Mississippi Department of Mental Health

Mississippi Department of Mental Health MDMH is supporting a better tomorrow in the lives of Mississippians living with mental illness.

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) administers and operates state behavioral health programs and regional programs for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The behavioral health programs provide inpatient services for adults and children with serious mental illness and substance use disorders, and the programs for persons with IDD provide residential servi

ces and licensed homes for community living. A variety of community services and supports is also available through DMH operated programs and DMH certified providers, depending on the program/provider and location. Call 1-877-210-8513 if you or a loved one needs mental health, substance use, or intellectual/developmental disability services.

The Mississippi State Board of Mental Health recognized Clint Ashley upon his upcoming retirement for providing more tha...
06/18/2026

The Mississippi State Board of Mental Health recognized Clint Ashley upon his upcoming retirement for providing more than 26 years of leadership to DMH, during which he has served as Director of South Mississippi State Hospital and Director of Boswell Regional Center. He was honored for a career defined by hard work, strategic vision, and an enduring
dedication to the benefit of Mississippians in need. Pictured are Dr. Sara Gleason, Board member; Mrs. Judy Hollingsworth, Board member; Ms. Wendy Bailey, DMH Executive Director; Dr. Alyssa Killebrew, Board Chair; Mr. Clint Ashley, Director of Boswell Regional Center; Mrs. Teresa Mosley, Board member; Dr. James Herzog, Board member; and Mr. Jake Hutchins, DMH Deputy Director.

The Mississippi State Board of Mental Health recognized James G. "Bo" Chastain upon his upcoming retirement for providin...
06/18/2026

The Mississippi State Board of Mental Health recognized James G. "Bo" Chastain upon his upcoming retirement for providing more than 36 years of leadership to DMH, with the past 33 years spent at Mississippi State Hospital. He was honored for his profound legacy of service, outstanding leadership, and invaluable contributions to DMH, the State, and the citizens of Mississippi. Pictured are Dr. Sara Gleason, Board member; Mrs. Judy Hollingsworth, Board member; Wendy Bailey, DMH Executive Director; Dr. Alyssa Killebrew, Board Chair; Mr. Bo Chastain, Director of MSH; Mrs. Teresa Mosley, Board member; Dr. James Herzog, Board member; and Mr. Jake Hutchins, DMH Deputy Director.

Giving back never gets old 🤍 We had an amazing time serving alongside the incredible team at Stew Pot yesterday — a remi...
06/18/2026

Giving back never gets old 🤍 We had an amazing time serving alongside the incredible team at Stew Pot yesterday — a reminder of why community matters and how much of a difference showing up can make. Grateful for the opportunity.

06/17/2026

Crisis Intervention Team training is an incredible tool that officers can have in their toolbelt. Thanks to Forrest County Sheriff's Office for sharing this video! If you want to learn more about CIT, then follow Mississippi CIT or visit the DMH web site at www.dmh.ms.gov/help/crisis-services/.

52 Weeks of Progress 📲In FY25, 4,295 calls were made to the Helpline — and between it, 988, Mental Health Mississippi, a...
06/15/2026

52 Weeks of Progress 📲

In FY25, 4,295 calls were made to the Helpline — and between it, 988, Mental Health Mississippi, and the new Mississippi Cares platform, help is closer than ever.

Call 1-877-210-8513 to find mental health services near you, get connected to resources, or file a complaint related to DMH Certified Providers 💙 Thank you to everyone supporting a better tomorrow for Mississippi.

06/13/2026

Finding the right mental health resource just got easier 💻 Mississippi's Network of Care is your one-stop behavioral health hub — connecting Mississippians to services, support and information all in one place. Click here: mississippicares.ai

James “Bo” Chastain was honored today by the Mississippi Hospital Association (MHA) for his dedication, compassion and u...
06/13/2026

James “Bo” Chastain was honored today by the Mississippi Hospital Association (MHA) for his dedication, compassion and unwavering leadership as the Director of Mississippi State Hospital for more than 32 years. Pictured are Speaker of the House Jason White, Connie Chastain, Bo Chastain, Executive Director of MHA Richard Roberson, and DMH Executive Director Wendy Bailey.

Proud to announce that DMH recently trained cadets at the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Academy in Public Safety Men...
06/12/2026

Proud to announce that DMH recently trained cadets at the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Academy in Public Safety Mental Health First Aid under Mississippi House Bill 1222 — the Mississippi Collaborative Response to Mental Health Act! 💙

Officers from 8 agencies gained practical skills to recognize mental health challenges, de-escalate situations safely, and connect individuals to the right resources. A huge thank you to Mary D. Stacy, LMSW, with Lifecore Health Group for sharing her expertise with our cadets. Congratulations to all who completed the training — we look forward to the impact you’ll make across Mississippi!

The conversation starts here... Join us on September 9, 2026 for the DMH Su***de Prevention Symposium as we work togethe...
06/11/2026

The conversation starts here... Join us on September 9, 2026 for the DMH Su***de Prevention Symposium as we work together to change the narrative and silence the stigma surrounding su***de. Save the date — don't miss out on being a part of the change we need right here at home 🩵💜

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Progress looks like a 99% answer rate on 988. It looks like farmers knowing they're not alone... and it also looks like ...
06/09/2026

Progress looks like a 99% answer rate on 988. It looks like farmers knowing they're not alone... and it also looks like Peer Bridgers sitting at the same table, speaking honestly about the work. This is what 52 Weeks of Progress means here in our state 🌿💙

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