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Upcoming Events:
Abilities Group Night
September 1
Embrace the spirit of inclusivity and solidarity with those with disabilities at Margaritaville Night at the Ballpark.
Creating Your Own Path Autism Conference 2024
September 5
The 10th Annual Creating Your Own Path autism conference will be held on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at The Hilton Jackson in Jackson, MS.
Boots on the Ground by Project GAP
September 5
International Charity Day is a world-wide day to give back. Our Charity Day aims to bring together community resources to fill a critical gap in support for those who need it most.
Is your child in crisis?
If you’re worried about the safety of your child or the safety of others around your child, the Mississippi Department of Mental Health has certified, 24/7 in-person crisis response services around the state that you can call at 1-877-210-8513.
You can also call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
Have a concern about your child?
If you’re a parent or someone raising a child and you have a concern, you can now call our Parent Concern Line at 601-608-7525 to get help and resources.
Issues with your child's school?
If your child has been sent home from school or you’re having other problems with your school or district, we have resources to help you learn more about your rights and people you can partner with to exercise those rights.
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From Our Blog...
Commenting on MDMH Standards: MAP Teams and Peer Support
Making A Plan (MAP) Teams are local interagency groups that include and partner with families to be the single point of entry into the system of care for children with
Commenting on MDMH Standards: Day Treatment and School-Based Services
Over the past few weeks, we have explained that the Mississippi Department of Education requires public schools to implement multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) for all students, but not all
Commenting on MDMH Standards: Wraparound, MYPAC and Intensive Community Support
Wraparound is a nationally recognized, evidenced-based care coordination model that lets families pick the services they believe will work best for them from their chosen providers. It is in state