HHS Announces Nearly $35 Million To Strengthen Mental Health Support for Children and Young Adults

The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced nearly $35 million in funding opportunities in March 2022 to strengthen and expand community mental health services and suicide prevention programs for America’s children and young adults. 

As part of the announcement, HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra begins a National Tour to Strengthen Mental Health, which is a listening effort to hear from citizens, speak with local leaders, and learn from mental health providers. There are seven grant programs from SAMHSA and of the Office of Mental Health included in this announcement.

Read the full announcement here.