The question of adequate access to mental health care across the country often follows today’s headlines speaking of random acts of gun violence, underserved military veterans, and cases of drug addiction. The issue has been paired with conversation at the state level for how best to fund mental health care so that treatment is readily available and afforded by those who seek help or have families who are looking for support. Mental health services have become a mainstay topic for well-being and safety in our communities.
The September 7 policy forum is focused on Michigan citizens’ access to mental health services and possible models for ensuring those in need are readily and properly served. It is cosponsored by the Institute for Public Policy and Social Research and the Sparrow/MSU Center for Research and Innovation.
Panelist and Biographical Information:
- Sheryl Kubiak, professor of social work, Michigan State University
- Tom Watkins, president and chief executive officer at Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority
- Adrian Blow, associate professor of human development and family studies, Michigan State University
- Joseph J. Ruth, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Sparrow Health System, will deliver opening remarks.
- See all of the panelist biographical information (.pdf)
Presentations
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Helpful Information/Resources
- Community Mental Health non-Medicaid Services Funding Adjustments Steve Angelotti, Associate Director
- Michigan Medicaid Program - Stakeholder 298 Workgroup (.pdf)
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association (.pdf)
- Michigan Community Mental Health System and Behavioral Health Prevalence - Stakeholder 298 Workgroup (.pdf)
- Health Status and Co-Occurring Conditions - Stakeholder 298 Workgroup (.pdf)
- Corrections Mental Health - Stakeholder 298 Workgroup (.pdf)
- IPPSR Mental Health Forum Bibliography (.pdf)