How Counties Are Responding to Behavioral Health Needs and Improving Public Safety
This overview of Stepping Up highlights the accomplishments of the initiative to date, including county successes, and discusses the focus areas for the future of Stepping Up.
As the Stepping Up initiative marks its 10th year, America’s justice and behavioral health systems are facing a…
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19 states were recently granted permission by CMS to reimburse critical reentry services with Medicaid funding for up…
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"It is the humane, person-centered approach that supports and stabilizes individuals, their families, and their communities."
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The 10-Year Impact—and Future—of Stepping Up: Facing the Behavioral Health Crisis in Jails and Communities with Real Solutions
As the Stepping Up initiative marks its 10th year, America’s justice and…
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A “Once in a Generation Opportunity” to Improve Reentry for Nearly 2 Million People
19 states were recently granted permission by CMS to reimburse critical reentry…
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Local Criminal Justice System Innovations in Mental Health Services: Q&A with CSG Justice Center Advisory Board Member Dr. Doreen Williams
"It is the humane, person-centered approach that supports and stabilizes individuals, their…
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Bipartisan House Coalition Backs Continued Funding for Key Public Safety and Mental Health Programs
Congressional leaders are urging appropriations for the Justice and Mental Health Collaboration…
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Kansas Counties Pilot New “Stepping Up for Youth” Framework to Reduce Detention, Improve Behavioral Health Care
They adapted our adult-focused framework that has been implemented in over 500 counties…
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