SAMHSA Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Expansion Grant

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Funding Amount

$4,000,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

SAMHSA Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Expansion Grant

Funder: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

Award Amount: $4,000,000

Award Duration: 2 years

Geographic Scope: Northwest Arkansas

Focus Areas:

Developing a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) program

Outreach to underserved communities

Addressing health disparities

Services for Latinx and Marshallese populations

Evidence-based specialized services including Assertive Community Treatment

Program Description:
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) awarded Ozark Guidance, an affiliate of Arisa Health, a $4,000,000 expansion grant to develop a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) program over two years. The funds support outreach and new service availability for underserved communities in Northwest Arkansas.

Key Initiatives:

Targeted outreach to underserved populations (Latinx and Marshallese communities)

Data-driven approach based on community needs assessments

Creation of accessible spaces for underserved populations

Integration of behavioral and physical health services with holistic focus

Award Date: February 2021

Program Director:
Blaine Hubbard, LMFT-S, LPC-S, appointed as Director of CCBHC Services in March 2021. Hubbard brought 19 years of behavioral health experience and program development expertise.

Key Quote:
"We have data from several recent community needs assessments that underscore the importance of recognizing and addressing health disparities in Northwest Arkansas. Our collective experience with COVID further informs the need for targeted outreach programs that will improve access to care." - Dr. Jared Sparks, Vice President, Ozark Guidance