Montgomery County residents will have access to treatment and community support programs for mental health and/or substance misuse.
Why Is This Important?
Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood, and is equally important to maintaining overall health. According to the Centers for Disease Control, mental illnesses are among the most common health conditions in the United States; more than 1 in 5 US adults live with a mental illness, and over 1 in 5 youth (ages 13-18) either currently or at some point during their life, have had a seriously debilitating mental illness.
Poor mental health puts someone at risk for many types of physical health problems, particularly long-lasting conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Conversely, chronic conditions can increase the risk of mental illness.
Strategies and Leads
| Strategies | Leads |
| Expand access to and use of treatment and community support programs for all residents with a unique focus on those involved in the criminal justice system. | COAT (Criminal Justice and Treatment and Recovery Branch) |
| Support healthcare providers (including medical, dental, veterinary, and others) with education about the nature of addiction and with information about how providers can collaborate with other medical, behavioral, and peer support resources in our community to ensure patients have the comprehensive services they need for recovery. | COAT (Prescription Branch) |
| Identify Q+-affirming medical, behavioral, and mental health providers through the creation of a publicly available LGBTQ+ Provider Directory. | LGBTQ+ Health Alliance |
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