In a recent article for Grantmakers in Health, Rick Ybarra, senior program officer at the Hogg Foundation, explores how philanthropy can contribute to supporting and building a stronger, more robust, and durable nonprofit sector.
Philanthropy has forever espoused the term “sustainability.” We ask in grant applications and in our conversations with grant partners: “What’s your sustainability plan?” and “How do you plan to sustain your program once the grant ends?” Read more…
Peer Support Services
Certified peer specialists and recovery specialists are an essential part of the mental health workforce. The “lived experience” of peer specialists has a value typically not offered by other mental health providers. Peer support services can include services to...
Mental Health Funding
The 83rd Legislature prioritized mental health services and increased mental health funding. Although data showing the impact of those funds is still limited due to insufficient time to fully evaluate the various projects, preliminary data shows that access to...
Mental Health Funding
The 83rd Legislature prioritized mental health services and increased mental health funding. Although data showing the impact of those funds is still limited due to insufficient time to fully evaluate the various projects, preliminary data shows that access to...
Integration of Behavioral Health and Primary Care Services
The funding for Medicaid behavioral health and primary care services have been integrated through recent expansions of managed care. However, behavioral health and primary care services have not been integrated. SB 58 (83rd) directed HHSC to integrate behavioral...
Integration of Behavioral Health and Primary Care Services
The funding for Medicaid behavioral health and primary care services have been integrated through recent expansions of managed care. However, behavioral health and primary care services have not been integrated. SB 58 (83rd) directed HHSC to integrate behavioral...
Recovery-Focused Treatment and Support
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), recovery is a process of service delivery that promotes change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their...