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DE HCR45
Concurrent Resolution
Status
5/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kamela Smith
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AI Summary
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Designates May 14, 2025, as "Community Mental Health Workforce" Advocacy Day in Delaware
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Recognizes community mental health workers employed by non-profit organizations like Horizon House Delaware, Resources for Human Development, Conexio Care, and Elwyn Behavioral Health who serve adults with severe and persistent mental illness
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Highlights that funding for the community mental health service system has not been adjusted since 2012, creating a funding crisis
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Notes that a Department of Health & Social Services rate study found significant discrepancies between current reimbursement rates and the actual cost of providing services, resulting in annual losses for providers
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Expresses gratitude to community mental health professionals for their work serving individuals with conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and severe depression and anxiety
Legislative Description
Recognizing The Historic Sacrifices And Ongoing Contributions Of Delawares Community Mental Health Workforce Serving Vulnerable Adults With Severe And Persistant Mental Illness On May 14, 2025, As Community Mental Health Workforce Advocacy Day.
Last Action
Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT
5/14/2025