Mental Health Summary
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Nevada lawmakers have approved $10 million in funding for the growth of the 988 crisis hotline call center, which aims to enhance suicide and mental health crisis support in Southern Nevada. This funding will be managed by Carelon Behavioral Health, furthering the state's efforts to provide essential mental health services.
Additionally, nearly $485,000 has been allocated for oversight of youth residential mental health facilities in Las Vegas, indicating a commitment to improving mental health care for young people in the region.