Dept. of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services
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The City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services works to educate, strengthen, and serve individuals and communities so that all Philadelphians can thrive.
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DBHIDS is the City of Philadelphia's Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services.
We are part of the City's Office of Health and Human Services.
We work to educate, strengthen, and serve individuals and communities so that all Philadelphians can thrive.
dbhids.org/about
We are part of the City's Office of Health and Human Services.
We work to educate, strengthen, and serve individuals and communities so that all Philadelphians can thrive.
dbhids.org/about
Trauma left unaddressed can lead to lasting harm. DBHIDS is leading the charge in Philadelphia to reduce behavioral health disparities and promote equity through trauma-informed strategies and evidence-based programming. #TraumaSupport #HereToHelp
July 21, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Trauma left unaddressed can lead to lasting harm. DBHIDS is leading the charge in Philadelphia to reduce behavioral health disparities and promote equity through trauma-informed strategies and evidence-based programming. #TraumaSupport #HereToHelp
Due to the National Weather Service predicting an extended forecast that includes three consecutive days of significant heat, Philadelphia’s Office of Homeless Services is declaring a CODE RED now through 8 p.m. Wednesday.
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July 7, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Due to the National Weather Service predicting an extended forecast that includes three consecutive days of significant heat, Philadelphia’s Office of Homeless Services is declaring a CODE RED now through 8 p.m. Wednesday.
www.phila.gov/.../safet......
www.phila.gov/.../safet......
Code Red
Due to the National Weather Service predicting an extended forecast that includes consecutive days of a heat index of 95 or above, Philadelphia’s Office of Homeless Services is declaring a Code Red starting noon Wednesday through 8 p.m. Thursday.
www.phila.gov/services/saf...
Due to the National Weather Service predicting an extended forecast that includes consecutive days of a heat index of 95 or above, Philadelphia’s Office of Homeless Services is declaring a Code Red starting noon Wednesday through 8 p.m. Thursday.
www.phila.gov/services/saf...
June 17, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Code Red
Due to the National Weather Service predicting an extended forecast that includes consecutive days of a heat index of 95 or above, Philadelphia’s Office of Homeless Services is declaring a Code Red starting noon Wednesday through 8 p.m. Thursday.
www.phila.gov/services/saf...
Due to the National Weather Service predicting an extended forecast that includes consecutive days of a heat index of 95 or above, Philadelphia’s Office of Homeless Services is declaring a Code Red starting noon Wednesday through 8 p.m. Thursday.
www.phila.gov/services/saf...
Today, DBHIDS is celebrating people who make a difference in Philadelphia at our 33rd annual “My City, My Place” Brighter Futures Awards.
The Brighter Futures Awards are a celebration of inclusion, belonging, and the power of everyday people making extraordinary impact.
The Brighter Futures Awards are a celebration of inclusion, belonging, and the power of everyday people making extraordinary impact.
May 16, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Today, DBHIDS is celebrating people who make a difference in Philadelphia at our 33rd annual “My City, My Place” Brighter Futures Awards.
The Brighter Futures Awards are a celebration of inclusion, belonging, and the power of everyday people making extraordinary impact.
The Brighter Futures Awards are a celebration of inclusion, belonging, and the power of everyday people making extraordinary impact.
Improve Lives Through a Career With DBHIDS
DBHIDS promotes recovery, resilience, and self-determination. We recognize that our employees are our single greatest asset in achieving this mission.
dbhids.org/interact/car...
DBHIDS promotes recovery, resilience, and self-determination. We recognize that our employees are our single greatest asset in achieving this mission.
dbhids.org/interact/car...
Behavioral Health Careers: Making Hope Happen
YouTube video by DBHIDS Philadelphia
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May 5, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Improve Lives Through a Career With DBHIDS
DBHIDS promotes recovery, resilience, and self-determination. We recognize that our employees are our single greatest asset in achieving this mission.
dbhids.org/interact/car...
DBHIDS promotes recovery, resilience, and self-determination. We recognize that our employees are our single greatest asset in achieving this mission.
dbhids.org/interact/car...
DBHIDS recognized gun violence as a public health issue.
