Greeley man awarded for dedication to mental health
Mental Health America of Colorado honored Kevin Thompson, of Greeley, above left, for his dedication to mental health at the organization’s 15th annual Legislative Education Day Feb. 8. His efforts include local, regional and statewide advocacy work on behalf of people living with mental illness. Click here to read the full article in TheTribune.
READ MORECanvas the Film
Several CBHC staff and member representatives were fortunate to attend a screening of the film Canvas at the Carriage House of the Governor’s Mansion on February 12, 2008. The film, written and directed by Joseph Greco, tells the story of how a family and community are touched by the mental illness of a mother diagnosed [...]
READ MOREColorado Behavioral Health Task Force Report
The Behavioral Health Task Force Report is available for viewing or downloading at http://www.csi-policy.org/1050taskforce/
READ MOREMental health leaders honor Sen. Boyd
Colorado’s community mental health system is a vast network of providers and partners that few people fully understand. A local legislator has been honored for going the extra mile to understand and support this critical system. Sen. Betty Boyd, District 21, was chosen based on her support for mental health, participation in the mental health [...]
READ MOREHall accepts state and national appointments
Jefferson Center for Mental Health has a reputation for innovation and effectiveness. So does Dr. Harriet Hall, Ph.D., Jefferson Center’s President and Chief Executive Officer. Hall’s leadership and vision continue earning her attention and respect from across the state and nation. Most recently, Governor Ritter appointed Hall to the Governor’s Community Corrections Advisory Council which [...]
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National Council News
- Survey Finds Behavioral Health Professionals Earn Less Than Fast Food Workers April 11, 2011
- 2011 Class Chosen for National Council Psychiatric Leadership Program April 7, 2011
- National Council Leadership Program to Eliminate Health Disparities March 14, 2011
- Experienced Voices Portray the Real Needs of Persons with Mental Illness March 14, 2011
SAMHSA News
- TIP 54: Managing Chronic Pain in Adults With or in Recovery From Substance Use Disorders January 1, 2012
- Injection Drug Abuse Admissions to Substance Abuse Treatment: 1992 and 2009 December 1, 2011
- Results from the 2010 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH): Mental Health Findings December 1, 2011