Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program (JMHCP)

Justice & Mental Health Collaboration Program

Date Published

December 2019

Publication Type

Report (Technical Assistance), Report (Grant Sponsored), Program/Project Description, Grants and Funding, Factsheet

Agencies

BJA

Program Brief: Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program

Date Published

August 2018

Series

BJA Fact Sheets

Publication Type

Report (Technical Assistance), Program/Project Description, Factsheet

Agencies

BJA

Fact Sheet: Overview of Law Enforcement-Mental Health Resources

Date Published

August 2018

Series

BJA Fact Sheets

Publication Type

Report (Technical Assistance), Program/Project Description, Issue Overview, Factsheet

Agencies

BJA

NiKisha Love

Grants Management Specialist (State Policy Advisor)

[email protected]

More than $333 Million Awarded to Fight Opioid Crisis

The funds support first responders whose actions can often mean the difference between life and death for those who have overdosed, as well as families, children and crime victims dealing with the impact of substance abuse. Funding was awarded under a number of programs, including the Comprehensive Opioid Abuse Programs ($163 million), the Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program ($23.8 million), and the Drug Courts...

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

NIMH is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders.

Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

The mission of the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law is to protect and advance the civil rights of adults and children with mental illness or developmental disabilities.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

NAMI is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.

National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMPHD)

NASMHPD works with states, federal partners, and stakeholders to promote wellness, recovery, and resiliency for individuals with mental health conditions or co-occurring mental health and substance related disorders.

American Probation and Parole Association (APPA)

APPA's purpose is aimed at reducing recidivism to keep communities safe.

GAINS Center for Behavioral Health and Justice Transformation

The GAINS Center focuses on expanding access to services for people with mental and/or substance use disorders who come into contact with the justice system.

American Psychiatric Association Foundation

The American Psychiatric Association Foundation administers public outreach programs and support -- all aimed at eliminating stigma, overcoming mental illness and advancing mental health.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.

Council of State Governments (CSG) Justice Center

With funding support from BJA, the CSG Justice Center develops research-driven strategies to increase public safety and strengthen communities.

Justice Department is Awarding Almost $320 Million to Combat Opioid Crisis

View a fact sheet to learn about the FY 2018 awards made for BJA-specific programs, including the Comprehensive Opioid Abuse Site-based Program, Innovative Prosecution Solutions, Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program, and others.

National Law Enforcement-Mental Health Learning Site Program Expanded

In collaboration with BJA and the Police Foundation, the Council of State Governments Justice Center selected four agencies to serve as peer-to-peer learning sites and assist other law enforcement agencies in their efforts to improve services for people with mental illnesses. The agencies selected are: Madison County (TN) Sheriff's Office; Arlington (MA) Police Department; Jackson County (OH) Sheriff's Office; and Tucson (AZ) Police Department. Learn...

FY 2019 Improving Justice Mental Health Collaboration TTA Solicitation Webinar

May 2019

Series

Funding Webinar

This April 24, 2019, webinar provided details and guidance for potential applicants to the Improving Justice Mental Health Collaboration: Training and Technical Assistance to Grantees and the Field FY 2019 Competitive Grant Announcement.

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