Wednesday, January 15, 2025
1/15/2025
We understand there are community issues growing to epidemic proportions in mental health, substance abuse and suicide, as it relates to the impacts of COVID-19 and mental health disorders have proven to be a major issue among Tunica-Biloxi tribal members. The most common mental health disorders within our service area include depression, autism, attention deficit (hyperactivity) disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder for victims of violent crime (domestic abuse) and military veterans. In addition, many tribal members have co-occurring mental health disorders that are related to substance abuse. According to the 2018 SAMHSA National Survey, approximately 34.5% of American Indians aged 18 to 50 that were diagnosed with a mental health issue also has a substance abuse issue. As a result, it is imperative that the tribes within our service area have a robust system to assist tribal members with mental health issues and substance abuse. The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana is seeking funding from SAMHSA in the amount of $492,955 to respond to SMI and SUD cause or re-triggered by COVID-19.
HHS’ Tracking Accountability in Government Grants System (TAGGS) website provides access to detailed descriptions of grants, loans, aggregated direct payments and other types of financial assistance awarded by the HHS Operating Divisions (OPDIVs) and the Office of the Secretary Staff Divisions (STAFFDIVs).