Advocate calls for improved mental health care access in Utah
1 report, 1 independent
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What happened
Kelly Solis called for better mental health care services within Utah. A report noted that approximately 90,000 Utah children and adolescents aged 9 to 17 require treatment for substance use or mental health, but about 60% are not receiving these services. The report also cited an outpatient treatment provider quoting a $5,000 cost for a 12-week program after insurance, with monthly payments around $833.00.
From sltrib.com
Why it matters
The high cost of comprehensive treatment and the limitations of existing resources create financial barriers for families seeking help in Utah. This situation highlights the strain on families and the complexity of accessing necessary behavioral health services.
From sltrib.com
Who's involved
- UtahThe state where the lack of treatment and high costs for youth are being discussed.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- Deidre Henderson may face pressure to address Utah's mental health funding gapsDeidre Henderson may face pressure to address Utah's mental health funding gapsPossible
- Utah Department of Corrections may face resource shifts over mental healthUtah Department of Corrections may face resource shifts due to state mental health focusPossible
- Governor Spencer Cox may face pressure over youth mental health fundingGovernor Spencer Cox may face pressure over youth mental health fundingPossible