Rhode Island is actively transforming its behavioral health system by adopting the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model and implementing the Prospective Payment System (PPS). This payment approach moves
At Newport Mental Health, we’re more than a provider; we’re part of the fabric of this community. Last month, 1,775 people across Newport County turned to us as a lifeline.
More people are turning to the Emergency Department (ED) because it's the only safe place where they know they can find help. Over the past several decades, key social safety
The recent tragedy in Portsmouth involving the loss of a high school student has deeply affected our community. For many families, it has sparked urgent conversations about how we support
In the first four months of 2025, we’ve welcomed nearly 28% more new clients to Newport Mental Health. That number speaks volumes—it means more people are reaching out, and they’re
April marks Alcohol Awareness Month, an opportunity to reflect on the ways alcohol use affects individuals and communities. In 2022, there were 960 Emergency Department visits to Newport Hospital for
The start of a new year brings fresh opportunities, and in Rhode Island, those opportunities include expanded mental health services for children and families. Thanks to the state’s selection for
The Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) program establishes national standards for behavioral health care. Funded through a combination of federal support from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
