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Insights and early outcomes shared during a recent panel at the National Association of Counties (NACo) highlight how Prince William County, Virginia, is redefining what a mental health crisis response system can look like.
Connections Health Solutions Mar 13, 2026 -
Insights and early outcomes shared during a recent panel at the National Association of Counties (NACo) highlight how Prince William County, Virginia, is redefining what a mental health crisis response system can look like.
Connections Health Solutions Mar 13, 2026 -
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Naloxone reverses opioid overdoses, but the care someone receives after that moment matters just as much. In King County, Connections Health Solutions and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) partnered to create a new approach, one that focuses on safety, dignity, and connection rather than automatically sending people to emergency departments.
Connections Health Solutions Jan 23, 2026 -
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No organization can deliver effective crisis care alone. At Connections, we've learned that the operational reality of crisis stabilization depends entirely on strong, multi-sector partnerships. Before we open doors in a new market, we spend months—sometimes years—building the relationships that will become the foundation of care.
Connections Health Solutions Jan 15, 2026
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Delivering immediate, high quality behavioral health crisis care to people in need is a team effort. At Connections Health Solutions, our team is comprised of individuals who each possess a different background and level of expertise, from the mental health professionals who work in our centers to the members of law enforcement we collaborate with in the communities we serve throughout Arizona, Montana, and soon Virginia and Washington state. Peer support specialists bring a unique type of experience to crisis care, making them an invaluable member of the Connections care team, as well as a person’s journey.
Connections Health Solutions May 29, 2024 -
People experiencing mental health crises can't afford to wait - but with behavioral health urgent care centers and the 23-hour observation model, they now have access to care in hours rather than days.
Dr. Chris A Carson, MD, MBA May 22, 2024 -
At a time when mental health costs are skyrocketing, one innovative model is delivering care at a fraction of the cost of traditional ER and hospital visits.
Dr. Chris A Carson, MD, MBA May 15, 2024 -
23-hour observation programs may seem straightforward on the surface, but it's the specific components and protocols that separate the most effective programs from the rest.
Dr. Chris A Carson, MD, MBA May 8, 2024 -
When 911 is called for a mental health crisis, the default response is often law enforcement rather than mental health professionals - but a proven treatment model is looking to change that.
Dr. Chris A Carson, MD, MBA May 1, 2024 -
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As of April 2023, states were able to resume Medicaid redeterminations and terminations of coverage for those no longer eligible, potentially putting millions of individuals at risk of losing coverage.
Connections Health Solutions Mar 1, 2024 -
In the United States, the increasing demand for behavioral healthcare among youth is met with challenges, leading to unnecessary hospital visits and prolonged stays in inpatient facilities. Limited community resources often result in disproportionate school discipline or justice system involvement for youth with behavioral health needs. SAMHSA created behavioral health crisis care guidelines to improve outcomes for youth and their families.
Connections Health Solutions Feb 29, 2024 -
This toolkit offers valuable activities to support your child's well-being.CONNECTIONS HEALTH SOLUTIONS SUMMER WELLNESS TOOLKIT
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