NY S00334

Amends Mental Hygiene Law to require the Commissioner of Mental Health to report to the Governor, Assembly Speaker, and Senate President within one year on short-term and intensive crisis respite programs.

Defines "short term crisis respite" as site-based residential care for individuals experiencing daily life challenges creating symptom escalation risk, at imminent risk for functional loss, or unable to manage emotional crises without intensive support.

Defines "intensive crisis respite" as short-term residential care for individuals facing behavioral health crises at imminent risk for loss of functional abilities that may create safety concerns.

Report must include: number of programs by county, monthly individuals served by county, prevalent admission factors and mental health diagnoses, percentage diverted from inpatient or emergency room care for 30 days post-discharge, types of services and staff training provided, and identification of areas needing new or expanded programs.

Authorizes the Commissioner to request assistance from local mental health programs, state agencies, and local mental hygiene directors to identify existing programs and complete the report.