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State report recommends sweeping changes to Virginia psychiatric

(6 days ago) WebIn a sweeping report released Monday, a state commission recommended changes to Virginia’s decade-old “bed of last resort” law and urged the state to put greater pressure on private hospitals to accept patients under commitment orders. The …

https://virginiamercury.com/2023/12/12/jlarc-recommends-changes-to-bed-of-last-resort-law-more-private-psychiatric-admissions/

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Mental Health Services - Virginia Department of …

(8 days ago) WebVirginia’s Mental Health Laws. Information about Virginia law governing behavioral health and developmental services can be found in Section 37.2 of the Code of Virginia.

https://dbhds.virginia.gov/behavioral-health/mental-health-services/

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Editorial: Legislature must act swiftly to address crisis in …

(Just Now) WebIn 2022, the General Assembly directed the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee to study Virginia’s mental health hospitals and recommend …

https://www.pilotonline.com/2023/12/14/editorial-legislature-must-act-swiftly-to-address-crisis-in-virginia-psychiatric-hospitals/

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Key moments in Virginia’s effort to reform mental health care

(4 days ago) WebBy Washington Post staff. November 18, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. EST. Virginia state Sen. R. Creigh Deeds (D-Charlottesville) gets to work at the Virginia Capitol in …

https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2023/11/18/virginia-mental-health-key-moments-reforms/

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Clinic Helps Pass Mental Health Reforms in Virginia

(9 days ago) WebApril 3, 2023. Mike Fox. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email. With the help of two University of Virginia School of Law students, mental health legislation to address overcrowding in …

https://www.law.virginia.edu/news/202304/clinic-helps-pass-mental-health-reforms-virginia

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Code of Virginia (2023 Updates)

(3 days ago) WebTitle 37.2. Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (2023 Updates) Subtitle I. General Provisions. Chapter 2. State Board of Behavioral Health and Developmental …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacodeupdates/title37.2/

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Surging need creates safety issues at Va. mental hospitals, study …

(7 days ago) WebThe report is the latest red flag for Virginia’s mental health system, which Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) called in crisis late last year before unveiling $230 million to …

https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2023/12/12/virginia-mental-health-jlarc-report/

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First known legal test of mental health reform law alleges Virginia

(7 days ago) WebThe thorny impacts of the law have driven debate and efforts at change in Richmond for years, including by the author of the bill, state Sen. Creigh Deeds (D-Bath), …

https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2022/03/12/virginia-sued-psych-beds-/

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Title 37.2. Behavioral Health and Developmental Services - Virginia …

(6 days ago) WebDefinitions (§§ 37.2-100 through 37.2-101) Chapter 2. State Board of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (§§ 37.2-200 through 37.2-204) Chapter 3. Department of …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title37.2/

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Demand for mental health services outpaces expectations

(5 days ago) WebBy: Kate Masters - August 15, 2022 12:05 am. Eastern State Hospital in James City County is one of Virginia’s eight publicly run mental hospitals, which have struggled with …

https://virginiamercury.com/2022/08/15/demand-for-mental-health-services-outpaces-expectations/

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More patients in crisis are falling through cracks of Virginia's

(6 days ago) WebDuring the same period, the percentage of TDO patients taken by state hospitals climbed from 8.8% to 23.9%, leading some in the field to unofficially rename …

https://www.whro.org/2023-06-26/more-patients-in-crisis-are-falling-through-cracks-of-virginia-s-psychiatric-commitment-system

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Behavioral Health Plan - hhr.virginia.gov

(9 days ago) WebGovernor Youngkin created Right Help Right Now to reform our current behavioral health system in Virginia and support individuals in crisis.The goal of Right Help Right Now is …

https://www.hhr.virginia.gov/initiatives/behavioral-health/

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Virginia Compacts

(5 days ago) WebPDF. email. § 54.1-3500.1. Counseling Compact [in effect beginning January 1, 2024] § 54.1-3500.1. (Effective January 1, 2024) Counseling Compact. The General …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/compacts/counseling-compact-[in-effect-beginning-january-1,-2024]/

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New state budget boosts mental health services, Chesterfield …

(Just Now) WebVirginia Senator Creigh Deeds, (D - Charlottesville) who’s been fighting for mental health access in the wake of his son’s tragic 2013 death, says the budget …

https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/virginia-state-budget-may-13-2024

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Civil Commitment Law Changes - Virginia Department of …

(7 days ago) WebCivil Commitment Law Changes. The Virginia General Assembly passed a number of legislative changes to Virginia’s civil commitment laws during its 2014 and 2015 …

https://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/library/mental%20health%20services/main-pages_xXxXx.html

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312#4h (DBHDS) Reduce Increase for Mental Health Access

(5 days ago) WebExplanation. (This amendment reduces general funds in the introduced budget by $1.4 million each year for the Virginia Mental Health Access Program, increasing overall …

https://budget.lis.virginia.gov/amendment/2022/1/HB30/Introduced/FA/312/4h/

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VA Disability Changes: Here’s What Veterans Can Expect in 2024!

