Upcoming Events:
2023 Mississippi disAbility MegaConference
June 6
Presenters, sponsors, and exhibitors will share information and innovations at Mississippi’s largest cross-disability conference.
Family Connections: Father to Father
June 7
Meet two exceptional fathers offering vital support, inspiration, & resources to caregivers, dads, grandfathers, and father role models.
Board of Mental Health Meeting
June 15
The Mississippi Board of Mental Health Meeting will be on June 15th in person at North MS State Hospital in Tupelo.
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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