Department: Public Health Services
Department Head/Elected Official: Barbie L. Robinson, MPP, JD, CHC - Executive Director
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Grant
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services for grant funds of up to $2.5 million, with no required match, for the FY2024 Community-Based Maternal Behavioral Health Services Program.
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Background and Discussion:
The Community-Based Maternal Behavioral Health Services Program provides support to enhance access to comprehensive perinatal mental health services aimed at reducing the risks of maternal morbidity and mortality associated with perinatal anxiety and depression among mothers, fathers, and other caregivers. The program aims to create a support network for birthing individuals, ensuring a secure environment for families to receive essential mental health support. Harris County Public Health is seeking funds to expand its Maternal Mental Health Program, which identifies pregnant individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance abuse challenges and connects them with behavioral health care services at HCPH and across Harris County.
Expected Impact:
By offering targeted preventive mental health interventions for birthing individuals, HCPH aims to reduce perinatal anxiety and depression, thereby lowering maternal morbidity and mortality rates across Harris County. Establishing a supportive care network will create a safe environment for families during the prenatal and postpartum periods, ensuring they receive essential mental health suppor...
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