This 2017 Report to Congress presents a data-based summary of the outcomes of various programs funded by the Children’s Mental Health Initiative (CMHI). The SAMHSA-authored document finds that CMHI grantees are using evidence-based practices that result in improvements in mental health and functional status at home, in school, and in the community for the children, youth, young adults and families being served.
Evaluation
Transformative System Design Supporting Young Adults
This resource was created by the Youth & Young Adult Transformation Team of the National Training and Technical Assistance Center for Child, Youth, and Family Mental Health (NTTAC) as an overview of the foundations of young adult transitions. We explore the challenges that young adults experience in traditional systems, key learnings from System of Care, and policy and systemic changes that are needed. We also offer questions to reflect on with your team.
5 Things Digest: Youth & Young Adult Team (Apr 2021)
The NTTAC Youth & Young Adult Transformation Team brings 5 Things to know and resources about increasing youth and family engagement in System of Care initiatives. Topics include findings from the 2013-2016 System of Care Evaluation report.
5 Things Digest: Partnership for Systems Transformation (Apr 2021)
The NTTAC Partnership for System Transformation Team brings 5 Things to know and resources about fostering a culture of equity and anti-racism in your organization. Topics include organizational culture shifts, evaluating for equity, starting steps, and more.
5 Things Digest: Community Wellness & Peer Supports (Feb 2021)
The NTTAC Community Wellness & Peer Supports Team brings 5 things to know and resources about cultural responsive and diverse staffing and peer support services. Topics include diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and evaluation.