What's New August 2005

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA's) National Mental Health Information Center's Web site and call center offer users of mental health services-families, the general public, policymakers, providers, and the media-reliable information and resources to support mental health needs and objectives. This service is administered through SAMHSA's Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS) division.

The resources listed below may be useful to you in your support of youth and adult mental health. Please post this information on your Web sites or listservs or use it in any other way that is convenient. We would appreciate a link back to SAMHSA's National Mental Health Information Center Web site as your source.

You can order printed materials at your convenience at http://nmhicstore.samhsa.gov/publications/ordering.aspx or call 1-800-789-2647 for bilingual information services (TDD: 866-889-2647) weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST. Some publications may be available only for downloading online.

Features for August 2005

• New Feature: Free Web Service
• Anti-Bullying Campaign
• CMHS Program Spotlight
• August 2005 Speeches
• National Observance
• SAMHSA's Listserv Facility

New Feature: Mental Health Facility Locator Web Service

Enhance your online client services with CMHS' new Facility Locator Web Service. This free service allows your users remote access to all data contained in the CMHS Mental Health Services Locator. To learn more and get step-by-step instructions for implementing this service on your own Web site, go to http://mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/webservice/.

15+ Make Time To Listen, Take Time To Talk...About Bullying

This segment of the 15+ campaign provides information, resources, and tools to help family members, other caregivers, and professionals who influence children's lives to deter bullying. Also available are tips, resources, and games to help young people understand bullying and learn ways to stop it in themselves and others. The goal of the 15+ initiative is to promote healthy child development and to prevent youth and school-based violence.

CMHS Program Spotlight: Emergency Mental Health and Traumatic Stress/Disaster Mental Health Programs

CMHS disaster mental health programs are conducted by the Emergency Mental Health and Traumatic Stress Services Branch of the Federal CMHS, in partnership with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The primary goal of this branch is to support aid to Americans in times of crisis. Learn more about the program and its resources at http://mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/cmhs/EmergencyServices/.

August 2005 Speech Postings

Remarks by A. Kathryn Power, M.Ed. Director

2005 Voice Awards
Opening Remarks & State Award Presentation
Hollywood, CA
July 20, 2005

Eliminating Mental Health Disparities
The Challenge and the Opportunities
Washington, DC
July 25, 2005

Mental Health System Transformation:
Realizing the Full Promise of the ADA
Washington, DC
July 26, 2005

Remarks by Frances Randolph D.P.H. Director, Office of the Director

Co-Occuring Disorders:
Navigating the Road Ahead
Austin, TX
July 26, 2005

National Observance

National Health Center Week, August 7-13, 2005-This annual health observance recognizes the service and contributions of community, migrant, homeless, and public housing health centers. During this week, communities are encouraged to participate in activities such as health fairs and screenings, blood drives, public forums, and open houses. The event theme this year is "The Proud Legacy of America's Health Centers: A Model for Today-A Solution for Tomorrow." Visit http://mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/highlights/august2005/health/ to learn more.

SAMHSA Listserv Facility

SAMHSA listservs provide information related to programs and activities supported by SAMHSA/CMHS. You may join any or all of the list topics that interest you at http://mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/listserv/

Thank you for your efforts to promote mental health awareness and provide support and services to those in need.

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SAMHSA's National Mental Health Information Center nmhic-info@samhsa.hhs.gov