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in Pennsylvania:
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ennsylvania has a population of approximately 12.9 million
people. Close to 4.06% of adults (according to SAMHSA)
in the state of Pennsylvania live with serious mental health
conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major
depression.
Public mental health services in Pennsylvania are administered
and provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Human
Services-Mental Health Services. Substance use and addiction
treatment services in Pennsylvania are overseen on the county
level by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services-
Substance Abuse Services.
Only 46.7% of adults with mental illness in Pennsylvania
receive services from the public system or private providers
(according to SAMHSA). The remaining 53.3% receive no
mental health treatment. According to Mental Health American,
Pennsylvania is ranked 9 out of the 50 states and Washington,
D.C. for providing access to mental health services.
Medicaid is a combined state and federal program that
provides health coverage to people with low income, including
those who are unable to work because of a mental health
disability. Residents of Pennsylvania can apply for Medicaid
through the Pennsylvania Health Marketplace.
For free personalized help finding mental health resources in
Pennsylvania, Contact Us today.
RtoR Family-Endorsed Providers in Pennsylvania
Our Directory of Family-Endorsed Providers features several
mental health resources in the state of Pennsylvania. All of the
Pennsylvania providers listed below have been recommended
by a family member of a person who has used their services
and have been carefully vetted by our Advisory Group.
All Family-Endorsed Providers have three defining
characteristics. They are recovery-oriented, embracing the
principle that recovery is a real possibility for all people with
mental health conditions. They are family-friendly, including
family members in the treatment process. They use evidencebased
best practices that are backed by scientific research.
KidsPeace Psychiatric Children's Hospital
rtor.org is a national website that offers families guidance,
support and best practice resources for recovery-oriented
mental health care. For free personalized help finding mental
health resources in Pennsylvania contact a Resource Specialist
now.
Other Pennsylvania Resources
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services-Mental
Health Services
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services-Substance
Abuse Services
Pennsylvania Medicaid
Pennsylvania 211 - 2-1-1 is a free referral and information
helpline that connects people to a wide range of health and
human services, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To contact
2-1-1 in any state, including Pennsylvania, simply dial the
numbers 2-1-1 from any phone.
National Alliance on Mental Illness-Pennsylvania -
The National Alliance on Mental Illness is a nationwide
advocacy group, representing families and people affected by
mental health disorders in the United States. The national
organization is organized into state and local affiliates.
There are many local NAMI groups in Pennsylvania serving
residents on the regional or county level.
FIND HELP AND TREATMENT
Looking for mental health help? There are several ways to
start your search.
Get Connected to Support
* Pennsylvania's Support & Referral Helpline connects
Pennsylvanians with mental and emotional support and to
local resources. Call 855-284-2494 (TTY: 724-631-5600).
* Call 2-1-1 to reach the United Way and get connected
to help in your area. Search crisis services, hotlines, and
warmlines near you on the United Way of Pennsylvania
website.
Find a Facility/Specialist
* Find the help that works for you. Use Psychology Today's
search engine or SAMHSA's search tool to find therapists,
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treatment facilities, health care centers, support groups, and
more.
For Medicaid Patients
If you have Medicaid coverage in Pennsylvania, you can find
an in-network provider by clicking on the Behavioral Health
Managed Care Organization (BH-MCO) listed for your county.
You're Entitled to Treatment
The Pennsylvania Department of Insurance is here to help you
if you are having trouble with the mental health benefits covered
by your insurance. Call them at 877-881-6388 for assistance.
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