The City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services is dedicated to educating, strengthening, and serving individuals and communities so that all Philadelphians can thrive.

DBHIDS envisions a Philadelphia where every individual can achieve health, well-being, and self-determination.

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The Office of the DBHIDS Commissioner sets the vision and direction for the work of DBHIDS. The office is responsible for leadership over the six DBHIDS divisions and for the organization, prioritization, and achievement of the Department’s overall goals.

Our approach at DBHIDS are encompassed by the principles of TEC — addressing Trauma, achieving Equity, and engaging Community; the Social Determinants of Health; and our strategic framework, PACE. 

Our efforts include Systems Integration, both within DBHIDS and with externtal partners; public education and training; prevention and early detection; innovative treatment services; and more.