Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $1 billion investment to improve access to mental health care.
"Our plan is to add 1,000 in-patient beds by funding 150 beds in state facilities and bringing 850 psych beds back online in hospitals," said Hochul. The plan includes transitional and longer-term supportive housing, outpatient services and employment help during recovery.
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