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Read more about the article SAMHSA Asks for Feedback on Its Strategic Plan

SAMHSA Asks for Feedback on Its Strategic Plan

  • Post published:April 13, 2023

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) issued this announcement: "The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is pleased to announce that the agency's draft Strategic Plan…

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Read more about the article Autism Month: Awareness vs. Acceptance

Autism Month: Awareness vs. Acceptance

  • Post published:April 4, 2023

In 1970, the Autism Society established April as Autism Awareness Month to help people recognize the signs of autism and learn more about what it is like to live with autism.…

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Families as Allies Live: Medicaid Renewal, Medicaid Waiver and Mental Health Survey

  • Post published:April 4, 2023

On March 29, Families as Allies staff gathered on Facebook and Youtube for a live discussion of our current priorities and reminders for families in Mississippi. After everyone introduced themselves, Executive Director Joy Hogge…

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Read more about the article National Child Abuse Prevention Month and Family-Driven Practice

National Child Abuse Prevention Month and Family-Driven Practice

  • Post published:April 4, 2023

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. In recognition of the month, the Child Welfare Information Gateway shares several publications focused on supporting families and preventing child abuse: Separating Poverty From Neglect…

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Read more about the article Paid Family Caregiving for Children with Medical Complexity and Disabilities

Paid Family Caregiving for Children with Medical Complexity and Disabilities

  • Post published:March 28, 2023

The Paid Family Caregiving for Children with Medical Complexity and Disabilities webinar is a valuable resource for families.

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Read more about the article Join Us for Families as Allies Live Wednesday, March 29, at Noon

Join Us for Families as Allies Live Wednesday, March 29, at Noon

  • Post published:March 28, 2023

Every time there is a fifth Wednesday in a month, we go live at noon to hear your feedback and questions, share what’s been going on at Families as Allies…

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Read more about the article Mississippi Legislative Update as of March 28, 2023
Jackson, Mississippi, USA skyline over the Capitol Building at dusk.

Mississippi Legislative Update as of March 28, 2023

  • Post published:March 28, 2023

Our Mississippi Legislative Update follows bills to help you make the best decisions for your children and family.

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Read more about the article March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day: With Us Not For Us

March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day: With Us Not For Us

  • Post published:March 21, 2023

March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day, and the theme is With Us Not For Us. We at Families as Allies resonate with that theme and encourage all of you to watch this video that brings home why this message is so important.

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Read more about the article Families as Allies’ Draft Public Comments on Medicaid’s Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Waiver Application

Families as Allies’ Draft Public Comments on Medicaid’s Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Waiver Application

  • Post published:March 21, 2023

These are Families as Allies initial comments about the Mississippi Division of Medicaid (DOM)'s Intellectual Disabilities/Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD) Waiver renewal application.

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Read more about the article Please Take this Survey about Mental Health and Substance Use Services in Mississippi

Please Take this Survey about Mental Health and Substance Use Services in Mississippi

  • Post published:March 17, 2023

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) receives federal grant money from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to help adults and children with mental illnesses or…

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