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DBHIDS Commissioner’s Statement on Kingsessing Tragedy
The expectation of safety in our own city, in our own homes, was shattered once again this week when an armed man walked through the city’s Kingsessing neighborhood, shooting and […]
Philly mobile crisis response units eye expansion with extra $3 million in funding
Read full article from Philly Voice BY KRISTIN HUNT City Council approved a $6.2 billion budget for the 2024 fiscal year on Thursday, one which earmarks sizable funds to upgrade Philly’s rec centers, […]
Podcast Alert: ‘Community Conversations with Dr. Jill Bowen’ Premieres
The inaugural episode of the new TEC-focused podcast from DBHIDS Commissioner Jill Bowen, Ph.D., is now available on Spotify. “Community Conversations with Dr. Jill Bowen” brings together the Commissioner of […]
Complete Your Medicaid or CHIP Renewal
Did you get information in the mail about renewing your Medicaid or CHIP coverage? If you get your health coverage through the state, you must complete a renewal every year. If this […]
Summer heat: How the City protects people experiencing homelessness
Read the full blog at Phila.gov So far this year, Philadelphia has enjoyed a long spring with comfortable temperatures. As we get into summer weather, heat and humidity can nevertheless […]
Somebody Call 988! A look at how Philly is adapting to a new mental health emergency hotline
Read full article on 34st.com Fifty years ago, people had to remember the different local seven–digit phone numbers to reach their police, fire, or medical services. Accidental (and preventable) deaths […]
‘Trigger’: Curbing Gun Violence Through Storytelling
See full report on nbcphiladelphia.com Philly Live’s Sheila Watko finds out how the film “Trigger” is looking to curb gun violence in Philadelphia one screening and conversation at a time.
Medical Assistance and CHIP: Unwinding Stakeholder Toolkit
From: Pa. Department of Human Services As you may know, effective April 1, 2023, the Pa. Department of Human Services returned to normal renewal processing procedures for Pennsylvanians enrolled in […]
Be Ready for Your Medicaid or CHIP Renewal
You have to compete a Medicaid or CHIP renewal each year to make sure you still qualify for coverage from the state. Don’t miss this important packet – watch for […]
Mental Health Crisis Hotline is a Resource for Philly’s Marginalized Communities
Read full article in Philadelphia Gay News In light of the need for increased awareness of mental health resources, the Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services (DBHIDS) […]
