Behavioral Health, Alcoholism, and Drug Dependency

Behavioral Health, Alcoholism, and Drug Dependency Services

PUBLIC NOTICE: VI Department of Health FY 2024 -FY 2026 Mental Health Block Grant Open for Public Comment

The VI Department of Health is advising the public that its Behavioral Health Division is preparing for submission of the State Mental Health Block Grant for Fiscal Years 2024- 2026. Persons wishing to review or comment on the development of the State Plan may do so by calling the VI Department of Health at (340) 712-0096, (340) 712-0064.

The MHBG program provides funds and technical assistance to all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and 6 Pacific jurisdictions. Grantees use the funds to provide comprehensive, community-based mental health services to adults with serious mental illnesses and to children with serious emotional disturbances and to monitor progress in implementing a comprehensive, community-based mental health system.

FFY 2017 Annual Synar Report (42 U.S.C. 300x-26)

Managing Stress Following a Job Loss

The Department of Health’s Division of Behavioral Health, Alcoholism and Drug Dependency Services is providing information on how families reduce stress in times of job loss. Use the links below to learn simple steps for you and your family to manage stress in trying times.

Fact Sheet: Tips for Managing Stress - pdf
Managing Stress at Work(link is external) - from the CDC

Coping with Stress After a Disaster or Traumatic Event

Stress, anxiety, and depression are common reactions after a disaster or other traumatic event.

Fact Sheet: Coping with Disaster After a Traumatic Event - pdf
Coping with a Disaster or Traumatic Event(link is external) - from the CDC

Disaster Distress Helpline: If you or someone you know has been affected by a disaster and needs immediate assistance, please call or text for information, support, and counseling. You will be connected to the nearest crisis center. It's Free. It's Confidential.

Call toll-free 988

Text TalkWithUs to 66746

TTY for Deaf/Hearing Impaired: 800-846-8517

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK