Today we mark one of the most significant milestones since we began implementation of the Crisis Care Centers Initiative in June. The Request for Proposals (RFP) to select behavioral health agencies to operate the first crisis care center is now open. This kicks off the process to site, build and open a regional network of … Continue reading King County is Now Accepting Proposals from Behavioral Health Agencies to Operate the First Crisis Care Centers
16-bed Residential Treatment Center Opens for Co-Occurring Substance Use and Mental Health in South Seattle
At King County, we envision a behavioral health system that is connected, accessible, culturally responsive, and capable of meeting the growing need for care. Last week, King County and Pioneer Human Services announced the opening of a new residential treatment facility in King County. The 16-bed program will begin accepting patients on Monday, September 23, … Continue reading 16-bed Residential Treatment Center Opens for Co-Occurring Substance Use and Mental Health in South Seattle
Back-to-School Resource: Next Day Appointments for Youth Substance Use Assessments
Back-to-school is an exciting transition after a break over the last couple months with more free time. Students are now headed back to the structure and community of a new school year. At the Behavioral Health and Recovery Division in DCHS, we hear from providers who serve youth for whom summertime often means less adult … Continue reading Back-to-School Resource: Next Day Appointments for Youth Substance Use Assessments
King County Behavioral Health Survey Open Now + Available in 21 Languages
King County released this week a new online survey about behavioral health, which includes both mental health and substance use care. Survey responses will inform upcoming King County planning for behavioral health system improvements. The survey seeks to solicits a wide range of community voices and bring their experiences, concerns and desires into our visioning … Continue reading King County Behavioral Health Survey Open Now + Available in 21 Languages
First-Of-Its-Kind Behavioral Health Crisis Center Opens in North King County
Today, Connections Health Solutions and the City of Kirkland opened the region's first walk-in 24/7 behavioral health crisis center along with partner cities of Bothell, Kenmore, Lake Forest Park, and Shoreline. The new crisis center will provide walk-in urgent care and continued stabilization for people experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis. Its opening completes … Continue reading First-Of-Its-Kind Behavioral Health Crisis Center Opens in North King County
Expanding Pathways for Behavioral Health Apprenticeships
In King County, treatment for people with mental health and substance use challenges, when and how it’s needed, is a top priority. We also know that it takes people to treat people. In behavioral health, these roles are filled by highly skilled and trained professionals. As part of the Crisis Care Centers Initiative’s early investments … Continue reading Expanding Pathways for Behavioral Health Apprenticeships