The People's Money (2022-2023)
Your Money, Your Community, Your Voice.
Changes at "Community mental health services"
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What problem would you like to solve?
Lack of access to mental health services or information in the community.
Why is it important to solve? Why is it relevant for the community?
Mental health has a direct impact on community members' wellbeing, public safety, and can affect education, employment, etc.
What idea do you have to address the problem?
Open up mental health clinics within existing community hubs such as schools, libraries, CBOs. Trained professionals will provide range of mental health services including screenings, counseling, psychiatric services, etc
Who would that help?
Local residents still dealing with the trauma of the pandemic and other issues, who are often unable to travel to clinics outside of the neighborhood
What neighborhood would benefit from your idea?
Queens
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