Behavioral Health Integration Initiative

The Behavioral Health Integration Initiative is a forecast opportunity from the Indian Health Service under the Department of Health and Human Services. The program is designed to enhance the physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being of American Indian and Alaska Native individuals by expanding integrated and coordinated behavioral health care. It specifically supports Tribal and Urban Indian Organization health systems in providing culturally responsive and trauma-informed services that merge behavioral health with primary care, nutrition, exercise, and various social and spiritual supports. The primary objectives of the initiative are to increase access to comprehensive behavioral health services and promote the early identification and treatment of substance use and mental health disorders. By strengthening care coordination, the program aims to improve overall health outcomes and the quality of life for the target population. Interested parties can contact the Division of Grants Management for further information.