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Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
Mental Health Care
Middletown, CT 2,029 followers
comprehensive, recovery-oriented mental health and substance abuse treatment and prevention services for adults 18+
About us
The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) promotes and administers comprehensive, recovery-oriented services in the areas of mental health treatment and substance abuse prevention and treatment throughout Connecticut. While the Department's prevention services serve all Connecticut citizens, its mandate is to serve adults (over 18 years of age) with psychiatric or substance use disorders, or both, who lack the financial means to obtain such services on their own. DMHAS also provides collaborative programs for individuals with special needs, such as persons with HIV/AIDS infection, people in the criminal justice system, those with problem gambling disorders, substance abusing pregnant women, persons with traumatic brain injury or hearing impairment, those with co-occurring substance abuse and mental illness, and special populations transitioning out of the Department of Children and Families. DMHAS operates on the belief that most people with mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders can and should be treated in community settings, and that inpatient treatment should be used only when absolutely necessary to meet the best interests of the patient. Effective care requires that services such as residential, supportive, rehabilitative and crisis intervention programs are available within their local communities. DMHAS is responsible for providing a wide range of services to adults in each of the five human service regions in Connecticut.
- Website
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http://www.ct.gov/dmhas
External link for Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
- Industry
- Mental Health Care
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Middletown, CT
- Type
- Government Agency
- Specialties
- Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Forensic Pscyhiatry, Community Outreach, and General Psychiatry
Locations
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Primary
1000 Silver St
Middletown, CT 06457, US
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1635 Central Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06610, US
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401 W Thames St
Bldg 301
Norwich, CT 06360, US
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55 West Main Street
Suite 410
Waterbury, CT 06702, US
Employees at Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
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Seth Feuerstein
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Sarju Shah
Director, Prevention and Health Promotion
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Andrea Iger Duarte, MSW, MPH, LCSW
CT Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services, Office of the Commissioner, Prevention & Health Promotion Division
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Katharina Dienwebel, J.D.
Experienced and Innovative Customer-Focused Attorney | Trusted Strategic Advisor | Legal Contract expertise | Legal Affairs Executive | Health Care…
Updates
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📣 DMHAS is pleased to be featured in National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) on Connecticut's Prevention Infrastructure. DMHAS is proud of our investment in prevention strategies and strengthening the statewide prevention infrastructure. 💪 NASHP Article: https://lnkd.in/divr9mQV #preventionhappensherect NASHP | National Academy for State Health Policy
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A potential bystander was present in 55% of overdose deaths in Connecticut, indicating there may have been an opportunity to provide life-saving actions at the time of overdose. This National Fentanyl Awareness Day, be part of the solution to help save lives. Be prepared, carry naloxone, and know the signs of an overdose. Please visit https://lnkd.in/dMt9d5qC to learn how to access naloxone in Connecticut. #NationalFentanylAwarenessDay #JustSayKNOW #NoRandomPills
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May 7th marks National Fentanyl Awareness Day. Illegally made fentanyl is the most common drug involved in overdose deaths. Join us in raising awareness of the dangers of fentanyl and how to protect yourself or your loved ones from an overdose. Learn more: htps://bit.ly/3JOSnIU #NationalFentanylAwarenessDay #JustSayKNOW #NoRandomPills
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Highly potent cannabis products with packaging that appeals to kids is illegal and poses a public health risk to Connecticut residents. If you suspect that someone has been exposed to a dangerous amount of cannabis, call the Connecticut Poison Control Center at 1 (800) 222-1222. View the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/dBWC2y_i and visit BeInTheKnowCT.org to learn more about cannabis potency and safe storage.
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The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services is hiring! Join us on Friday, April 12th, 2024 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. at 1000 Silver Street in Middletown, CT to learn all about what Connecticut Valley Hospital has to offer. Take advantage of our on-the-spot interviews - nursing students and 2024 graduates welcome! To learn more, visit: https://lnkd.in/eifXwkbB and
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