warn of tight 2027-28 outlook County human services staff told the Health & Community Services Committee the chemical dependency/mental-health and affordable housing/behavioral-health sales tax funds are largely obligated, with mid-biennium spending near expectations but no CDMH fund balance and potential program reductions needed for 2027-28 if revenue falls.

Snohomish County officials are sounding the alarm over tight financial forecasts, warning that essential mental health and affordable housing funds are nearly depleted, risking critical community services.

Read the full story

#SnohomishCounty #WA #BehavioralHealth #CitizenPortal

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The biggest challenge for healthcare AI isn’t just technology.

It’s designing systems that support behavioral change while protecting human therapeutic relationships.

This talk dives into how we build AI tools that enhance care -

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#BehavioralHealth

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Strengthening the Backbone: Supporting Mid-Level Managers in Nonprofit Organizations Why strong supervision of mid-level managers is essential for nonprofit sustainability, workforce retention, and high-quality human services.

Strong supervision and support for mid-level managers boosts mental health, retention, and service quality in nonprofits.

#BehavioralHealth #NonprofitLeadership #ManagerSupport #WorkforceRetention

Thank you, Fred Sawyer! 

His efforts behind the scenes make a difference in the lives of those in our care. We are grateful for the impact he continues to make. 

Call: 419-720-0442
Visit: personalgcs.com
Submit a referral: https://forms.gle/qVAGQhW1zyH23nD7A

#employeespotlight #behavioralhealth

Announcing the MHNE 2026 Leadership Awards Reception!

Registration: https://mhne.org/2026-mhne-leadership-awards-reception/

Join us as we celebrate outstanding leaders improving lives of individuals and families in #BehavioralHealth & #Autism communities.

CSH (Corporation for Supportive Housing)