It is hard to believe that it has been 4 years since Jake’s Law passed. Looking back, it feels like a lifetime ago while also feeling like yesterday. So much has happened. Did you know that the signing of Jake’s Law was the Governor's last signing ceremony before COVID shut down the legislative session? [...]
Trying to find care for behavioral health issues can seem like a never-ending battle once you have found access to care. Being denied that care is overwhelming and can leave one feeling hopeless. Is there something you can do if your insurance company denies care? There is. We will help you understand your options [...]
We have all dealt with shortages. A shortage in mental health care workers adds an additional strain to mental health. Click here to read the article.
The fight for equality in mental health care is far from over. This article gives a glimpse of what people are struggling with to receive care.
The mental health crisis is an ongoing pandemic that we are dealing with nationwide. Click here to read more.
The JEM Foundation founder published an Op Ed on AZCentral on June 20th. Click here to read the article.
The Phoenix City Council unanimously approved allocating $9 million of American Rescue Plan Act funding to expand mental health resources. Click here to read more.
Insurance Parity is a very important part of caring for our mental health. It provides the access to care. This article talks about how our government officials are "cracking down on insurers who routinely deny mental health and addiction claims."
We need your help, immediately, to ensure state-regulated insurance companies are complying with federal and state law and treating physical and mental health equally. As you know, we are working to enact the insurance reporting requirements for Jake’s Law. The insurance industry, not surprisingly, is trying to pair back the reporting requirements, especially around Non-Quantitative [...]
Are you wondering if Jake's Law can help you or a loved one? Have you asked yourself how you and your family can benefit from Jake's Law? Here are some questions you can ask yourself or a loved one. This bill touches on all of these areas in some way (big and small). If you [...]
