At least 20 U.S. veterans die from suicide every day because of their traumatic experiences during military service. We applaud the work Veteran Services is doing to provide veterans with the mental healthcare they need. Click here to read the article.
We are thrilled that New Orleans has chosen to renew their contract with us! We look forward to continuing our service and thank prison healthcare expert Dr. Robert Greifinger for recognizing the “substantial and measurable improvement” that we have made. Click here to read the complete article.
We recognize the importance of curtailing the opioid epidemic and want to applaud these Delaware-based programs for exploring innovative solutions to address this growing concern. Click here to read the complete article.
Interesting article on technology innovations in healthcare. Innovation is a centerpiece of our mission and vision, and we’re proud that many powerful technologies are in place in Wellpath facilities. Click here to read the article.
Iowa is no longer one of four states without a children’s mental healthcare system. We applaud the steps Iowa has taken towards fostering healthy communities. Click here to read the article.
We understand the importance of bringing attention and destigmatizing mental healthcare. As we close out National Mental Health Awareness month, here are helpful ways in which you can break down the stigma of mental illness. Click here to read the article.
Congress is currently considering dozens of new bills that aim to improve and expand veteran’s mental healthcare services. Our hope is that any vet who suffers gets the help they need. Click here to read the article.
It’s time to set the record straight about what is going on at the Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API). As team members at Wellpath Recovery Solutions work to return API to functionality, we believe Alaskans deserve to know the full story, complete with context and accurate information. Click here to read the complete article. (Photo Credit: Loren Holmes/ADN)
The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services issued an accreditation renewal for the Alaska Psychiatric Institute. DHSS previously issued Wellpath a no-bid contract in February to manage API. Click here to read the complete article.
Mental health services at Napa County Juvenile Hall meet state standards and are easily accessible to young people behind bars, the county watchdog says. Read More
In February, Alaska officials turned over management of the state’s sole psychiatric hospital to a private company. After years of mounting problems, the Alaska Psychiatric Institute was on the brink of losing crucial certifications and facing at least three investigations that found major errors threatening patient safety. Read More
Milwaukee County Plans For New Health Services Provider At Jail – “Armor’s contract ends on April 1, and the Board approved a two-year contract for a different private Nashville-based health services provider called Wellpath.”
Dunleavy hints at additional privatization beyond API – “Officials have said that under the contract, Wellpath will bring in a team that will work to correct problems relating to staff safety, patient safety and rights, regulatory compliance and the therapeutic environment.”
Privatization isn’t a long-term answer for API. But it could help us get out of this crisis. – “Given the scope of the problems at the Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API), it’s important to scrutinize the details of the governor’s plan. It now appears that the short-term contract with Wellpath Recovery Solutions is the first step.”
SLO County Jail gets new healthcare provider – “Starting Friday, Feb. 1, Wellpath will now provide all medical care for the inmates at the jail. That includes medical, behavioral health, and dental services.”
