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- 1Texas trains a new front line for mental health care▼Science & Medicine: Training a new front line for Texas mental health care
Texas is working to expand its mental health workforce by training a new front line of care providers. Texas Public Radio's Science & Medicine segment examined how the state is preparing these workers to address shortages in mental health services, a pressing issue as demand for care continues to outpace the availability of trained professionals across Texas.
- 2Yellowstone County launches mobile mental health crisis team with $3M grant●Yellowstone County launches mobile mental health crisis response team with $3M grant
Yellowstone County has launched a mobile mental health crisis response team, funded by a $3 million grant. The team will respond to mental health emergencies in the community, aiming to provide care on site rather than relying on law enforcement or emergency rooms. Details on staffing, coverage area and launch timeline have not yet been reported.
- 3Maine providers say mental health care access still falls short●Maine has more to do to boost access to mental health care, say providers and stakeholders
Mental health care providers and stakeholders in Maine say the state still has significant work to do to improve access to mental health services. They point to gaps in availability and barriers that keep residents from getting care, arguing that current efforts are not enough to meet demand across the state.