Updates from the Council on Criminal Justice and Behavioral Health
For those interested, CSAC would like to highlight several updates from the Council on Criminal Justice and Behavioral Health’s (CCJBH) recent virtual newsletter. If you are not signed up to receive CCJBH newsletters but would like to be, please click here.
CCJBH Full Council Meeting
When: Friday, September 27, 2024, from 2:00-4:30 PM
Where: In accordance with Bagley-Keene changes effective January 1, 2024, individuals may participate in the teleconference virtually via MS Teams or in person at 1515 K St. Suite 550, Sacramento, CA 95814.
Description: Join us as we highlight counties who are at the forefront of implementing the Department of Health Care Services’ California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) 90-Day Pre-Release Services and Behavioral Health Links. Gain insights about the strategic steps that Yuba-Sutter, Santa Clara and San Mateo counties are taking to prepare to “go live” by ensuring that minimum requirements are met, as per the CalAIM Correctional Facility Readiness Assessment criteria. This meeting promises to be an informative session showcasing best practices and lessons learned, as well as the collaborative efforts that are necessary to drive meaningful change in our communities.
CCJBH Partner News & Updates:
Facts Fight Fentanyl – A Mission to Combat the Overdose Crisis
In recognition of Substance Use Disorder Recovery Awareness Month, CCJBH is proud to highlight the impactful work of Facts Fight Fentanyl, an organization funded by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Their mission is to protect Californians from the fentanyl crisis by addressing the stigma surrounding drug use and promoting awareness, prevention, and emergency preparedness.
By equipping communities with the tools and knowledge to prevent and reverse overdoses, Facts Fight Fentanyl is working towards a healthier California. Visit their website to learn more about how you can take action: Facts Fight Fentanyl. Click here for a video on how to respond to someone experiencing an overdose.
A Song for Charlie – Raising Awareness About Counterfeit Pills
CCJBH also wants to spotlight the important work of A Song for Charlie, a nonprofit funded by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). After the tragic loss of their son Charlie, Ed and Mary Ternan founded this organization to raise awareness about the dangers of counterfeit prescription pills sold online, which often target young people. A Song for Charlie is dedicated to promoting healthy coping strategies over self-medication. By empowering students with research tools and peer-to-peer learning programs, they are working to make casual pill use socially unacceptable and encouraging sustainable ways to manage stress and anxiety. Visit their website to learn more about their efforts and how you can help!
