Mental Health Services Act feedback forums welcome public input

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Santa Barbara County is hosting so-called feedback forums to discuss the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA).

Their first forum took place at the Faulkner Gallery in the Santa Barbara Library, where they provided free pizza.

The Department of Behavioral Health is using the feedback forums to gather information.

The department wants to find out how stakeholders or members of the public want MHSA funding to be used.

Services begin with phone calls to the toll-free 24/7 Access Line at (888) 868-1649.  

That is where people can get mental health, alcohol, substance use information, referrals, and crisis support.

Attendees are also encouraged to share their ideas in a survey.

Feedback forums will also be held at the following locations:

• Santa Barbara Public Library – Faulkner Gallery
  Monday, October 21st, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
• Santa Maria Public Library – Shepard's Hall
  Saturday, November 2nd, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Lompoc Public Library – Grossman Gallery
  Tuesday, November 12th, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
• Virtual Forum via Zoom
  Wednesday, December 4th, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

For more information visit Behavioral Wellness Website.