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The NRI Newsletter is a bi-monthly publication that brings together news and events relevant to our stakeholders of the public behavioral health system.
June 25, 2020

SPOTLIGHT


Early Serious Mental Illness Treatment Locator

SAMHSA’s Early Serious Mental Illness Treatment Locator is a confidential and anonymous source of information for persons and their family members who are seeking treatment facilities in the United States or U.S. Territories for a recent onset of serious mental illnesses such as psychosis, schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, or other conditions. These evidence-based programs provide medication therapy, family and peer support, assistance with education and employment and other services.

SAMHSA has integrated data on first episode psychosis programs that was provided by NASMHPD and the NASMHPD Research Institute (NRI) into its existing treatment locator. Users receive information on Coordinated Specialty Care and other first episode psychosis programs operating in their state. This tool is designed to help quickly connect individuals with effective care in order to reduce the risk of disability.  Access the SMI Treatment Locator.
     

STATE AND FEDERAL


Joint Statement from the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors and the National Council for Behavioral Health

Thousands Flock to Health Insurance Marketplaces as Coverage Shifts Due to COVID-19

COVID-19 has affected nearly every aspect of American life, including access to health insurance coverage, which is critical during a pandemic. Read more.

HHS Announces Enhanced Provider Portal, Relief Fund Payments for Safety Net Hospitals, Medicaid & CHIP Providers

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released details on how the Department intends to disburse funding to Medicaid providers from the provider relief fund. Learn more.

Georgia Emotional Support Resources

The Georgia COVID-19 Emotional Support Line provides free and confidential assistance to callers needing emotional support or resources information as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Emotional Support Line is staffed by volunteers, including mental health professionals and others who have received training in crisis counseling. Learn more.

CMS Reminds Nursing Facilities that Law and Regulation Prohibit Seizure of Residents' COVID Stimulus Payments

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a press release noting its awareness of allegations that nursing homes are seizing residents' CARES Act economic impact payments. Learn more.

CMS Issues New Guidance on Resuming Non-COVID Health Care Activities

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued a new set of recommendations for states and localities that meet federal Phase 2 reopening criteria to assist in re-opening facilities and providing non-emergent, non-COVID-19 health care. Read more.

CMS Releases Updated Transformed Medicaid Statistical Information System (T-MSIS) Data Quality Standing of State

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released updated information on the progress of each states Transformed Medicaid Statistical Information System (T-MSIS) data quality based on a set of measures and benchmark comparisons for all states grouped into T-MSIS Priority Items (TPI) on Medicaid.gov. Learn more.

RESEARCH


Brief Suicide Prevention Interventions May Reduce Subsequent Attempts

A meta-analysis of 14 studies found that brief suicide prevention interventions for patients at risk of suicide are associated with reduced subsequent suicide attempts and increased linkage to follow-up care, but not with reduced depression symptoms. The findings were published in JAMA Psychiatry. Read more.

Veterans With Schizophrenia or Bipolar Disorder at Increased Risk of Dementia, Study Finds

Veterans with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder are significantly more likely to develop dementia than veterans without these disorders, according to a study published in Psychiatric Services in Advance. Read more.

Volunteering May Boost Longevity, Mental Health in Adults Over 50

Volunteering at least two hours a week may increase longevity and improve mental health in adults over age 50, suggests a study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Read more.

Psychosocial Therapies Found to Boost Immune Function

Psychosocial interventions can improve the function of the immune system, according to a meta-analysis published in JAMA Psychiatry. These findings may be particularly timely in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, as people with weaker immune systems are at higher risk of worse outcomes from COVID-19. Read more.

HELPFUL RESOURCES


See our full list of COVID-19 Resources.

SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.  

June is PTSD Awareness Month

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event. Nearly everyone will experience a range of reactions after trauma, yet most people recover from initial symptoms naturally. Those who continue to experience problems may be diagnosed with PTSD. Learn more.  
     

MEMBER HIGHLIGHT



Miriam Delphin-Rittmon, Ph.D. is a member at large on the NRI Board of Directors. She serves as as Commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services..

NRI's Board of Directors

UPCOMING
WEBINARS


June 26: GAINS Navigating System Cultures Across the SIM

June 28: Data and Information Sharing Virtual Learning Community Part 3: Data Sharing among Criminal Justice and Behavioral Health Partners—Mechanisms and Platforms for Efficient Data and Information Sharing

June 28: GAINS Center- Data & Information Sharing across the SIM Discussion Group #3

June 29: GAINS Cultural Competence Across the SIM webinar

June 30: Technology Based Outreach to Increase Access to Care and Support in Times of Crisis

July 2: COVID-19 Impact on the Treatment of Youth with Co-Occurring Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders

July 30: Supporting Reentry for People with Mental and Substance Use Disorders: Establishing Recovery Housing

FUNDING


July 1: Building Local Operational Capacity for COVID-19 Demonstration Site Project

July 1: Estimating the Prevalence and Probability of Homeless Youth

July 13: Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences through Essentials for Childhood

July 13: School-Based Mental Health Services Grant Program

Sept 15: AHRQ Cross-Sectional Innovation to Improve Rural Postpartum Mental Health Challenge

Aug 7: RADx-UP Coordination and Data Collection Center

Aug 25: Implementing and Sustaining Evidence-Based Mental Health Practices in Low-Resource Settings to Achieve Equity in Outcomes 
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