Upcoming Events:
Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
September 28
This group will focus on opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making groups, provide coaching guidance.
Parent Peer Support Conversation for Anyone working with Parent Peer Supporters
September 29
This conversation is for anyone working with parents providing peer support to other parents in any system.
Drop In Family Support Time
October 6
This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations.
Is your child in crisis?
If you’re worried about the safety of your child or the safety of others around your child, the Mississippi Department of Mental Health has certified, 24/7 in-person crisis response services around the state that you can call at 1-877-210-8513.
You can also call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
Issues with your child's school?
If your child has been sent home from school or you’re having other problems with your school or district, we have resources to help you learn more about your rights and people you can partner with to exercise those rights.
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From Our Blog...
Ninth Annual Community Partnership Sponsorships and Tickets
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State Objects to Dr. Hogan’s Second Monitoring Report
On September 22, 2022, the State’s attorneys filed objections to Dr. Michael Hogan’s second monitoring report in the ongoing mental health lawsuit, stating “the Remedial Order (ECF 278) does not contain recognized, objective criteria for determining
Fifth Circuit Appeal in US v. Mississippi is October 5 in New Orleans
A panel of judges for the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit will hear oral arguments for the State of Mississippi’s appeal in the U.S. v. Mississippi