Our Network of Neighbors works to strengthen communities to respond to trauma and violence.
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Our Network of Neighbors works to strengthen communities to respond to trauma and violence.
dbhids.org/about/organi...
Network of Neighbors
The Network of Neighbors works to train Philadelphians to lead response to stress, trauma, loss, and violence within their own communities.
dbhids.org
May 5, 2025 at 6:22 PM
DBHIDS recognized gun violence as a public health issue.
Our Network of Neighbors works to strengthen communities to respond to trauma and violence.
dbhids.org/about/organi...
Our Network of Neighbors works to strengthen communities to respond to trauma and violence.
dbhids.org/about/organi...
We are excited to announce that the 2025 Faith and Spiritual Affairs Conference will take place April 24 at at Temple University Student Center, Student Center South, Second Floor -- 1755 N. 13th St., Philadelphia 19122.
REGISTER: www.bhten.com/faith-and-sp...
REGISTER: www.bhten.com/faith-and-sp...
March 25, 2025 at 3:23 PM
We are excited to announce that the 2025 Faith and Spiritual Affairs Conference will take place April 24 at at Temple University Student Center, Student Center South, Second Floor -- 1755 N. 13th St., Philadelphia 19122.
REGISTER: www.bhten.com/faith-and-sp...
REGISTER: www.bhten.com/faith-and-sp...
March is Intellectual Disabilities Awareness Month. DBHIDS is proud to be involved with initiatives that support those with different abilities. Visit dbhids.org for more information.
March 20, 2025 at 6:36 PM
March is Intellectual Disabilities Awareness Month. DBHIDS is proud to be involved with initiatives that support those with different abilities. Visit dbhids.org for more information.
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Mental health experts and advocates say Philadelphia’s Community Mobile Crisis Response Teams network has become critical in addressing behavioral health emergencies across the city, but stressed that the program needs to expand in order to meet rising demand.
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Mental health experts and advocates say Philadelphia’s Community Mobile Crisis Response Teams network has become critical in addressing behavioral health emergencies across the city, but stressed that the program needs to expand in order to meet rising demand.
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Philly mental health advocates call for expanding mobile crisis response program
Philly’s community mobile crisis response teams are requesting more funding to meet demand.
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March 19, 2025 at 6:06 PM
@whyy.org:
Mental health experts and advocates say Philadelphia’s Community Mobile Crisis Response Teams network has become critical in addressing behavioral health emergencies across the city, but stressed that the program needs to expand in order to meet rising demand.
whyy.org/articles/phi...
Mental health experts and advocates say Philadelphia’s Community Mobile Crisis Response Teams network has become critical in addressing behavioral health emergencies across the city, but stressed that the program needs to expand in order to meet rising demand.
whyy.org/articles/phi...
Join us for the EMOC Brothas Stroll: Health Walk on March 22 from 9 a.m. to noon.
The EMOC “Brothas Stroll: Health Walk for Men and Boys of Color” is an interactive fitness and educational event sponsored by the DBHIDS Engaging Males of Color (EMOC) initiative.
The EMOC “Brothas Stroll: Health Walk for Men and Boys of Color” is an interactive fitness and educational event sponsored by the DBHIDS Engaging Males of Color (EMOC) initiative.
March 6, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Join us for the EMOC Brothas Stroll: Health Walk on March 22 from 9 a.m. to noon.
The EMOC “Brothas Stroll: Health Walk for Men and Boys of Color” is an interactive fitness and educational event sponsored by the DBHIDS Engaging Males of Color (EMOC) initiative.
The EMOC “Brothas Stroll: Health Walk for Men and Boys of Color” is an interactive fitness and educational event sponsored by the DBHIDS Engaging Males of Color (EMOC) initiative.
The DBHIDS Public Awareness Committee is pleased to call for the 33rd annual My City, My Place Brighter Futures Award exhibitors. The event will take place May 16 at Live Hotel, 900 Packer Ave., Philadelphia 19148.
Exhibits will be open from 9 to 11:45 a.m.
(1/x)
Exhibits will be open from 9 to 11:45 a.m.
