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NHCSB Meeting Minutes for January 13, 2014
A Community Mental Health / Developmental Disabilities / Addictive
Diseases Program
Administration
P.O. Box 5328
2100 Comer Avenue (706) 596-5582
Columbus, GA 31906 FAX (706) 596-5589
CLINICAL SERVICES PROGRESS REPORT:
Expanded Jail Services: The contract for New Horizons to provide mental health
services at the Muscogee County Jail is on the agenda for a vote at tomorrow?s
City Council meeting. The ground work has been done and some contract
adjustments made. It has been a long process, but we anticipate services will
begin April 1st.
Case Management Services:
Cornerstone Upgrades:
Crisis Stabilization Unit Update:
Serving Residents of Chattahoochee, Clay, Harris, Muscogee, Quitman, Randolph,
Stewart and Talbot Counties
For 24-Hour Emergency Services Call (706) 323-0174 or Toll Free (800) 241-3659
GRANT APPLICATION STATUS REPORT: The Grant Funding Update was reviewed
outlining SAMHSA, HUD, and other grant submissions. The 21st Century Grant,
due January 29, 2014, would enhance our Project Success program by providing
opportunities for academic enrichment to students attending low-performing
schools. An application for Promoting Safe and Stable Families funding for
afterschool care and summer programs in the Stewart County area, along with a
renewal for Muscogee County will be submitted by March. We await word on the
NIH Natural Experiments to Advance the Health of People with Severe Mental
Illness that was submitted in November and continue working on the FQHC
Look-Alike that could open up opportunities for higher billing rates, pharmacy
discounts, and other competitive funding. Updates will be provided as other
funding opportunities develop.
COMMISSIONER?S VISIT: Commissioner Berry visited New Horizons Friday, December
20th. A brief meeting with Staff, Board Members, and Peer Specialists was
followed by site visits to BetterLife and DD Supportive Employment. The
Commissioner was visibly moved by the New Horizons video and a copy was
presented to him. Other highlights of his visit were the Peer Specialist?s
stories of their personal journeys and interaction with consumers, family
members, and front line staff during the site visits. Sherman added that the
Commissioner?s message was one of support and success for CSBs. He also
talked about upcoming legislation that could have an impact on Boards
throughout the State. Mr. Shorter added that he was pleased to have been a
part of the meeting with the Commissioner and felt that both he and his staff
were very open and transparent.
LEGISLATION CONCERNING CSBs: As a result of the difficulties at Gateway CSB,
the governor and legislators are recommending the need for more governing of
CSBs and their Boards. A summary of the proposed Legislation, compiled by
the Georgia Association of Community Service Boards was presented to Board
members. Specific areas mentioned include: Composition of the CSB Governing
Board, Departmental Powers, CSB Executive Directors, CSB Powers, Duties,
Responsibilities, and Functions, and the Commissioner?s Emergency Powers to
Operate a CSB. While the State currently has the power to regulate, control,
and oversee, the Governor and Commissioner are partnering with CSBs for input
and feedback on the proposed changes that could result in stricter
regulations.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: For those unable to attend the Annual Event, the New Horizons
video, produced prior to the event, was shown to Board members. Consumers,
staff, and family members participated in the video that was described by
Board members as very powerful and moving.
PUBLIC COMMENT: No comments were presented.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, M/S/P Lawrence Young/Kittye
Crockett to adjourn the meeting at 4:15 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: M/S/P Lawrence Young/Kittye Crockett to go into Executive
Session.
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Wesley Shorter
Chairperson
Serving Residents of Chattahoochee, Clay, Harris, Muscogee, Quitman, Randolph,
Stewart and Talbot Counties
For 24-Hour Emergency Services Call (706) 323-0174 or Toll Free (800) 241-3659
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