Amy Kennedy’s latest blog post addresses the phenomenon of mental health providers who appear on insurance directories but are not actually available to provide services. “The frustration caused by such ‘false advertising’ forces many people to give up and consequently deplete their savings to pay out of pocket for treatment, or worse, forgo critical care altogether.” The Kennedy Forum is … Continued
By Amy Kennedy Parents attempting to secure mental health care for their children face countless challenges these days, one of which is the very real predicament of “phantom” providers—licensed counselors, social workers, psychologists, and other clinicians who are listed in health plan directories, but not actually available due to death, a change in status regarding … Continued
Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Mental Health Matters Act, which contains provisions that we’ve been working to advance for years that would allow the Department of Labor to levy fines for violations of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act. The bill also contains other important provisions to protect consumers’ parity rights. Our latest … Continued
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Mental Health Matters Act, a bill that could have broad implications when it comes to improving access to mental health and addiction care in this country. There are two critical provisions within the bill that The Kennedy Forum has been pushing to advance for years: The Strengthening … Continued
Yesterday, The Kennedy Forum announced the launch of its Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Commitment to Action, “Ensuring Coverage of Youth Mental Health Treatment.” CGI convenes global and emerging leaders to create and implement solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. The Forum’s Commitment focuses on breaking down insurance barriers that inhibit youth access to evidence-based mental health treatment … Continued
In her latest blog post, Amy Kennedy explores the increased need for school-based mental health programming and workforce-building efforts and highlights several grant opportunities for states. “The critical shortage of mental health professionals across the country is even more acute for school systems. Fully meeting students’ social and emotional needs is impossible to do with … Continued
Washington, D.C. (September 19, 2022) — The Kennedy Forum announced today the launch of its Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Commitment to Action, “Ensuring Coverage of Youth Mental Health Treatment.” CGI convenes global and emerging leaders to create and implement solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. The Forum’s Commitment focuses on breaking down insurance barriers … Continued
By Amy Kennedy Over the past month, more than 50 million kids went back to school. It’s an exciting time for families and educators alike; however, the start of a new school year can also bring about new waves of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges our youth are facing in increasing numbers. For … Continued
Recovery Month, a program of Faces & Voices of Recovery, celebrates the gains made in recovery from mental health and substance use disorders, just as we celebrate improvements made by those who are managing other health conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and heart disease. Each September, Recovery Month works to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and … Continued
AB 988, co-sponsored by The Kennedy Forum and Steinberg Institute, recently passed the California legislature and is awaiting Governor Newsom’s signature to become law. It’s the only actively moving state bill that enables a comprehensive fee and planning process for 988: sustained funding for call centers and mobile crisis teams through a small telephone surcharge, a five-year … Continued
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