The State of Alaska Department of Health is receiving a $1,800,000 Project Grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) under the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Projects of Regional and National Significance (CFDA 93.243) program. The grant, awarded on September 30, 2024, will fund the "Promoting the Integration of Primary and Behavioral Health Care (PIPBHCA) in Alaska" initiative. This 5-year project aims to improve the identification and treatment of mental health conditions for Alaskans presenting in primary care settings by implementing the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) at three primary care providers/practices in Alaska. Key objectives include increasing the capacity for integrated primary and behavioral health services, improving early detection and treatment of behavioral health symptoms, and increasing patient engagement in treatment. The project is expected to serve a total of 1,250 unduplicated individuals across the 5-year period. This grant aligns with SAMHSA's mission to address priority substance abuse and mental health needs through evidence-based, community-based interventions.
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