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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation and to improve the lives of individuals living with mental and substance use disorders, and their families. Source
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Search ArticlesSAMHSA Announces More Than $281 Million in Funding Opportunities to Address Addiction, Overdose, and Mental Illness and Promote Recovery
Page title Main page content The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a division within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), today announced more than $281 million in funding opportunities for 15 grant programs.
Helpline Offers Immediate Crisis Counseling to People in Advance of Tropical Storm Bavi Set to Impact Guam and Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
Page title Main page content The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH), at 1-800-985-5990, can provide immediate counseling to anyone experiencing emotional distress in advance of Tropical Storm Bavi, forecast to impact Guam and the US Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. An event like this can have an enormous impact on people, including survivors, first responders, eyewitnesses, and even those who watch related media reports on television.
On National HIV Testing Day, SAMHSA Encourages Everyone to Take Back Your Health by Knowing Your HIV Status
On June 27th, SAMHSA recognizes National HIV Testing Day with a simple message: take back your health by knowing your HIV status. HIV testing is easy, empowering, and an important part of personal health. Knowing your status helps you make informed choices: people who test negative can learn about prevention options, and people who test positive can be connected to HIV care and treatment. There’s also an important connection between HIV and behavioral health.
Secretary Kennedy Announces Over $700 Million in New Funding to Address Mental Illness, Addiction, Homelessness
Page title Main page content U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. today announced the posting of a $96 million funding opportunity for the Safety Through Recovery, Engagement, and Evidence-based Treatment and Support (STREETS) program, along with $612 million in funding opportunities for additional behavioral health programs.
Helpline Offers Immediate Crisis Counseling to People Affected by Plane Crash in Missouri
Page title Main page content The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH), at 1-800-985-5990, can provide immediate counseling to anyone experiencing emotional distress related to the plane crash near Butler, MO. An event like this can have an enormous impact on people, including survivors, first responders, eyewitnesses, and even those who watch related media reports on television. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration sponsors the Disaster Distress Helpline.
SAMHSA Announces $40 Million in Funding Opportunities to Prevent Addiction, and Address Child Trauma, Suicide, Mental Illness
Page title Main page content The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a division within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), today announced $40 million in funding opportunities for eight grant programs that will advance President Trump’s Great American Recovery Initiative by preventing addiction, strengthening the behavioral health workforce, and supporting efforts to address mental illness and prevent suicide.
Rural Emergency Medical Services Training
Description The purpose of the Rural Emergency Medical Services Training Program is to improve emergency medical services in rural areas or to residents of rural areas. Eligibility Eligibility is statutorily limited to emergency medical services agencies operated by local or Tribal government (including fire-based and non-fire based) or an emergency medical services agency that is described in section 501(c) of title 26 and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of title 26.
HHS Welcomes 10 New States into CCBHC Medicaid Demonstration Program
Page title Main page content The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in partnership with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), today announced the addition of 10 new states into the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid Demonstration Program: Alaska, Colorado, Hawaii, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, Washington, and West Virginia.
Expanding Mental Health Support for Children and Families through Teleconsultation
Page title Main page content Date: May 28, 2026 Categories: Mental Health, Treatment, Families & Caregivers, Children & Adolescents When a child is struggling with anxiety, depression, or behavioral changes, parents often turn first to someone they already know and trust—a pediatrician, family doctor, or other primary care provider.
Helpline Offers Immediate Crisis Counseling to People Affected by Chemical Explosion in Washington
Page title Main page content The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH), at 1-800-985-5990, can provide immediate counseling to anyone experiencing emotional distress related to the chemical explosion in Longview, WA. An event like this can have an enormous impact on people, including survivors, first responders, eyewitnesses, and even those who watch related media reports on television. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration sponsors the Disaster Distress Helpline.