SAMHSA Announces More Than $281 Million in Funding Opportunities to Address Addiction, Overdose, and Mental Illness and Promote Recovery - Scorecard - MDSpire
Clinical Scorecard: SAMHSA Unveils Over $281 Million in Grant Opportunities to Combat Addiction, Overdose, and Mental Health Issues While Supporting Recovery Efforts
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Substance Use Disorders and Mental Health Issues
Key Mechanisms
Funding for a range of behavioral health services including treatment, prevention, and recovery support.
Target Population
Individuals with substance use disorders, mental health issues, and their families.
Care Setting
Community-based behavioral health services
Key Highlights
$68.2 million for Medication-Assisted Treatment grants to expand access to opioid use disorder medications.
$55.7 million for Project AWARE grants to develop school-based mental health programs.
$40.6 million for National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative grants to provide trauma treatment for children.
$34.7 million for First Responders grants to train communities in opioid overdose reversal.
$10.5 million for Treatment, Recovery and Workforce Support grants for individuals in recovery.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Management
Expand access to evidence-based treatment for substance use disorders and mental health issues.
Monitoring & Follow-up
Risks
Potential for increased opioid misuse and overdose without proper community support and education.
Patient & Prescribing Data
Individuals with substance use disorders and mental health issues.
Focus on integrated care and community support to enhance recovery outcomes.
Clinical Best Practices
Implement trauma-informed care in treatment settings.
Promote collaboration between physical and behavioral health care providers.
Enhance mental health literacy and awareness in communities.
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