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Help for the Helpers: Peer Support for Firefighters

mvaldes November 9, 2022 Press Release
Help for the Helpers: Peer Support for Firefighters

Montgomery, Ala. – The Alabama Fire College (AFC), through a partnership with the Alabama Department of Mental Health(ADMH), will expand a peer support program to strengthen emergency responder mental wellness while on the job and off. With the creation of

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MEDIA ALERT – WellStone Emergency Services Crisis Center – Ribbon Cutting with Governor Ivey

mvaldes September 12, 2022 Press Release
MEDIA ALERT – WellStone Emergency Services Crisis Center – Ribbon Cutting with Governor Ivey

Huntsville, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey will participate in a Ribbon Cutting of WellStone Emergency Services Crisis Center, with Alabama Department of Mental Health Commissioner Kimberly Boswell, and WellStone Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Blair, followed by a tour of the

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Understanding Early Childhood Mental Health for Alabama’s Students

mvaldes July 27, 2022 Press Release
Understanding Early Childhood Mental Health for Alabama’s Students

UNDERSTANDING EARLY CHILDHOOD MENTAL HEALTH FOR ALABAMA STUDENTS State Agencies and Children’s of Alabama Partner to Expand Training for Mental Health Service Coordinators in Public Schools Montgomery, Ala. – Decades of research indicate the early years of life are a

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Connect Alabama Behavioral Health Finder Launches

mvaldes July 19, 2022 Press Release
Connect Alabama Behavioral Health Finder Launches

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Launching today, Connect Alabama, a behavioral health services and treatment finder application, provides individuals instant access to education, information and services related to substance use, mental health, and prevention. The app is funded through a partnership of

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PROPOSED CHANGE to Code of Alabama 580-9-44-29 LeveI-0 Opioid Maintenance Therapy

mvaldes July 1, 2022 Certification, Substance Use Disorder

PROPOSED CHANGE to Code of Alabama 580-9-44-29 LeveI-0 Opioid Maintenance Therapy

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Newsletter May/Jun 2022

mvaldes June 1, 2022 Newsletter
Newsletter May/Jun 2022

The Carastar Health Crisis Center is the first of its kind in the River Region and an enormous asset to mental health care. ADMH Commissioner Kim Boswell said, “We want to reach people before they are at a Stage Four.

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National Prevention Week 2022

mvaldes May 9, 2022 Press Release
National Prevention Week 2022

Montgomery, Ala. – According to the 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, an estimated 59.3 million Americans ages 12 and older, used illicit drugs in the last recorded year. In Alabama, for ages 18 and older, an estimated

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Mental Health Awareness Month 2022

mvaldes May 3, 2022 Press Release
Mental Health Awareness Month 2022

Montgomery, Ala. – Each year in May, the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) celebrates Mental Health Month with other national organizations to raise awareness about mental health and reduce stigma. The ADMH and community providers supported essential mental illness

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Celebrating the Power of Art – The 17th ADMH Capitol Showcase

mvaldes May 2, 2022 Press Release
Celebrating the Power of Art – The 17th ADMH Capitol Showcase

 Montgomery, Ala. –Since 2005, the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) has hosted the Capitol Showcase, a consumer art show at Alabama’s State Capitol, in the Old Supreme Court Library. We welcome you to visit and view the art of

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Strike Out Stigma Night – Friday, May 6, 2022

mvaldes May 2, 2022 Press Release

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Over the last two years, mental illness and substance abuse rates have worsened as the pandemic increased existing mental health issues and brought about new stressors. Connectedness, communication and seeking help are steps everyone can take to

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