Bill > S1286

This bill establishes a 3-year pilot program within the Department of Mental Health to provide Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) services to individuals under the age of 22 who exhibit symptoms of serious emotional disturbance, demonstrate an inability to consistently use less intensive levels of care in the community, and have functional impairment and a history of difficulty in functioning safely and successfully in the community, school, home, or workplace. The pilot program will offer a team-based, person-centered approach to mental health services and social service assistance, which may include clinical assessment, medication treatment, care coordination, symptom management, harm reduction, family services, and housing support. The Department of Mental Health is required to report annually on the progress and results of the pilot program, as well as any identified barriers and challenges to treatment for the target population.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1286