North Sound Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organi

North Sound Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organi, doing business as North Sound BHO, is a corporate entity and other not for profit organization that provides behavioral health administrative services. On September 1, 2021, North Sound BHO was awarded a $2 million Project Grant from the Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration to implement rural communities opioid response services through August 31, 2024.

Through prime and sub awards, North Sound BHO has provided a variety of behavioral health services, including substance use disorder treatment, counseling, recovery support, homeless outreach, and permanent supportive housing assistance. These services have been funded through federal grants from the Health Resources and Services Administration, the Health Care Authority, and other agencies. North Sound BHO has worked as a sub recipient under the Health Care Authority to deliver programs assisting those with serious mental illness, substance abuse issues, or facing homelessness. Specific federal grant sub awards received have also focused on peer recovery services, expanding telehealth access for opioid addiction treatment, and responding to increased behavioral health needs stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic.