The headline says it all. California lawmakers need to pass Assembly Bill 988! On Saturday, July 16 the new 988 number launched nationwide, connecting callers with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Folks in crisis now don’t […]
(Sacramento) On Monday Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 154 – Budget Act of 2022. The Steinberg Institute commends state leaders for their continued commitment to mental health and substance use disorder needs. The budget includes investments to […]
We are excited to announce an important addition to the Steinberg Institute team. Corey Hashida joins the Steinberg Institute as Senior Advocate. Corey will work with fellow Senior Advocate Tara Gamboa-Eastman on our legislative, policy and budget […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and a perfect opportunity to highlight the importance of talking about and treating mental illness. On Tuesday, May 10 Steinberg Institute CEO Karen Larsen joined the anchor team from CBS Sacramento […]
California’s kids are struggling. The pandemic and related issues have created a mental health crisis for our kids. California’s educators have been on the front lines of this challenge. It’s time for bold and collaborative action. In […]
“Everyone knows someone who suffers from brain illness, though it is rarely discussed.” This is one of three indisputable facts that guide our vision to create a system of care in which brain illness is addressed with […]
120 Days Before July 16 Launch, Leading Mental Health Organizations Offer State and Municipal Leaders a Comprehensive Roadmap for Emergency Response Preparedness Washington, D.C. – March 16, 2022 – The CEO Alliance for Mental Health, a collaborative […]
Today Governor Gavin Newsom announced a new framework for providing community-based care and support for Californians struggling with severe mental health and substance use disorders. Called “Community Assistance, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) Court,” the proposal would create […]
To address a growing shortage, SB 964 increases investment in California’s mental health workforce and creates new opportunities for recent Masters in Social Work graduates SACRAMENTO – Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) introduced Senate Bill 964, the […]
California Counties will utilize a proven model to meet ambitious goals and ensure more Californians with severe mental illness receive care (Sacramento) Legislation introduced today by Senator Susan Talamantes Eggman (D – Stockton) will focus the Mental […]
