“The NH Community Behavioral Health Association represents the best work and thinking about how to serve the growing mental health needs facing New Hampshire today and in the years ahead.Their dedicated work every day to help all our people live healthier lives makes an measurable difference to the people of our state.”

–Governor John Lynch


2008 Report: Addressing the Critical Mental Health Needs of NH's Citizens


New Hampshire’s ten community mental health
centers served 41,353 individuals in 2006

Total number of
children served: 11,313

Total number of
adults served: 30,040

Total average annual cost,
per client, CMH: $2,281*

All numbers based on 2006 data, as reported by each of the ten community mental health centers in NH, and assembled by the NH Community Behavioral Health Association.

* Average cost per client includes all services (see page 3).

 
Who We Are

The NH Community Behavioral Health Association is an organization comprised of the ten community mental health centers throughout New Hampshire. These centers serve individuals in our state who are living with—and recovering from—mental illness and emotional disorders. In fiscal year 2006, this network of mental health centers provided ongoing and emergency behavioral health services to over 41,000 New Hampshire residents, a number that includes over 11,000 children.

The goal of the Association is to raise awareness about the crucial role played by community-based mental health centers to ensure public safety and overall public health for all New Hampshire residents. In addition, the Association serves as an advocate for a strong mental health system across New Hampshire.

A strong community mental health service network is cost effective

 

Press Releases

April 2008 Case Management Press Release