Join us at this FREE event honoring individuals and programs that are successfully addressing the issues of children’s mental health. These include work on early identification, outreach, family education, providing mental health awareness in schools and successful intervention on behalf of children and their families.
We are excited to expand What's Great in Our State to a full-day featuring workshops, keynote speakers and a luncheon celebrating this year's honorees.
REGISTRATION FOR WHAT'S GREAT in the STATE IS NOW CLOSED:
We appologize that the event is now at full capacity. To be added to the event's waiting list please email: Kathryn.Provencher@omh.ny.gov
Click here for more details on the workshops.
Click here for description of the day's agenda.
2019 Honorees
Family/Caregiver:Kara Georgi
Lifetime:Patricia White
Organization or Community Group: Building Healthy Children
School/School District: Lansingburgh Central School District
Systems of Care: Chautauqua Tapestry
Youth/Young Adult: Nivea Jackson
Click here to learn more about this year's honorees.
Hotel Guest Room Information
A block of rooms, at a rate of $99.00 per night, have been reserved for participants that need accommodations. When calling the Belvedere Inn (844-230-0590), mention the group rate for the What’s Great in Our State event to receive your discount. All reservations and payment are the responsibility of each individual.
Mental Health Resources for Children, Youth & Young Adults:
NYS-Office of Children and Family Services
NIMH’s The Brain’s Inner Workings: Activities for Grades 9 through 12
NAMI Starting the Conversation College Guide
Families Together in New York State
NYS Education Department Mental Health Education Resources
School Mental Health Resource and Training Center
Addressing Substance Use with School-Age Youth
Adverse Childhood Experiences & Substance Use
Connection Between Substance Use & Mental Health
Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)2019 Planning Committee Partners
