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Innovation Projects aim to foster learning and improvement. They are funded through the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) and administered locally through Tri-City Mental Health. Innovation projects introduce new and creative mental health approaches that are designed to be learned from. Each project has a set duration, and are carefully evaluated. Across California, these projects allow countiese to explore new and innovative solutions that could enhance mental health services in communities, now and in the future.
Current Innovation Projects
Tri-City Mental Health has two MHSA Innovation projects. Please check our calendar for upcoming Innovation workshops, meetings and project activities.
1. Community Planning Process for Innovation Project(s)
Active 2023–2026
This project focuses on enhancing our Community Program Planning (CPP) process by increasing opportunities for community members and partners to actively participate. We aim to create and increase awareness of workgroups, forums, and other opportunities for people to share their voices and help shape mental health services that truly reflect the needs of our community. Public input and community engagement are key to understanding the unique challenges and priorities of each city and its residents. Whether you're a community member, a service provider, or someone with lived experience, your involvement is essential in ensuring that the mental health programs we develop are not only effective and accessible but also tailored to meet the diverse needs of our entire community.
Project Plans
MHSA INN Plan: Community Planning Process for Innovation Project(s)
Plan de MHSA INN: Proceso de Planificación Comunitario para Proyecto (s) de Innovación
2. Multi-County Collaborative Psychiatric Advance Directives (PADs)
Active 2022–2029
Psychiatric Advance Directives (PADs) are used to support treatment decisions for people who may not be able to consent to or participate in treatment decisions during a mental health crisis. A PAD allows a person’s wishes and priorities to inform mental health treatment. Phase One tested the functionality, usability, and training of the cloud-based PADs platform. Phase Two expands to eight counties, collecting data through live testing with law enforcement, crisis teams, and hospital staff to assess the platform's effectiveness and potential for statewide use in California.
For additional information, visit the PADs CA website.
Project Plans
Multi-County Collaborative Psychiatric Advance Directives (PADs) Phase One
Phase Two of the Multi-County PADs project
Do you have an Innovative Project Idea?
Submit your innovative idea to help us create effective ways to help improve access and quality of care for people in our community. Through your lived experience and creativity, you can help Tri-City Mental Health build a brighter future for mental health care and support in our community.
Past Innovation Projects
MHSA Innovation Plan - Proposed Projects (Amended)
Innovation Work Plan
MHSA Innovation Project Evaluation Reports: