The US DOJ reports Kentucky may violate federal law for insufficient community-based mental health services in Louisville.

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) reports that Kentucky may be violating federal law, as it allegedly fails to provide sufficient community-based mental health services for Louisville's adult residents with serious mental illnesses, instead relying on segregated psychiatric hospitals. A 28-page report suggests that this reliance on psychiatric hospitals could be in breach of federal mandates and may lead to a lawsuit if a resolution is not found. The Justice Department is prepared to work with Kentucky to address these issues, which could increase law enforcement involvement in mental health crises and impact the lives of Louisville residents with mental illnesses.

August 27, 2024
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