Debra A. Pinals, MD, Brian Hepburn, MD, and Joseph Parks, MD will speak about the response of behavioral health systems and facilities to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Their presentation will cover preparedness and response for state hospitals, crisis services, residential & community treatment services, and the criminal & civil justice interface. They will also speak about the challenges regarding financing for community providers, providing medication, adapting to changing technology, and special behavioral health populations such as people experiencing homelessness, children, and older adults.