Richmond, Virginia (WRIC) — Starting next month, a newly launched telemedicine program will provide free mental health services across Virginia, including Richmond.
The new Virginia Telemental Health Initiative will provide free mental health services to eligible Virginians who are uninsured or underinsured. Free services include a range of treatments for depression, anxiety, and other behavioral and mental health issues, all delivered virtually through his Telehealth at participating free charity clinics. provided to.
The program launched at the Fauquier Free Clinic this week, with five more clinics scheduled to launch in January. These clinics are Roanoke’s Bradley Free Clinic, Wytheville’s Brock Hughes Medical Center, Charlottesville Free Clinic, Franklin County Free Clinic, and Richmond’s Health His Brigade. More clinics will be added to the program during 2023.
The VTMHI program is intended to fill a mental health gap throughout Virginia. statewide survey A study conducted by the Virginia Telehealth Network in 2021 showed a widespread need for more mental health services, especially in free charity clinics.
“This innovative program addresses a critical need across the Commonwealth, especially for people in Virginia, where income levels are critical and mental health services are out of reach.” said Nelson Smith, commissioner of the Virginia Department of Behavioral and Developmental Services. “VTMHI reflects our underlying commitment to ensuring that Virginia’s most vulnerable and overlooked people have access to the highest quality care, including critical areas of mental health services. .”
Patients may contact participating clinics directly to determine their eligibility for the program and to make an appointment.
For more information on eligibility requirements and how Virginia residents can access mental health services, visit Visit VTMHI Online.