(Just Now) WebHere’s a list of four big VA rating changes for 2024: #1. Changes to the VA rating criteria for Mental Health: I think this is GOOD for veterans. #2. Changes to the …

https://vaclaimsinsider.com/va-disability-changes/

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Virginia lawmakers have a compromise on the state budget

(Just Now) WebVirginia lawmakers headed to Richmond to vote on the state’s 2-year budget after legislators said they have a compromised agreement with Governor Glenn …

https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2024/05/13/virginia-lawmakers-have-a-compromise-on-the-state-budget/

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Data shows which Hampton Roads cities saw drops or increases in …

(1 days ago) WebHampton is one of two police agencies in Hampton Roads that experienced a rise in ECOs in that period. The city saw a rise of almost 200 patient cases, with 462 in 2022 and 654 …

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/heres-how-many-mental-health-related-custody-orders-hampton-roads-cities-handled/ar-BB1mqsNi

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Lawyer's Tragic Mental Health Breakdown Is a Cautionary Tale

(1 days ago) WebThe 2023 data set included almost 3,000 lawyers who were asked questions about mental health in relation to their firm’s culture and policies. 38.2% of them said …

https://www.findlaw.com/legalblogs/practice-of-law/lawyers-tragic-mental-health-breakdown-is-a-cautionary-tale/

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§ 37.2-601. Behavioral health authorities; purpose - Virginia Law

(1 days ago) Webemail. § 37.2-601. Behavioral health authorities; purpose. A. The Department, for the purposes of establishing, maintaining, and promoting the development of behavioral …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title37.2/chapter6/section37.2-601/

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TN legislature: New bills passed in 2024 will change justice system

(7 days ago) WebBills affecting TN justice system passed in 2024: Prison time, bail rules, mental health. While debates over the governor's controversial private school voucher …

https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/politics/2024/05/06/tennessee-legislature-2024-new-bills-passed-change-judicial-system/73501872007/

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Wide-Ranging Veterans Bill Gets Agreement Between House and …

(7 days ago) WebThe Department of Veterans Affairs caregiver program, the beleaguered electronic health records program, veteran homelessness support and more would see …

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/05/14/package-of-stalled-veterans-legislation-set-move-forward-after-house-senate-agreement.html

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State behavioral health services to be completely reformed after

(7 days ago) WebGovernor Kim Reynolds signed house file 2673 into law Wednesday morning in Cedar Rapids. It combines different behavioral health services all across the state into …

https://www.kcrg.com/2024/05/15/state-behavioral-health-services-be-completely-reformed-after-gov-reynolds-signs-law/

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312#4h (DBHDS) Expand Virginia Mental Health Access Program.

(7 days ago) WebExplanation. (This amendment provides $7.9 million the second year from the general fund to expand the Virginia Mental Health Access Program (VMAP), bringing the fiscal year …

https://budget.lis.virginia.gov/amendment/2023/1/HB1400/Introduced/MR/312/4h/

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Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signs new law reforming mental health …

(1 days ago) WebDES MOINES, Iowa — Changes are coming to Iowa's mental healthsystem and the way it is ran. Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a bill into lawWednesday that …

https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/local-politics/gov-kim-reynolds-signs-law-mental-health-system-iowa-reforms/524-1bc0a200-7b7d-4209-ad64-369889ab1caa

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VA rule change could mean health care benefits for a million more …

(1 days ago) WebDana Sukontarak. May 14, 2024 1:39 pm. 9 min read. The Department of Veterans Affairs has made a major change in the rules for veterans who left military …

https://federalnewsnetwork.com/veterans-affairs/2024/05/va-rule-change-could-mean-health-care-benefits-for-a-million-more-veterans/

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New data reveals decline in cannabis-related pediatric ER visits

(3 days ago) WebThe vice president of communications with Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association, Julian Walker, said emergency rooms have seen a 21.5% decrease in …

https://wtop.com/virginia/2024/05/new-data-reveals-a-decline-in-cannabis-related-pediatric-er-visits-in-virginia-in-6-months-following-law-regulating-the-industry/

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§ 37.2-817.01. Mandatory outpatient treatment - Virginia Law

(4 days ago) WebMandatory outpatient treatment. § 37.2-817.01. Mandatory outpatient treatment. A. Prior to ordering involuntary admission pursuant to § 37.2-817, a judge or special justice shall …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title37.2/chapter8/section37.2-817.01/

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Iowa mental health, substance use system consolidation signed …

(Just Now) WebNew law consolidates mental health, substance use disorder services. Now that the bill has been signed into law, the clock is ticking for top officials at Iowa's human …

https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/2024/05/15/iowa-mental-health-substance-use-system-consolidation-signed-into-law-kim-reynolds/73672968007/

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Family of California Navy veteran who died after officer knelt on …

(8 days ago) WebFamily members of the Navy veteran who died in 2020 after a police officer pressed a knee to his neck for nearly five minutes while he was in a mental health crisis have settled a …

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/family-of-california-navy-veteran-who-died-after-officer-knelt-on-his-neck-settles-lawsuit-for-7-5m/ar-BB1mswVs

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§ 37.2-817. Involuntary admission - Virginia Law

(1 days ago) Web§ 37.2-817.Involuntary admission. A. The district court judge or special justice shall render a decision on the petition for involuntary admission after the appointed examiner has …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title37.2/chapter8/section37.2-817/

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The huge solar storm is keeping power grid and - Health News …

(4 days ago) WebThe NOAA center predicted that this current storm could induce auroras visible as far south as Northern California and Alabama. Around the world on social media, …

https://health.wusf.usf.edu/npr-health/2024-05-10/the-huge-solar-storm-is-keeping-power-grid-and-satellite-operators-on-edge

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The Possible Collapse of the U.S. Home Insurance System

(6 days ago) Web68. Hosted by Sabrina Tavernise. Featuring Christopher Flavelle. Produced by Nina Feldman , Shannon M. Lin and Jessica Cheung. Edited by MJ Davis Lin. With …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/15/podcasts/the-daily/climate-insurance.html

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