Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI)

CHDI is a bridge to better behavioral health & well-being for children and families. We advance system, practice and policy solutions.

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

Don't miss out on the latest news, publications, and resources on children's behavioral health from CHDI - connect with us wherever you are on social media!

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

Are you passionate about children's #BehavioralHealth and systems change? Join our team! CHDI is currently hiring 3 Project Coordinator roles.

➡️Learn more + apply on our website:
https://t.co/jKvnlY2T9n

#EvidenceBasedPractice #SchoolMentalHealth

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

On the blog, President & CEO Jeff Vanderploeg shares his takeaways from the state's new #Medicaid rate study and makes the case for why CT urgently needs to address #ReimbursementRates for #BehavioralHealth care: https://t.co/sg8hc3ykhT

#CTPolicy #CTLeg #ChildrensMentalHealth

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

Keep up with the latest publications & resources from CHDI on children's behavioral health.

➡️Sign up for our monthly e-newsletter: https://t.co/KPxxhQTH5v

Hurry - the February newsletter is coming later this week!

#ChildrensMentalHealth #MentalHealthPolicy #Connecticut

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

We're not really active here anymore, but just a reminder that you can catch the latest publications, resources, and news from CHDI on our other platforms. See you out there!

#ChildrensMentalHealth #Connecticut #ChildTrauma #EvidenceBasedPractice #CTPolicy #MentalHealthResearch

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

Don't miss out on the latest news, publications, and resources on children's behavioral health from CHDI - connect with us wherever you are on social media!

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

Today is #ChildrensGriefAwarenessDay. While many children adjust well after a death, others may need additional support.

Resources from @nctsn: https://t.co/GbLOlJqagc
Learn about trauma screening: https://t.co/chxCCWrFSj
Learn about Grief Awareness Day: https://t.co/rBtvJY3im4

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

In developing CT's strategic plan for the #ChildrensBehavioralHealth workforce, we surveyed providers, who shared how much they love their work - and their concerns.

The workforce shortage is worsening provider burnout + delaying care. But #CT has a plan: https://t.co/6iZxywZtrc

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

When providers work together across sectors to coordinate children's behavioral health care, families have better experiences and kids have better outcomes.

The Connect4Families toolkit strengthens collaboration among CT families, providers, and schools: https://t.co/n1sWR645r4

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

CHDI's Rebekah Behan + Rosie Breindel presented at last week's @CASBHC1 annual conference on Comprehensive #SchoolMentalHealth systems in #CT.

➡️Free support for CT districts using the School Health Assessment & Performance Evaluation (SHAPE) system: https://t.co/XOU7MMrs3E

[UConn CSCH @UConnCSCH]

It's #WorldKindessDay! Read about how schools can use kindness activities to promote positive social interactions in middle school in our CSCH brief. https://t.co/0fCOrCEnCI

#WholeChild #WSCC

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

Earlier this week, Dr. Jeana Bracey, CHDI's Associate VP of School & Community Initiatives, served as a panelist on a @UConn CSCH webinar, "Building Partnerships to Advance Inclusive Team Science."

Missed it? Watch the webinar recording here: https://t.co/KoPRGYr1rm

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

CT is facing increased #ChildrensMentalHealth needs combined with a #workforce shortage in the behavioral health field, causing delays in much-needed care.
The new Children's Behavioral Health Workforce Strategic Plan offers solutions: https://t.co/HaTmxxndRj

#CTPolicy #CTLeg

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

This strategic plan outlines the critical challenges facing the children’s behavioral health workforce and the resulting delays families have in accessing care. It offers solutions for Connecticut. https://t.co/vX1Xd5quLm #mentalhealthworkforce

[Assistant Sec. for Mental Health & Substance Use @SAMHSA_Leader]

Today we honor the 60th anniversary of the Community Mental Health Act, which established community mental health centers & research facilities across the U.S. Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics. are one way we carry this work. Learn more: https://t.co/qDSRm47uLB

[CPAC- CT Parent Advocacy Center @CPACInc]

Join the CT Parent Advocacy Center for a FREE webinar:
LANGUAGE ACCESS AND EQUITY
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Register here:
https://t.co/pTvuBR5iH6
To access all translated flyers: https://t.co/MGTtKU9Mzi
#LanguageAccess #Equity #ParentCenter #FamilyEngagement

[Fairfield CARES @FairfieldCARES]

Empower yourself, save lives. Join us for a Narcan training session. Together, we can make a difference. Please register at https://t.co/9TcId5N8B1.

#FairfieldCT #PreventionHappensHereCT #FairfieldCARES

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

@NCS3Connect Thank you for sharing!!

[SAMHSA @samhsagov]

The #988Lifeline has trained crisis counselors available 24/7/365 – You are not alone. Anytime is the right time to connect.

If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat https://t.co/TkvsFymjcf.

[Mental Health Technology Transfer Center @MHTTCNetwork]

Catch us this week, Nov 1 and 2 for our #2023GSVLI! We're pleased to announce our two keynote speakers, @Nelba_MG on Day 1 and Roberto Rivera on Day 2! There's still time to register and hear from all our faculty, visit https://t.co/XHb2Ll3GHx for more info!

[Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) @CHDICT]

Our October newsletter is full of #Halloween treats! Learn about new federal funds for #SchoolMentalHealth in #CT, a new #trauma screening course, and more: https://t.co/sAemFPFOCJ

#ChildrensMentalHealth #NationalSubstanceUsePreventionMonth