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Travis County to launch $23 million project to keep mentally ill …

(9 days ago) WebNext month, Travis County, in partnership with county mental health provider Integral Care, will launch the first phase of its own version of a jail diversion …

https://www.texastribune.org/2024/02/26/texas-travis-county-jail-mental-health/

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Travis County’s mental health diversion pilot could start soon

(8 days ago) WebUpdated: Jan 23, 2024 / 06:32 PM CST. TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Travis County’s mental health diversion program is nearly one year in the works. On Tuesday, …

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/travis-county/travis-countys-mental-health-diversion-pilot-could-start-soon/

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Judge Andy Brown names mental health diversion program, …

(8 days ago) WebTravis County’s mental health diversion program is nearly one year in the works. Last week, county, city and local leaders shared updates on the crisis care …

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/travis-county/judge-andy-brown-names-mental-health-diversion-program-passenger-rail-among-2024-priorities/

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County and city collaborate on robust mental health program …

(1 days ago) WebWith the wheels officially in motion for Travis County’s Mental Health Diversion Center, City Hall is doing its own work to scale up the mental health services …

https://www.austinmonitor.com/stories/2023/05/county-and-city-collaborate-on-robust-mental-health-program-ahead-of-diversion-facility-launch/

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Travis County unveils diversion center pilot program

(6 days ago) WebCity and county leaders met June 5 to announce a new mental health pilot program that will launch this fall. The pilot program has an estimated $6 million cost and could be run in the old Ronald

https://communityimpact.com/austin/central-austin/city-county/2023/06/06/travis-county-unveils-diversion-center-pilot-program/

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Travis County takes first steps with mental health diversion center

(3 days ago) Expanding The Tool KitA Growing Need For Mental Health Care in AustinDiversion Center Just One Piece of The PuzzleWhat’s Next For The Travis County Diversion Center?Tuesday’s vote comes after a nearly year-long study to find solutions for the large and growing number of people within the county jail needing care for mental health and substance use disorders. According to county data, when the project started in May 2022, more than 900 people had a mental health identifier in the Travis County jail. As of JanuaSee more on statesman.comPeople also askDoes Travis County have a mental health crisis center?Maria Crane/The Texas Tribune For years, Travis County has tried to address the problem of mentally ill suspects by tapping existing services like crisis centers and hotlines.Travis County to launch $23 million project to keep mentally ill from jailtexastribune.orgHow can one discover if they are mentally ill?Dr. Mayank Saxena

https://www.statesman.com/story/news/2023/03/22/travis-county-mental-health-diversion-center-closer-to-reality/70033905007/

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Learn about mental health diversion from Travis County's …

(7 days ago) WebThe Travis County Innovative Justice and Program Analysis team is hosting a community conversation between its staff, elected officials, community members, …

https://www.austinmonitor.com/stories/whispers/learn-about-mental-health-diversion-from-travis-countys-innovative-justice-team/

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New Travis County mental health diversion center will take over 5 …

(1 days ago) WebTravis County mental health experts have previously told KVUE that about 40% of the jail population has mental health challenges. Sheriff Sally Hernandez said …

https://www.kvue.com/article/news/investigations/defenders/travis-county-mental-health-diversion-center-update/269-109f35e4-6813-43bb-96dc-d7f5a9b58998

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Travis County to begin mental health diversion pilot soon

(7 days ago) WebThe Travis County Commissioners Court approved the creation of the mental health diversion center last March. The pilot will serve as a trial run for the types …

https://www.statesman.com/story/news/local/2024/01/16/travis-county-mental-health-diversion-center-pilot-program-begins-soon/72161175007/

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Community Conversation & Program Updates: Virtual - Travis …

(6 days ago) WebThis will be a conversation that includes many people, including Travis County staff, community members, community organizations, and members of law enforcement …

https://www.traviscountytx.gov/news/2024/2675-community-conversation-virtual

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Need for county mental health diversion center grows

(9 days ago) WebMental health diversion is a growing trend in law enforcement. Diversion centers similar to the center proposed for Travis County have been built in communities …

https://www.austinmonitor.com/stories/2023/11/need-for-county-mental-health-diversion-center-grows/

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What’s needed to make a diversion center successful?

