The Ally: A Time for Reflection and Hope
The end of one year and the start of the next is often a time for reflection and hope—although I know many of us have become a bit more cautious in what we hope for…
Letter from Joy: Celebrating Many Good Things
I've written many intros to our weekly editions of the Ally since we began publishing it in April 2020. This one is particularly sweet to me. The day this newsletter…
Combined Virtual Community Partnership Celebration and Open House Scheduled for Monday, January 24th
For the last 7 years, we have held our annual Community Partnership Celebration in late November. During the celebration we honor and recognize the outstanding people and organizations that exemplify…
Supporting Those Who Support Parent Peer Supporters – Please Join Us!
Are you a parent or caregiver raising or raising a child aged 0-21 who has mental health or behavioral health challenges? Would you like to use your lived experience to…
Wishing Dr. Linda West Well on Her Retirement
We at Families as Allies are happy for Dr. Linda West as she announces her retirement from Mississippi Families for Kids and her 40-year career in social services. At the…
Medicaid Explores Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers
Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers (CCBHCs) are a relatively new model of providing mental health care through Medicaid. They are required to provide nine key services to people with mental…
Judge Reeves Issues Order in Mental Health Lawsuit Overruling State’s Objection
On Friday, December 3 Judge Carlton Reeves issued his latest order on the matter of the State's objections to the Monitor's first-year budget. In its recent filing the State had argued that the Monitor (Dr.…
School Suspensions and Expulsions During the Holidays
It can be hard when suspensions and expulsions of a child with an IEP happen right before long holiday breaks.
Medical Care Advisory Committee Meeting this Friday to Discuss Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics
The Medical Care Advisory Committee meets this Friday. On the agenda are Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs).