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Advancing Community wellness in the Coachella Valley
Behavioral Health Service:

Behavioral Health in the Black & African American Community

District funds committed to date:
Purpose:
When it comes to identifying behavioral health needs and successfully providing care, there isn't a one-size-fits-all. In addition to individual needs, it's often helpful to consider the behavioral health challenges and resources specific to a culture and community.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness recently spotlighted programs and services that help address behavioral health care for Black and African American residents. For instance, it recognized the importance of barbershops as community safe zones. Learn more.