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City & State New York's Caring for the Vulnerable: Mental Health Special Report
 

Gov. Kathy Hochul’s $1 billion ushers in a new era of mental health care

The influx of funding has bolstered a sector that has languished with insufficient support.

By Kay Dervishi | September 3, 2024

 

Involuntary removals steady over last year under Adams policy

Debate over a directive that gave the city more flexibility to forcibly transport people with mental health issues to a hospital could come up in 2025 as mental health policy emerges as a campaign issue.

By Annie McDonough | September 3, 2024

 

How is the city handling the mental health of newly arrived migrants?

Through a constant process of referrals, partnerships, and strong interagency relationships, the city is hoping to address the mental health of the migrant population.

By Angelique Molina-Mangaroo | September 4, 2024

Q&A: Caring for the Vulnerable: Mental Health

What are the latest developments on Hochul’s mental health plan?

With $1 billion in funding, the state is expanding school-based mental health clinics and more.

By Kay Dervishi | September 3, 2024

Building mental health capacity at NYC Health + Hospitals

Omar Fattal talks about responding to the post-pandemic surge in the need for care.

By Kay Dervishi | September 3, 2024

How NYC can best respond to mental health crises

Eva Wong has been working in the mayor’s office to coordinate strategies among agencies.

By Kay Dervishi | September 3, 2024

Samra Brouk is ready to advance mental health care in the next session

The Rochester state senator plans to advocate for additional funding.

By Kay Dervishi | September 3, 2024

The state Legislature hopes to increase the state’s mental health services

An interview with Aileen Gunther, chair of the Assembly Committee on Mental Health.

By Kay Dervishi | September 3, 2024

Is New York City investing enough in mental health treatment?

An interview with Linda Lee, chair of the New York City Council Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addictions.

By Kay Dervishi | September 3, 2024

A Q&A with Katie Schwab & Rose Christ

Co-Chairs, New York Practice, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies

By Katie Schwab & Rose Christ | September 3, 2024

Tackling NYC’s mental health challenges

A Q&A with Dr. Ramon Tallaj, Chairman of the Board of SOMOS Community Care

By City & State Partners | September 3, 2024

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