| The Arizona
Health Planning Council, established through Public Law 99-660 and its
subsequent amendments, is an advisory body to ADHS/DBHS charged with the
responsibility for reviewing, monitoring and evaluating the adequacy of
behavioral health services in Arizona as well in the development and
implementation of the State Comprehensive Mental Health Services Plan for
Children and Adults. The Council also serves as an advocate for adults who
suffer from serious mental illness (SMI), children who are seriously
emotionally disturbed (SED), and other individuals in need of various
behavioral health services.
The Council represent urban
and rural areas statewide. The membership includes providers, consumers,
family members, tribal representatives, advocates, mental health
professionals, and representatives from state agencies. The Planning Council
holds annual retreats to examine past accomplishments and strategically plan
for the future.
Council Meeting Notices and Minutes
For more information on the
Behavioral Health Planning Council, contact Anne Rock at (602) 364-4558 or
send E-mail to Behavioral Health
Planning Council. |
