March 2004

Developing Cultural Competence in Disaster Mental Health Programs: Guiding Principles and Recommendations
Designed to supplement information already available through CMHS, SAMHSA, and other sources, Developing Cultural Competence in Disaster Mental Health Programs highlights important common issues relating to cultural competence and to disaster mental health. Disaster mental health providers and workers can use and adapt the guidelines set forth in this document to meet the unique characteristics of individuals and communities affected directly or indirectly by a full range of natural and human-made disasters.

Remarks by A. Kathryn Power, M.Ed.
Federal Initiatives in Mental Health
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services'
National Systems Change Conference
March 3, 2004

Remarks by A. Kathryn Power, M.Ed.
Jail Diversion as a Public Health Intervention
CMHS Jail Diversion Targeted Capacity Expansion Annual Grantee Meeting
February 26, 2004

Remarks by A. Kathryn Power, M.Ed.
Treatment for Homeless Program
Technical Assistance Workshop
February 23, 2004

Remarks by A. Kathryn Power, M.Ed.
Federal Agency Update Panel
National Association of County Behavioral Health Director's Legislative Conference
February 26, 2004

Gary M. Blau, Ph.D. - Biography
Dr. Gary M. Blau is a Clinical Psychologist and is currently the Chief of the Child, Adolescent and Family Branch of the Center for Mental Health Services.

CMHS Program Spotlight -- Emergency Mental Health and Traumatic Stress Services Branch
The CMHS Emergency Mental Health and Traumatic Stress Services Branch assists States and communities in preparing for and responding to emergencies and disasters. Through a long-standing agreement with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Branch helps to ensure that persons affected by natural and man-made disasters receive short-term crisis counseling and ongoing support for emotional recovery.

Mental Retardation Awareness Month
Mental Retardation Awareness Month is an annual observance that focuses on increasing public awareness and understanding of the issues affecting people with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities.

National Social Work Month
National Social Work Month is an annual observance, celebrated in March of each year, that draws attention to the efforts of professional social workers who strive to improve society by working with, and advocating for, individuals in need of help with life's challenges.

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