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HHS Secretary Kennedy Unveils Eight Communities Awarded $96 Million from the New STREETS Initiative

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  • Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs (ASPA)

  • October 2, 2026

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    HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. announced the STREETS initiative, awarding $96 million to eight communities for coordinated care systems.

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    The STREETS program aims to support individuals experiencing homelessness with serious mental illness and substance use disorders.

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    Each selected community will receive $3 million annually over four years to implement evidence-based treatment and recovery support.

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    SAMHSA will oversee the STREETS initiative, emphasizing a Treatment First approach to enhance health and reduce recurrent homelessness.

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    The initiative promotes collaboration among local governments, health care providers, and community organizations to establish integrated care systems.

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Secretary Kennedy Announces 8 Communities to Receive $96 Million Through New STREETS Program

  • by Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs (ASPA)

  • October 2, 2026

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