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Programs and Services for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer or Questioning People with Mental Health and/or Substance Use Disorders
Local Mental Health Authorities (LMHAs)
DMHAS operates and/or funds Local Mental Health Authorities (LMHAs) offering a wide range of therapeutic programs and crisis intervention services throughout the state. There are also many private non-profit agencies that you can access through each of the LMHAs.
Women's and Children's Services
DMHAS funds specialized and comprehensive programs for women and their children.These include residential treatment, outpatient treatment, and specialized care management for women transitioning from a residential setting to community-based recovery services.
Naloxone, also known as Narcan, is a prescription medication that reverses opioid overdoses.
The Women's REACH (Recovery, Engagement, Access, Coaching & Healing) program provides statewide integration of 15 Recovery Navigators positioned throughout each of the five DMHAS regions.
The mental health waiver program is for individuals with serious mental illness. Each person enrolled in the waiver participates in a Person-Centered Planning process leading to the development of an Individualized Recovery Plan.
Policy and Governmental Affairs
The Legislative Unit is responsible for directing the Department's legislative and regulatory program and for assisting the Commissioner in the performance of executive and administrative duties involving both legislative and regulatory policies and programs.
Be In The Know CT
Get the facts on Connecticut's cannabis laws, how cannabis impacts your health, guidelines for families, and signs of problem use.
LiveLOUD
LiveLOUD was launched to prevent, discourage and destigmatize opioid addiction by reaching those who have been most directly impacted by the opioid crisis and connecting them with the necessary treatment, support and resources so they may begin their path of recovery.
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
If you find that you are drinking more than you’d like, it may be time to reach for something other than alcohol. Get tips for cutting back, treatment options, and support.