BHRS Director’s Newsletter – May 2025
Please see the latest issue of the Director’s Newsletter from BHRS Director, Dr. Jei Africa!
Topics include:
- Behavioral Health Crisis Support Expands with Mobile Response Team
- May is Mental Health Month!
- Jei Africa Honored with Health Equity Champion Award
- MHEART Expands for Enhanced Collaboration and Training
- CWCRT Pilot Successfully Explores Mental Health Support for 911 Calls
- What’s Up With Prop 1? Behavioral Health Services Act Update
Thank you for this transparent and forward-thinking update. It’s encouraging to see BHRS prioritizing community collaboration and equity in behavior health services. The focus on prevention and early intervention, especially through culturally responsive care, is absolutely vital right now.
As someone deeply passionate about holistic mental wellness, I also believe in the power of integrating lifestyle changes with traditional care. At PurefytCC, we’re working to support individuals through a mind-body approach — combining emotional support, fitness, and mental clarity practices to build resilience from the inside out. It’s inspiring to see the county embracing innovation in care; I hope we continue bridging the gap between clinical services and everyday wellness.