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State behavioral‑health officials and providers say school‑based Apex program expands access and may reduce absenteeism
Summary
DBHDD and partners told the committee Apex school‑based mental‑health services reach thousands statewide, operate in tiers, and face workforce shortages; pilot internships, telehealth and expanded funding were recommended.
Representatives from the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities and partner organizations described Georgia’s Apex school‑based mental‑health program as a core strategy for preventing and addressing chronic absenteeism by providing care “where the children are.”
Christy Doyle, senior director for children, young adults and families at DBHDD, said Apex marked its 10th continuous year and…
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