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January 16, 2014

Mental Health Program Championed by Bert Nash Poised to Get Federal Funding to Go Nationwide

An idea championed by Lawrence’s Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center soon may be going nationwide.

The $1.1 trillion budget bill approved by the U.S. House of Representatives today includes $15 million in funding to nationally launch a mental health first aid program that was tested in Lawrence.

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If a mental health or substance use challenge is affecting you or someone you know, there are several resources available to learn more or get connected with help. If you are in crisis, or you know someone who is, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or dial 911 in case of emergency.

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