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    Mayor Gray Proclaims May 9 Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day
    The Mayor calls attention to available treatment services and supports. Full Text
    Department of Mental Health Offers Scholarships to National Mental Health Conference
    The application deadline is June 5, 2012. Full Text
    Jonathan Ward Appointed Director of Mobile Crisis Services
    The longtime advocate for the homeless will manage 24/7 emergency psychiatric service. Full Text
    2011 Providers Scorecard Now Available
    Find valuable information about the District's mental health services. Full Text
    Mayor Gray Announces Settlement in Longstanding Dixon Lawsuit
    Historic agreement ends 37-year-old suit and removes District from court oversight. Full Text
     
     
     
     
    Are you or someone you know thinking about suicide or do you need information about suicide prevention? Please go to DMH’s new suicide prevention website: www.IAmTheDifferenceDC.org. Help is available 24 hours a day/7 days a week at (800) 273-TALK (8255).
     
    With the constant threat of losing jobs, homes and savings, many are showing signs of psychological distress. Spot the symptoms of depression to get help for yourself or for others...more
    It’s easy to connect with services from the Department of Mental Health and its certified mental health providers.
    The Mayor's Budget for Fiscal Year 2012
     
     
     
    Department of Mental Health
    609 H Street, NE, 5th Floor
    Washington, DC 20002     (202) 673-7440
    24-Hour Access Helpline: Call 1 (888) 793-4357 for a referral to emergency assistance or ongoing care with a mental health provider.
    Llame a la linea Telefonica de ayuda disponible las 24 houras: 1 (888) 793-4357
    TDD Access Helpline (202) 673-7500
     
     
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