Florida TaxWatch Supports More Funds for Mental Health Services

Florida TaxWatch released a report on Thursday looking at the state government's mental health efforts.

"Mental health problems affect many members of our communities, from children in our elementary schools to retirees in nursing homes, and ensuring individuals are getting the help they need is truly a matter of public safety," said Dominic Calabro, the president and CEO of Florida TaxWatch, on Thursday. "It is critical that our state's mental health dollars are spent most efficiently to provide care to those who need it most, and our state's Behavioral Health Managing Entities are helping to do that, even with minimal funding."

The report shows, despite being under funded, Florida's Behavioral Health Managing Entities has been efficient. Despite that, Florida TaxWatch called for more funding of mental health services at the state level. The report can be read here.