The UIC Policy Academy provides free information and technical assistance about policy initiatives in behavioral health and integrated health care.
National Overview of Peer Support, Training, & Certification ProgramsAccess information about the U.S. certified peer specialist workforce with this interactive map and other resources.
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Implementing Evidence-Based Mental Health Self Directed CareAccess information about mental health self-directed care research and policy in the U.S. and globally.
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Quick Guide to Employment Disability PolicyAccess your one-stop source about disability employment policy in the United States.
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Integrating Care through the CCBHC Program
Read about the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics demonstration program, and early survey results from the 8 participating states.
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Policy and Data Solutions for Addressing the Social Determinants of HealthAccess information, data tools, and a webinar about how states and hospital systems are addressing the social determinants of health to improve population wellness.
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Jail Diversion using the Sequential Intercept ModelLearn about incarceration and mental illness, along with how counties and states are diverting people from justice settings into community care using the Sequential Intercept Model or SIM.
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Policy Responses to the Opioid CrisisObtain information, tools, webinars, and podcasts about policy responses to the opioid crisis in the United States.
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Policy Infographics
Download free infographics addressing health and behavioral health, self-direction, and employment.
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Policy X/Twitter ChatsParticipate in or review discussion from our Policy X/Twitter Chats.
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Policy Webinars & PodcastsListen to free podcasts or webinars on important policy initiatives in the United States and abroad.
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The latest in Medicaid and Other Health Care LegislationLearn more about Medicaid and health care legislation.
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Policy Round-UpLearn how leading organizations are addressing key policy issues in behavioral health and medicine.
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Legislative UpdatesLearn about legislation that impacts mental health and medical services for adults with mental illnesses.
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Tools & ResourcesAccess tools and resources on a broad range of initiatives in behavioral health.
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