Sacramento County Children's Coalition - Behavioral Health Services for Youth

Description

The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to fund a project that addresses the mental health of children and youth in Sacramento County. Behavioral health, commonly referred to as mental health, is a critical yet often stigmatized aspect of a child or youth’s overall well-being. Developing and maintaining healthy coping skills, social skills, and emotional and behavioral regulation is essential to mental health. When children and youth face mental health challenges, timely and effective support is vital; however, mental health services in Sacramento County remain severely limited across all ages and populations.Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are traumatic events occurring before the age of 18 that can produce toxic stress, leading to long-term health and social challenges. Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs), in contrast, help mitigate the effects of ACEs and promote healthy childhood development. ACEs are prevalent across all communities in Sacramento County, affecting approximately 33 percent of children and youth (2022 Children’s Report Card). When families have access to services and support that strengthen and uplift children and youth, those children thrive and are better able to participate in their communities. The Coalition is seeking projects, strategies, and support systems aimed at improving behavioral and mental health