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New study shows investment in comprehensive insurance benefits for smoking cessation provides return for the economy

A study by the University of Kansas School of Medicine shows a significant cost saving from expanded tobacco cessation coverage for smokers, resulting in an estimated $225 million in economic benefit for the state within 10 years. The study was commissioned by NAMI-Kansas (National Alliance on Mental Illness), with funding support from the Kansas Health more »

NAMI’s Statement On Recent Racist Incidents and Mental Health Resources for African Americans

NAMI.org5/29/2020 The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today released the following statement from CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr., regarding recent racist incidents across the country and their impact on mental health: “The effect of racism and racial trauma on mental health is real and cannot be ignored. The disparity in access to mental health more »

COVID-19 FAQs from NAMI KS

KDADS Releases COVID-19 Updates Regarding HCBS Services

Please click on the following links to read important updates from KDADS regarding HCBS services during the COVID-19 pandemic. COVID-19 HCBS Eligibility Assessments & Reviews COVID-19 HCBS All Waiver Measures COVID-19 HCBS Background Check Measures COVID-19 HCBS Brain Injury Waiver Measures