San Francisco seeks $70M for behavioral health infrastructure grants from California
November 20, 2024 | San Francisco County, California
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The DPH is seeking to secure over $70 million through the California Department of Health Care Services as part of the Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Bond Act of 2024. This funding is intended to expand residential care and treatment options for individuals facing behavioral health challenges. The resolution, co-sponsored by several supervisors, marks a critical step in addressing the city's mental health needs.
Kelly Kirkpatrick, the director of administration and operations for Mental Health SF, highlighted the urgency and importance of these applications. The state has allocated $6.4 billion for capital projects, with the first round of funding amounting to $3.3 billion due for applications by December 13, 2025. Kirkpatrick noted that the DPH has identified six potential projects that could increase bed capacity by 175 additional residential care and behavioral health beds.
Among the proposed projects are expansions for dual diagnosis beds, medical adult residential substance use disorder treatment, and subacute treatment beds at various facilities, including the Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital. The DPH aims to demonstrate readiness and the ability to expand services, as eligibility for the funding is contingent on creating new infrastructure rather than merely renovating existing facilities.
The meeting concluded with a motion to forward the resolution to the full board for approval, reflecting a collaborative effort among city officials to enhance mental health resources in San Francisco. The next steps involve continued community engagement and preparation for the upcoming application deadline, with award notices expected in May 2025.
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