Unaffordable Housing Harmed Black & Latinx Children Even Before COVID-19

key takeaway California’s behavioral health system depends on Medi-Cal to serve adults and children. Changes under H.R. 1 threaten Medi-Cal’s core funding and eligibility, putting at risk the state’s investments in behavioral health and housing and leaves more Californians without access to needed care. California has made historic progress in transforming its behavioral health system, … Continued

key takeaway California’s Behavioral Health Services Act (formerly MHSA) now directs more funding toward behavioral health care, housing, and treatment for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. As counties prepare to implement new integrated plans by 2026, the BHSA will play a critical role in shaping partnerships across the behavioral health and housing continuum. … Continued