Behavioral Health updates: mobile crisis funding risk, opioid settlement projects, CalAIM housing supports Lake County Behavioral Health reported potential state budget changes that could shift mobile crisis costs to counties, outlined opioid settlement‑funded projects including a 16‑bed ASAM facility and youth intensive outpatient program, discussed repayment of intergovernmental loans, and said it plans to opt into CalAIM transitional housing supports.

Lake County is facing a potential funding crisis for mobile crisis services that could jeopardize vital mental health programs—find out how local leaders plan to tackle this challenge!

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Lake County supervisors approve $1.85 million in behavioral health contracts, authorize BCHIP grant agreement for clinic remodel The Lake County Board of Supervisors approved four provider agreements totaling $1,850,000 for psychiatric and residential mental health services for fiscal year 2025–26 and adopted a resolution authorizing acceptance of a Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP) Round 1 award and execution of standard agreement 20440117 for a $BH

Lake County is investing $1.85 million in vital behavioral health services, paving the way for a transformative clinic remodel and enhanced care for those in need.

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Lake County Approves First Opioid Settlement Fund Contract for Indigenous Services Lake County allocates $1 million for opioid recovery services via Kanokitai organization.

Lake County is taking a bold step in the fight against the opioid crisis by approving a $1 million contract to enhance behavioral health services with the Kanokitai organization.

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Lake County invests $600K in South Shore Clear Lake Clinic expansion and youth prevention programs Lake County allocates funds for clinic expansion and initiatives to prevent opioid misuse among youth.

Lake County is making a powerful investment of $600K to expand mental health services and combat the opioid crisis among tribal youth.

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Circle of Native Minds promotes mental health education in county schools Circle of Native Minds aims to provide mental health first aid training to tenth graders.

Lake County is taking bold steps to empower its youth with mental health first aid training, but are we truly reaching those who need it most?

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County Supervisors address Medi-Cal loan repayment and funding concerns Supervisors express concerns over Medi-Cal payments impacting loan repayment discussions.

Lake County Supervisors are raising alarms over a proposed $2 million loan for Behavioral Health Services, fearing Medi-Cal payment delays could leave essential services hanging by a thread.

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