Saving Lives Through Increased Support for Mental- and Behavioral-Health Needs
Executive Order 2020-22510
|Signed on October 4, 2020
45th Presidency
What it means
This order establishes a Coronavirus Mental Health Working Group to coordinate federal response to mental health issues worsened by the pandemic. It directs agencies to support in-person treatment services and encourages grant funding for community organizations providing mental health support.
Expected impact
- Improved coordination between public and private stakeholders in mental health services
- Increased resources for telehealth services to address mental health needs
- Greater support for vulnerable populations affected by pandemic-related mental health issues, including minorities, seniors, veterans, and children
- Enhanced access to in-person support groups and therapy sessions where safe to do so
- Potential reduction in suicide rates and substance abuse through targeted interventions