(1/x)
March 4, 2025 at 3:48 PM
The DBHIDS Public Awareness Committee is pleased to call for the 33rd annual My City, My Place Brighter Futures Award exhibitors. The event will take place May 16 at Live Hotel, 900 Packer Ave., Philadelphia 19148.
Exhibits will be open from 9 to 11:45 a.m.
(1/x)
Exhibits will be open from 9 to 11:45 a.m.
(1/x)
DBHIDS is proud to participate in beautifying our City via the Porch Light program!
The program focuses on achieving wellness, especially among those dealing with mental health issues or trauma, by providing opportunities to contribute to public art.
Learn more: dbhids.org/mural-arts-porch-light
The program focuses on achieving wellness, especially among those dealing with mental health issues or trauma, by providing opportunities to contribute to public art.
Learn more: dbhids.org/mural-arts-porch-light
February 27, 2025 at 9:29 PM
DBHIDS is proud to participate in beautifying our City via the Porch Light program!
The program focuses on achieving wellness, especially among those dealing with mental health issues or trauma, by providing opportunities to contribute to public art.
Learn more: dbhids.org/mural-arts-porch-light
The program focuses on achieving wellness, especially among those dealing with mental health issues or trauma, by providing opportunities to contribute to public art.
Learn more: dbhids.org/mural-arts-porch-light
Whatever your reason for seeking support, the #988Lifeline is here to help. Connect with us. There is hope. Call or text 988 or chat at 988Lifeline.org
Learn more at 988philly.org -- and find more resources at HealthyMindsPhilly.org
Learn more at 988philly.org -- and find more resources at HealthyMindsPhilly.org
February 21, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Whatever your reason for seeking support, the #988Lifeline is here to help. Connect with us. There is hope. Call or text 988 or chat at 988Lifeline.org
Learn more at 988philly.org -- and find more resources at HealthyMindsPhilly.org
Learn more at 988philly.org -- and find more resources at HealthyMindsPhilly.org
CODE BLUE
Due to the National Weather Service forecasting wind chill below 20 degrees, Code Blue will begin on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 3 p.m. Code Blue will end on Thursday, Jan. 30, at 10 a.m.
Due to the National Weather Service forecasting wind chill below 20 degrees, Code Blue will begin on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 3 p.m. Code Blue will end on Thursday, Jan. 30, at 10 a.m.
January 28, 2025 at 7:39 PM
CODE BLUE
Due to the National Weather Service forecasting wind chill below 20 degrees, Code Blue will begin on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 3 p.m. Code Blue will end on Thursday, Jan. 30, at 10 a.m.
Due to the National Weather Service forecasting wind chill below 20 degrees, Code Blue will begin on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 3 p.m. Code Blue will end on Thursday, Jan. 30, at 10 a.m.
Huge s/o to the Sixers for hosting #MentalHealthAwarenessNight on Friday, Jan. 24. Not only did the Sixers best the Cavs, but the audience was exposed to 988 messaging and fans took home T-shirts to continue to spread the message of calling or texting 988 for mental health crises. Go Sixers!
January 27, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Huge s/o to the Sixers for hosting #MentalHealthAwarenessNight on Friday, Jan. 24. Not only did the Sixers best the Cavs, but the audience was exposed to 988 messaging and fans took home T-shirts to continue to spread the message of calling or texting 988 for mental health crises. Go Sixers!
Join us for Mental Health Awareness Night with the Philadelphia 76ers! Representatives from DBHIDS will be on hand to talk about 988 and give out information on behavioral health recovery.
Click to purchase tickets: fevo-enterprise.com/event/Mental...
Click to purchase tickets: fevo-enterprise.com/event/Mental...
Mental Health Awareness Night
1/24/25 @ 7:00 PM - Mental Health Awareness Night
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January 16, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Join us for Mental Health Awareness Night with the Philadelphia 76ers! Representatives from DBHIDS will be on hand to talk about 988 and give out information on behavioral health recovery.
Click to purchase tickets: fevo-enterprise.com/event/Mental...
Click to purchase tickets: fevo-enterprise.com/event/Mental...
Need help accessing substance use treatment in and around Philadelphia?
