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Upcoming Events:
Board of Mental Health Meeting
April 16
The Department of Mental Health Regular Board meeting will be held in person on April 16, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.
Families as Allies Board Quarterly Board Meeting
April 16
The Families as Allies quarterly board meeting will be held in ZOOM and is open to anyone who wants to attend.
Special Education Advisory Panel Meeting Notice
May 20
The Special Education Advisory Panel will meet via Zoom on Wednesday, May 20, 2025, at10:00 a.m. either online or by phone.
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.
Have a concern about your child?
If you’re a parent or someone raising a child and you have a concern, you can now call our Parent Concern Line at 601-608-7525 to get help and resources.
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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