November 11, 2021
Mental Health
  • “With passage of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and the potential inclusion of significant increases in the $1.75 trillion social spending package, we are beginning to see a new day in addiction and mental health funding priorities,” said Senior Director Sara Howe. In her latest blog, Sara discusses the need to invest funds on innovative and evidence-based solutions that will: address the significant workforce shortages, expand access to treatment nationwide, promote integration with primary care to address co-occurring physical health needs, enhance school-based prevention opportunities, and significantly change payment methodologies to incentivize long-term recovery. (Blog here)