The DBHIDS Division of Community Behavioral Health has been expanding access to mental health and substance use services for more than 25 years.
Get started here:
cbhphilly.org/members/substance-use-services
The DBHIDS Division of Community Behavioral Health has been expanding access to mental health and substance use services for more than 25 years.
Get started here:
cbhphilly.org/members/substance-use-services
Substance Use Services – Community Behavioral Health
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December 27, 2024 at 6:07 PM
Need help accessing substance use treatment in and around Philadelphia?
The DBHIDS Division of Community Behavioral Health has been expanding access to mental health and substance use services for more than 25 years.
Get started here:
cbhphilly.org/members/substance-use-services
The DBHIDS Division of Community Behavioral Health has been expanding access to mental health and substance use services for more than 25 years.
Get started here:
cbhphilly.org/members/substance-use-services
Certified Peer Specialists use their own lived experience with behavioral health challenges and recovery to build relationships and help others in need move toward a more meaningful life in the community.
The next application period to become a CPS is coming up soon:
dbhids.org/cps-training
The next application period to become a CPS is coming up soon:
dbhids.org/cps-training
Certified Peer Specialist Training
Learn how to become a Certified Peer Specialist in order to use your lived experience to help others in need.
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December 19, 2024 at 3:23 PM
Certified Peer Specialists use their own lived experience with behavioral health challenges and recovery to build relationships and help others in need move toward a more meaningful life in the community.
The next application period to become a CPS is coming up soon:
dbhids.org/cps-training
The next application period to become a CPS is coming up soon:
dbhids.org/cps-training
The DBHIDS Network of Neighbors is composed of community members trained to support — and lead — responses to stress, trauma, loss, and violence within their own communities.
It focuses on addressing the impact of trauma on individuals and communities.
dbhids.org/network-of-neighbors
It focuses on addressing the impact of trauma on individuals and communities.
dbhids.org/network-of-neighbors
December 18, 2024 at 3:54 PM
The DBHIDS Network of Neighbors is composed of community members trained to support — and lead — responses to stress, trauma, loss, and violence within their own communities.
It focuses on addressing the impact of trauma on individuals and communities.
dbhids.org/network-of-neighbors
It focuses on addressing the impact of trauma on individuals and communities.
dbhids.org/network-of-neighbors
DBHIDS offers numerous training and educational opportunities to behavioral health service providers in and around Philadelphia.
Learn more:
dbhids.org/providers-seeking-information/#trainings-education
Learn more:
dbhids.org/providers-seeking-information/#trainings-education
Providers Seeking Information
Providers seeking information related to DBHIDS services for Philadelphia residents should visit the Providers' Portal.
dbhids.org
December 17, 2024 at 2:54 PM
DBHIDS offers numerous training and educational opportunities to behavioral health service providers in and around Philadelphia.
Learn more:
dbhids.org/providers-seeking-information/#trainings-education
Learn more:
dbhids.org/providers-seeking-information/#trainings-education
Today, representatives from DBHIDS recorded a podcast with WTDY-FM (96.5) to talk about the importance of calling/texting 988 including when to call, who should call, and what help callers will receive from trained crisis counselors in multiple languages. Stay tuned for the air date.
988philly.org
988philly.org
December 16, 2024 at 8:14 PM
Today, representatives from DBHIDS recorded a podcast with WTDY-FM (96.5) to talk about the importance of calling/texting 988 including when to call, who should call, and what help callers will receive from trained crisis counselors in multiple languages. Stay tuned for the air date.
988philly.org
988philly.org
'Tis the season to be happy, healthy, and safe. So prepare.
Tips for Getting through the Holidays
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Tips for Getting through the Holidays
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Tis the Season - Holiday
'Tis the season...
to be happy, healthy, and safe. So prepare.
The holiday parade marches on with that turkey receding in the rear-view mirror and the Christmas tree appearing on the horizon. It...
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December 13, 2024 at 7:51 PM
'Tis the season to be happy, healthy, and safe. So prepare.
Tips for Getting through the Holidays
healthymindsphilly.org/tis-the-seas...
Tips for Getting through the Holidays
healthymindsphilly.org/tis-the-seas...