(Just Now) WebA diversion center is meant to be an alternative to jail. In Travis County, the plan is to serve people accused of minor offenses or who are experiencing drug …

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/whats-needed-to-make-a-diversion-center-successful/

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Integral Care, Austin's largest mental health care provider, …

(Just Now) WebAs the local mental health authority, Integral Care gets funding from the county and the City of Austin, as well as Travis County’s public hospital district, Central …

https://www.kut.org/health/2023-09-01/integral-care-austins-largest-mental-health-care-provider-approves-48-layoffs-in-next-budget

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Travis County moving forward with mental health diversion program

(4 days ago) WebTravis County's proposed mental health diversion program is progressing. The KVUE Defenders are tracking the county's efforts to address mental health issues. …

https://www.kvue.com/article/news/investigations/defenders/travis-county-mental-health-diversion-program-progress/269-5edc6894-0727-4054-9b57-26f1d3b46de1

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Travis County building a mental health diversion center wfaa.com

(6 days ago) WebTRAVIS COUNTY, Texas — Travis Countyleaders recently took a big step to address a growing problem in the county. Commissioners voted unanimously to begin …

https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/politics/inside-politics/texas-politics/travis-county-mental-health-diversion-center-judge-andy-brown/287-c85906d8-943c-42d3-95b8-c55b6964cac2

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'We need to do something better' Travis County leaders plan to …

(4 days ago) WebDaniel Smith, the director of inmate mental health and programs at the TCSO, said providing mental health care to nearly 900 inmates in Travis County is …

https://www.kvue.com/article/news/investigations/defenders/travis-county-mental-health-diversion-center/269-3ea0a149-ea7a-47e9-81c1-a122a723d391

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With Mental Health Diversion Center Forthcoming, Sheriff Still …

(4 days ago) WebBrown and Travis County Commissioner Ann Howard, both leaders of the effort to launch a mental health diversion center, agreed that the county could improve …

https://www.austinchronicle.com/news/2023-12-29/with-mental-health-diversion-center-forthcoming-sheriff-still-wants-more-humane-jail-facilities/

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Travis County officials hear feedback on mental health diversion

(9 days ago) WebOn Wednesday morning, community members got a chance to talk about Travis County's proposed mental health diversion center at an "I ssues & Eggs" …

https://www.kvue.com/article/news/community/travis-county-mental-health-diversion-program-feedback/269-7adb2d13-e46b-4b58-9158-173a7ebe79da

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Travis County Forensic Mental Health Planning

(1 days ago) WebThe goal of the effort, known as the Travis County Forensic Mental Health Project, is to establish solutions rooted in person-centered and evidence-based care for people stuck …

https://www.traviscountytx.gov/news/2022/2279-travis-county-forensic-mental-health-planning

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Fort Worth father spreads mental health awareness after teen …

(6 days ago) WebA Fort Worth father is calling for more mental health resources for teens after his son died by suicide last week. Anthony Cooper, 16, was the second Timber Creek …

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/fort-worth-father-spreads-mental-health-awareness-after-teen-sons-suicide/3527665/

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Integral Care- Counseling & Mental Health - Home

(3 days ago) Weba building block for well-being Good mental health is a building block for well-being A healthy community creates opportunities for everyone substance use disorder and …

https://integralcare.org/en/home/

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More Mental Health Resources - Integral Care

(2 days ago) WebTips and resources for managing stress – wallet card. CDC Resources for Coping with Stress During COVID-19. For free 24/7 emotional support, call Integral Care at 512-472 …

https://integralcare.org/en/mental-health-resources/

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Woman shot five times in Travis County road rage incident

(6 days ago) WebA 25-year-old man is facing aggravated assault charges after being accused of shooting a woman five times during a road rage incident near Austin-Bergstrom …

https://news.yahoo.com/woman-shot-five-times-travis-184030190.html

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Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Often Go Untreated …

(3 days ago) WebThe News. For parents struggling with mental health or substance use disorders, access to treatment can often mean the difference between keeping and …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/19/health/parent-drugs-mental-illness-treatment-medicaid.html

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Travis County to launch $23 million project to keep

