NEW- On June 16, 2010, BHD presented a preliminary report on mixed-gender units to the Health and Human Needs Committee.  Below is the link to the complete report along with recommendations from the Medical Staff and Administration of the Division.

Mixed-Gender Unit Report

NEW -- The State Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance (DQA), completes a state and federal survey every four years. The Behavioral Health Division’s (BHD) last survey was completed in 2006. Below you will find the 2010 survey and BHD’s proposed plan of correction.  The proposed action plan is currently pending review and approval by DQA.

State Findings/BHD Action Plan

BHD Report to County Board

   Mission and Vision Statement   

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February 2009 Newsletter

November  2008 Newsletter

 The Behavioral Health Division provides care and treatment to developmentally, emotionally and mentally ill adults, children and adolescents through both County-operated programs and contracts with community agencies. Services include intensive short-term treatment through our crisis services and inpatient services. Long-term inpatient care is available through the Division's nursing home programs.

The Division provides a full array of supportive community services for persons with serious mental illness and alcohol and other drug abuse services to the community.

Management Staff:

Documents: 

BHD Privacy Notice

Links to additional mental health resources:

NAMI Greater Milwaukee

Mental Health America of Wisconsin