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Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebDecember 8, 2022 – The Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law commends the U.S. Department of Education’s investigation and findings of disability discrimination by, and …

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Advocacy Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebNew Funding is Available for Community-Based Mental Health Services . On April 1st, Section 9817 of the American Rescue Plan, which went into effect. It …

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Mental Health Systems Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebOverview. The Bazelon Center has led efforts for the past 45 years to ensure that people with mental health needs have access to non-coercive community and evidence-based …

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COMMUNITY INTEGRATION

WebKey Principles. In July of 2013, the Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law unveiled “Community Integration for People with Disabilities: Key Principles” at two …

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Healthcare Reform Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebFollowing the 2016 election, the coverage and service gains made by the Affordable Care Act (ACA) were put in jeopardy. Efforts on Capitol Hill to repeal and replace the ACA …

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Who We Are Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebWHO WE ARE. Since 1972, the Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law has advocated for the civil rights, full inclusion and equality of adults and children with mental …

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How Will Health Reform Help People with Mental Illnesses

WebHealth insurers will have to sell and renew policies to all who apply (called “guaranteed issue and renewal”). Insurers cannot deny coverage for a pre-existing condition. No …

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History Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebOUR HISTORY – AN OVERVIEW. The Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law was founded in 1972 by a group of committed lawyers and professionals in mental health and mental …

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New Federal Guidance for Alternatives to Police for People …

Weba health response in similar circumstances involving a person with a behavioral health disability.17. 3 In other words, sending police in response to a mental health crisis where …

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Campus Mental Health Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebThe Bazelon Center has created Supporting Students: A Model Policy for Colleges and Universities (PDF) to support students with mental health needs and to ensure that …

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Housing Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebFor this reason, the Bazelon Center vigorously promotes this model as a means of achieving the goals of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Supportive housing gives people …

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Publications Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebPUBLICATIONS. The Bazelon Center produces reports, issue papers, and manuals that analyze major federal laws, policies, and regulations that affect access to services and …

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Our Work Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebOUR WORK. Use the links below to visit the pages in the Our Work section. Education. Bar Exam Resources for Law Students and Graduates. Campus Mental Health. Mental …

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Resource Library Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebRESOURCE LIBRARY. Use the links below to visit the pages in the Resource Library section. Disability Rights Organizations. Amicus Briefs. Our Cases. J.N. v. Oregon …

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Education Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebEDUCATION. The Bazelon Center believes that schools should help all children–including children with mental health or other behavior support needs–become successful adults …

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Webinars Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebOn April 28th, 2023, the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law and National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) hosted this part 2 of a 2-webinar Learning Community that …

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Press Releases Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebRecent Press Releases. April 3, 2024 — The Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law, together with the American Psychiatric Association, National Alliance on Mental Illness, …

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Talevski v. Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County …

WebMedicare - federal health insurance for people 65 or older, and for some people with disabilities. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) - financial assistance …

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Voting Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebVoting is perhaps the most fundamental of all rights. It is the foundation of our democracy. People with psychiatric disabilities are often denied the opportunity to vote …

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Amicus Briefs Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebAmicus briefs are legal documents filed in appellate court cases by non-litigants with a strong interest in the subject matter. The briefs advise the court of relevant, additional …

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Mental Health Courts Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebMENTAL HEALTH COURTS. In recent years, the law enforcement community has expressed growing concern about incarcerating large numbers of people with mental …

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Criminal Justice Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law

WebAn Alternative to the Police: New Funding is Available for Community-Based Mental Health Services. On April 1st, Section 9817 of the American Rescue Plan, which went into …

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