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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 . Section 37.2 includes statutes governing the emergency custody , temporary detention and …

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

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§ 54.1-2400.1. Mental health service providers; duty to

(5 days ago) Webemail. § 54.1-2400.1. Mental health service providers; duty to protect third parties; immunity. A. As used in this section: "Certified substance abuse counselor" means a …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title54.1/chapter24/section54.1-2400.1/

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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 …

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

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§ 37.2-814. Commitment hearing for involuntary - Virginia Law

(1 days ago) WebThe commitment hearing for involuntary admission shall be held after a sufficient period of time has passed to allow for completion of the examination required by § 37.2-815, …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title37.2/chapter8/section37.2-814/

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Mental Health Law: Civil Commitments in Virginia

(7 days ago) WebAccording to Virginia Code Ann. § 16.1-338, the legal age for a patient’s consent to hospitalization is 14 years old, meaning that a child under that age may be admitted “to a willing mental health facility for …

https://wblaws.com/mental-health-law-civil-commitments-in-virginia/

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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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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 …

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

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Understanding and Applying Virginia’s New Statutory Civil …

(7 days ago) WebIn 2008, Virginia’s General Assembly enacted significant amendments to the Commonwealth’s civil commitment statute, based on the recommendations of the …

https://dbhds.virginia.gov/library/mental%20health%20services/omg-Understanding-and-Applying-Virginias-New-Statutory-Civil-Commitment.pdf

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Title 12. Health - Virginia Law

(4 days ago) WebThe department is authorized by Chapters 5 (§ 37.2-500 et seq.) and 6 (§ 37.2-601 et seq.) of Title 37.2 of the Code of Virginia to fund and contract with CSBs and BHAs, …

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/admincode/title12/agency35/preface/

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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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Mental Health Law University of Virginia School of Law

(4 days ago) WebThis course will explore some of the major challenges in designing and implementing mental health law and policy in the 21st century. The subjects studied will include …

https://www.law.virginia.edu/courses/mental-health-law-124218659

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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 Severe Mental Illness Information, Laws, & Helpful …

(3 days ago) WebVA CODE ANN. § 37.2-817(C). After observing the person and considering (i) the recommendations of any treating or examining physician or psychologist licensed in …

https://www.treatmentadvocacycenter.org/map_directory/virginia/

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Mental Health Reporting Laws in Virginia Giffords

(8 days ago) WebIn response to the Virginia Tech tragedy, Virginia Governor Timothy Kaine issued an Executive Order on April 30, 2007 directing all executive branch employees …

https://giffords.org/lawcenter/state-laws/mental-health-reporting-in-virginia/

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Mental Health - disAbility Law Center of Virginia

(4 days ago) WebIf you or someone you care about has been abused, neglected, or exploited, contact Adult Protective Services at 1-888-832-3858 or Child Protective Services at 1-800-552-7096 …

https://www.dlcv.org/mental-health

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Mental & Behavioral Health Virginia.gov

(Just Now) WebMental & Behavioral Health. Developmental Disability Services Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. Mental Health First Aid instructor training …

https://www.virginia.gov/services/family-and-health/behavioral-health/

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Mental Health Commitment Laws - Virginia

(4 days ago) Web34 points – roughly 42% of the total – were awarded based on the state’s inpatient commitment laws. 34 points were awarded based on the state’s assisted outpatient …

https://dls.virginia.gov/GROUPS/MHS/TAC_2014survey.pdf

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Virginia Board of Counseling - Virginia Department of Health …

(7 days ago) WebWho We Are. The Virginia Board of Counseling consists of a 12-member Board, a Regulatory Board, an Advisory Board on Art Therapy, as well as administrative, …

https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/Boards/Counseling/

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Concluded: Commission on Mental Health Law Reform

(7 days ago) WebThe Commission issued progress reports in 2008, and 2009. A final report was not issued. The work of the Commission on Mental Health Law Reform concluded in 2011. Directs …

https://www.vacourts.gov/programs/concluded/cmh/home.html

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New Virginia budget boosts mental health services, Chesterfield to …

(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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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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Virginia Board of Counseling Covid-19 Info

(5 days ago) WebVirginia Board of Counseling COVID-19 Information Accelerated Temporary License. Updated June 11, 2020. Pursuant to Governor Northam’s Amended Executive …

https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/counseling/covid19Info.htm

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Here's how many mental health-related custody orders Hampton …

(8 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/which-hampton-roads-cities-are-seeing-increases-in-mental-health-related-custody-orders/ar-BB1mqsNi

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Virginia Dept. of Health Professions - Policies

(2 days ago) WebQuestions regarding implementation of these documents or requests for copies may be directed to Erin L. Barrett, JD, Agency Regulatory Coordinator of the department, by …

https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/PractitionerResources/LawsRegulationsPolicy/Policies/

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Understanding Mental Health Coverage In the U.S. Anthem

(2 days ago) WebThe Importance of Mental Health Benefits in Insurance Coverage In recent years, many people have experienced mental health challenges, with over 30% of adults in the …

https://www.anthem.com/individual-and-family/insurance-basics/health-insurance/mental-health-aca-plans

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Sac VA Medical Center retraumatizes sexual assault victims

(8 days ago) WebMay 16, 2024 6:30 AM. The Sacramento VA Medical Center in Rancho Cordova, photographed in August 2016. Scott Lorenzo Sacramento Bee file. As a retired …

https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/op-ed/article287734775.html

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