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Upcoming Events:
Save the Date: Annual Community Health Fair
October 26
Mark your calendars for Community Counseling's Annual Community Health Fair which will be held on Saturday, October 26.
14th Annual SHERO Gala Awards Dinner
October 26
BBGDF presents the 14th annual SHERO Gala awards ceremony in honor and recognition of our devoted and highly-deserving honorees.
Out of The Darkness Walk at Ballard Park
October 26
Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost.
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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Let's Work Together.
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From Our Blog...
Talk to Legislators about K- 12 Mental Health Task Force Recommendations
The K-12 Mental Health Task Force released its recommendations earlier in October. You can read the full report here. Legislators may use any or all of these recommendations to propose
Recap: Mississippi Senate Hearing on Women, Children and Families in October 2024
Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann established a committee to study the needs of women, children and families in November 2022. Senator Nicole Boyd chairs the committee. Chairman Boyd held eight hours
CMS Issues New Guidance for Medicaid-funded Children’s Services
On September 26, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the federal agency that oversees Medicaid, sent a letter to all state Medicaid directors titled “Best Practices for
