City of Seattle announces $7M in youth mental health spending

City of Seattle announces $7M in youth mental health spending

Seattle has announced $7 million in new partnerships as it expands mental health services for teens and young adults. The spending was included in Mayor Bruce Harrell's priorities as his office responded with a $14.5 million plan focused on intervention, mental health, and "school-based safety specialists" following last year's deadly shooting at Garfield High School.…

Unifying Networks to InnovaTE (UNITE): A Whole of System Approach for Youth Mental Health

THE CHALLENGE Mental health and substance use disorders are a major threat to the well-being and future potential of young people. There can be no health without mental health and most mental health challenges begin before the age of 24. Nova Scotians experience higher rates of mental health and substance use disorders, suicidality, and report […]