Mental Health Services Act (MHSA)

What is the Mental Health Services Act?

The passage of Prop 63 in Nov. 2004 created the Mental Health Services Act. The purpose of the Mental Health Services Act is to expand and improve mental health services and transform the mental health system. Santa Cruz County residents were requested to participate in the planning process. Based on the feedback from individuals, consumers of mental health services (and their family members), and all community stakeholders we developed a plan based on the needs of the community and the treatment methods known to be the most effective to achieve the best results.

Stakeholder Engagement

• NAMI Regional Meeting Presentation
• ACCESS California MHSA Powerpoint Presentation

Community Meetings

• Mental Health Advisory Board Meetings & Information

Information Sheets

• Prevention & Early Intervention (PEI) Information Sheet
• Workforce Education & Training Information Sheet
• Innovative Programs Information Sheet
• Community Services & Supports Information Sheet

MHSA Approved Plans and Updates

• MHSA Three Year Program and Expenditure Plan FY 2017-18 through 2019-20
• MHSA Annual Updates: FY 16-17   FY 15-16
• MHSA Three Year Update FY 14-15 to 16-17
• Updated PEI Regulations
• Innovation Project

MHSA Financial Reports

• Annual Revenue and Expenditure Reports by County

Web Resources

• California Department of Health Care Services Mental Health MHSA
• Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC)