Category: Behavioral Health

Illinois launches children’s behavioral health portal

by Ryan Voyles | Jan 16, 2025 | Behavioral Health, Top Stories | 0

An online portal connecting Illinoisans to mental health services formally launched this week.

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Thirteen groups receive $200 million in healthcare transformation capital funds

by Ryan Voyles | Dec 19, 2024 | Behavioral Health, Medicaid/Medicare, Top Stories | 0

Thirteen organizations will receive $200 million in state funds to support projects addressing health-related social needs and reducing healthcare disparities in historically underserved communities.

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Advocates highlight funding, administrative challenges for substance use disorder treatment

by Ryan Voyles | Nov 8, 2024 | Behavioral Health, Legislature, Opioids, Top Stories | 0

Funding shortages and administrative burdens continue to be barriers for substance use disorder providers, advocates told lawmakers Thursday.

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Johnson releases $17.3 billion budget proposal

by Ryan Voyles | Oct 31, 2024 | Behavioral Health, Top Stories | 0

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled his $17.3 billion spending plan Wednesday, which includes more funding to expand the city’s mental health services.

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Illinois plans expansion of beds at Choate Mental Health and Development Center

by Ryan Voyles | Oct 29, 2024 | Behavioral Health, Top Stories | 0

The Department of Human Services said Monday it plans to expand the number of beds for mental health services at the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Anna.

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