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Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health

The Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (OSAMH) oversees prevention, treatment and recovery-focused programs and grants that help people with substance use disorders and mental health illnesses get the right care at the right time to meet their needs. The office also oversees the State Hospital and the forensic evaluation system.

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Paula Stone

OSAMH Director

Paula Stone

Director Stone manages and directs services and grants aimed at supporting individuals with substance use and mental health needs.
Get to know Director Stone

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Dial 988
Learn More
Paula Stone

OSAMH Director

Paula Stone

Director Stone manages and directs services and grants aimed at supporting individuals with substance use and mental health needs.
Get to know Director Stone

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28
Child Welfare Agency Review Board – October 2026
October 28 | 
1:30 pm

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