On July 1st, 2026, the Los Angeles Department of Mental Health announced its plan for transitioning to the Behavioral Health Services Act. This change was voter-approved in 2024 under Proposition 1, and designates three primary buckets of funding:
- Housing and Operating Subsidies, including licensed Residential Treatment
- Full-Service Partnerships (FSP), for all-ages intensive care
- Behavioral Health Services and Supports, including early intervention, crisis care, and outpatient services
The Department of Mental Health is placing an emphasis on continuity of care for clients, and plans a gradual transition to ensure that no client loses services.
What you can do now, and how Sites Professionals can help
Now is an excellent time to assess your medication support services and psychiatry. Having psychiatrists on your team who can service clients of all ages and all levels of care will ensure that your program provides continuity of care to your clients, and is adaptable to the changes ahead.
This is where Sites Professionals can help you. We match psychiatrists to your program and the clients you serve, and will do so in partnership with your team to adapt your program to these changes.