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Gov. Kelly Armstrong has issued a proclamation, recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month, and North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is raising awareness about the importance of mental health while sharing resources to help North Dakotans improve their overall well-being. This year, HHS is encouraging North Dakotans to "Nurture Your Network" by strengthening relationships, checking in on loved ones, and reaching out for support when you need it.

On April 7, with the support of grant funding from North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS), CHI St. Alexius Health launched their Child and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program. This program will increase access to intensive home and community-based services for children and adolescents with behavioral health conditions, such as mental health or substance use disorder, and their families.

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is now accepting applications for grant funding made available through the state’s opioid settlement funds. These funds will support programs and initiatives that address the impact of opioid use disorder and expand access to prevention, treatment, and recovery services across North Dakota. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. CT on Monday, April 28.

Reentering society after incarceration presents a host of challenges, from securing stable housing and employment to accessing health care and recovery resources. In North Dakota, a robust partnership between multiple state agencies and community organizations is making a tangible difference in the lives of justice-involved individuals. Through collaboration between the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCR), North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS), Job Service North Dakota (JSND), the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), and various community partners, providers, nonprofits and faith-based organizations, reentry efforts are more coordinated and effective than ever before.

Free online screening tool available helps identify gambling challenges

BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Kelly Armstrong has proclaimed March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month in North Dakota, underscoring the importance of understanding gambling-related issues and the availability of support for those affected. The full proclamation can be viewed here. North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) encourages residents to take a free, confidential online screening at gamblernd.com/diagnosing-a-problem to assess potential gambling concerns and access available resources.
 

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that North Central Human Service Center and its regional vocational rehabilitation office in Minot have closed temporarily today, Tuesday, Feb. 25 due to a water line break.   

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) announces the opening of Bridges to Recovery, a new residential treatment program in Jamestown that provides a safe, supportive place for individuals to focus on their recovery. Operated by South Central Human Service Center, Bridges to Recovery is a clinically managed, high-intensity residential program designed to provide a structured, 24-hour therapeutic environment. The program offers round-the-clock care, therapy, and essential behavioral health services to help people build a strong foundation for wellness and long-term success.

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that its South Central Human Service Center (SCHSC) and regional vocational rehabilitation office in Jamestown have closed temporarily today, Monday, Feb. 10, due to a water main break.