(6 days ago) WebNext month, Travis County, in partnership with county mental health provider Integral Care, will launch the first phase of its own version of a jail diversion …

https://www.click2houston.com/news/texas/2024/02/26/travis-county-to-launch-23-million-project-to-keep-mentally-ill-from-jail/

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Amateur rugby player Travis Clayton who worked at Sainsbury's …

(4 days ago) WebTravis Clayton, the 21.5-stone giant, is moving from Basingstoke to Buffalo after running 40 yards in 4.79 seconds during draft selection. When Travis Clayton was …

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/04/28/nfl-sainsbury-international-draft-select-buffalo-bills-fast/

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Some Douglas County residents concerned about proposed in

(5 days ago) WebTyrese Haliburton hit a floater with 1.1 seconds left in overtime to give the Indiana Pacers a 121–118 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. The Pacers lead their first …

https://www.yahoo.com/news/douglas-county-residents-concerned-proposed-230645354.html

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Buildings across the nation to light up green for Mental Health …

(2 days ago) WebMonday, April 29, 2024. State capitols, NFL stadiums and Niagara Falls among landmarks lighting up green to raise awareness. ALEXANDRIA, Va. —More than 200 …

https://www.mhanational.org/news/buildings-light-up-green-2024

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El Paso County declares May as Mental Health Awareness Month, …

(5 days ago) WebEL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — El Paso County Commissioners officially recognized May as Mental Health Awareness Month, with a proclamation and …

https://kfoxtv.com/news/local/el-paso-county-commissioners-proclaim-may-as-mental-health-awareness-month-national-alliance-on-mental-illness-nami

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Britney Spears is 'Completely Dysfunctional' and In Danger of

(8 days ago) Web1.7K. 4/29/2024 1:00 AM PT. Britney Spears is in "serious danger" on both the mental and financial front and is doing way worse than she was under the …

https://www.tmz.com/2024/04/29/britney-spears-broke-mental-health-dysfunctional-matthew-rosengart/

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‘Fix the problems in the communities’: National Harbor businesses

(9 days ago) WebMost recently, a group of around 800 young people at the National Harbor were fighting, shoplifting, illegally smoking and engaging in other criminal behavior on …

https://wtop.com/maryland/2024/04/businesses-and-visitors-react-to-emergency-youth-curfew-at-national-harbor/

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They shared their experience with mental illness in last year’s 72

(6 days ago) WebHealth. They shared their experience with mental illness in last year’s 72 Hours project. Here’s how 3 are doing. At their home on April 25, 2022, Bruce and …

https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/health/story/2024-04-29/mental-illness-72-hour-project-follow-up

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Illinois legislators seek to expand access to mental health care

(Just Now) WebApril 29, 2024 at 5:00 a.m. Illinois legislators have advanced two measures pushed by proponents of reform in the state’s behavioral health system that are intended …

https://www.chicagotribune.com/2024/04/29/illinois-lawmakers-consider-measures-aimed-at-making-mental-health-care-more-accessible/

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NBC4 and Telemundo 52 invite you to the NAMIWalks Greater LA …

(5 days ago) WebJoin Annabelle Sedano, NBC4 News Anchor and Sandra O’Neill, Telemundo 52 News Anchor at The National Alliance on Mental Illness Greater L.A. County (NAMI …

https://www.nbclosangeles.com/community/nbc4-and-telemundo-52-invite-you-to-the-namiwalks-greater-la-county-mental-health-festival-at-la-state-historic-park/3399845/

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HMH Palisades Medical Center-Outpatient Counseling Center-NB

(4 days ago) WebFoundation News. Give to a Cause. About Our Foundation. Honor or Remembrance Gifts. Planned Gifts and Bequests. 1-844-HMH-WELL. Home > Locations > HMH Palisades …

https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hmh-palisades-medical-center-outpatient-counseling-center-nb

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Behavioral & Mental Health - New Bridge Medical Center

(6 days ago) WebReferrals may be made by yourself, physicians, psychologists, social workers, mental health professionals, social service agencies, family members, or …

https://www.newbridgehealth.org/health-services/behavioral-health/

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NAMI Greater Bergen: Mental Health Support, Education

(Just Now) WebJoin NAMI Greater Bergen and join a movement to inspire better lives for residents of Bergen County who are affected by mental illness. With membership, you'll …

https://namigreaterbergen.org/

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