COMPASSION OR CASH GRAB? –
June 28, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), announced the award of $31.5 million in behavioral health grants for children, youth and young adults today. Addressing the mental health crisis and overdose epidemic is a top priority of the Biden-Harris Administration, and part of President Biden’s Unity Agenda for the nation.
“Advancing the behavioral health needs of vulnerable populations is a top priority for HHS and this Administration,” said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra. “These grant programs help children, youth, young adults, and their families get the support and care they need.”
“We are working hard to help children and young people in this country, who are struggling more than ever before,” said Miriam E. Delphin-Rittmon, Ph.D., HHS Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use and the leader of SAMHSA. “Our goal is to develop and expand the programs that help children, young people, and their families so that they can thrive and achieve well-being.”
