Mental health

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This week in Palo Alto, the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on April 28 that included several mental health-related agenda items affecting the city. Key actions included approving an agreement with The Henne Group to provide supportive telephone services for the Behavioral Health Call Center through June 2027, and staffing changes in the Behavioral Health Managed Care Division. The Board also recognized Pacific Clinics for their contributions to mental health and community well-being. Additional city-focused discussions took place in recent Public Safety & Justice Committee meetings, including presentations on the Behavioral Health Services Act PIVOT Project and ongoing efforts to address behavioral health priorities. These meetings reflect Palo Alto’s involvement in countywide mental health initiatives. - The Board approved adding a Behavioral Health Managed Care Division Director position while deleting a Program Manager III role. - An $894,200 contract was authorized for supportive telephone services at the Behavioral Health Call Center. - Commendations were given to Pacific Clinics for their mental health work. - Recent committee meetings reviewed behavioral health program updates and strategic plans. What to watch: Continued monitoring of the Behavioral Health Services Department budget and program developments will be important as Palo Alto navigates countywide mental health service challenges.

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