Building a Healthier New Orleans

Introduction A strong behavioral health system is vital for the well-being of New Orleans' children, youth, and families. This strategic plan outlines our community's vision for a more effective, accessible behavioral health network.

Our Vision We believe positive change happens through strong local partnerships and coordinated leadership. By learning from successful models and adapting them to New Orleans' unique culture, we can create a more cohesive service network.

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Core Strategies

  • Leadership Development: Creating a representative body to address community needs and service gaps.
  • Resource Optimization: Promoting collaboration through shared funding and innovative financing.
  • Knowledge Sharing: Using community data and training to enhance collaboration.
  • Advocacy: Empowering professionals, consumers, and families to champion quality behavioral health care.
  • System Integration: Building partnerships to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Strategic Plan Contents

Executive Summary

  • Introduction
  • Section 1: Background
  • Section 2: Developing a Strategy
  • Section 3: Coordinating Behavioral Health Services
  • Section 4: Coordination with Other Systems
  • Section 5: Advocacy & Consumer Engagement
  • Section 6: Professional Development
  • Section 7: Promoting Evidence-based Practices, Data Collection & Evaluation
  • Section 8: Policy & Funding
  • Recommendations & Closing
  • Works Cited