IMHPAC: Child & Adolescent Subcommittee Minutes 03/17/2023

Members-Michelle Churchey-Mims, Chris O'Hara, Michael Davis, Shirley Davis, Amy Starin, Emily LeFew

Public- DeeAnn Ryan, Susan Scherer

DMH staff-Lisa Betz

Attendance, called to order-12:36p

I. Review and approval of minutes -Approved

II. Overview of committee goals, mission & time frames Raise up children's issues and advise DMH and IMHPAC committee.

III. New Business-

Lisa gave information on the new position of C&A administrator who will be responsible for implementing community-based grants. The position is open.

IV. Old Business/Updates

Discussion of NB and Pathways to Success program and Blueprint for Children's Mental Health Transformation. How does it fit within the Blueprint-the group is looking forward to Dana Weiner's presentation in the next IMHPAC committee meeting. Excited about a streamlined system for youth, families, and providers.

Discussed the need for paraprofessional workforce and how recommendations have stalled in the NB committee. Questions about timeframe for PRTF.

V. Vote on previously proposed measures- N/A

VI. Review of next steps- N/A

VII. Public comments- N/A

VIII. The committee meets virtually on the third Friday of each month at 12:30-1:30 p.m. All are welcome. Next meeting 4/21/23