This year, the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) has made significant strides to increase access to mental health care for all individuals. Through dedication and commitment, we continue to serve Alabamians and their communities.

Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs)

In 2024, ADMH was selected to participate in the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid Demonstration Program, a great step in providing accessible, integrated care.

The CCBHC model offers:

  • Crisis Services
  • Comprehensive Care
  • Care Coordination

Community Mental Health Centers participating:

  • WellStone (Madison County)
  • AltaPointe Health (Mobile County)

ADMH is working to expand the CCBHC model, ensuring every Alabama resident has access to high-quality, integrated care. This initiative represents a significant step forward in building a robust and equitable behavioral health system for all.

Crisis System of Care

ADMH has implemented a comprehensive crisis system of care to ensure immediate and accessible support for individuals experiencing mental health emergencies.

  • 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: The nationwide, 24/7 Lifeline connects Alabamians to trained counselors for suicide prevention and mental health crises. In 2024, over 21,660 Alabamians called the Lifeline, receiving critical support through 988.
  • Crisis Centers: Crisis Centers provide short-term stabilization and treatment for individuals facing mental health emergencies. This year, more than 6,900 individuals received lifesaving care at ADMH Crisis Centers.
  • Mobile Crisis Teams: These teams, composed of mental health professionals, travel directly to children and adults experiencing crises to offer immediate assistance and connections to care. In 2024, Mobile Crisis Teams provided care to 705 children and adolescents across Alabama.
  • Pediatric Crisis Center: In October 2024, Alabama opened its first Pediatric Crisis Center, at WellStone in Madison County, delivering specialized 24/7 care for children and adolescents experiencing behavioral health crises.

Substance Use Support

Substance use continues to have a profound impact on Alabama’s communities. Through collaboration with our partners and providers, ADMH has strengthened prevention, treatment, and recovery resources.

  • Narcan Distribution: ADMH distributed 46,482 Narcan kits to individuals, law enforcement, and community partners to reverse opioid overdoses and save lives.
  • R.O.S.S. Helpline: The Recovery Organization of Support Specialists (R.O.S.S.) Helpline assisted more than 24,000 individuals in 2024. This 24/7 warm line (1-844-307-1760) offers peer support, resources, and guidance for individuals affected by substance use disorder.

Community Wavier Program

This year, 72 individuals with developmental disabilities achieved job placement through the Community Wavier Program (CWP), highlighting meaningful progress in expanding access to employment opportunities.

First Responders and Law Enforcement Training

ADMH prioritized professional training to improve care delivery and ensure compassionate responses to crises.

  • Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training: In 2024, over 340 law enforcement officers were trained in CIT, equipping them to recognize and safely respond to mental health emergencies. 1,375 officers have been trained since 2018.
  • Mental Health First Aid: In 2024, more than 200 first responders and law enforcement officers completed training to identify and address signs of mental health and substance use challenges. 1,250 law enforcement officers and first responders were trained since 2020.

Looking Ahead

As we reflect on 2024, we celebrate the progress made and remain steadfast in our commitment to advancing mental health care. Together with our partners and providers, we will continue in promoting the health and well-being of all Alabamians.