Ron Turner talks with Sara Wickizer, Program Director with Oaks Integrated Care. She discusses the ongoing mental health crisis, exacerbated by the pandemic. She describes how they provide comprehensive services, including substance use treatment, mental health care, and support for individuals of all ages, regardless of their socioeconomic status or insurance coverage. Wickizer highlights the importance of accessible, coordinated care through programs like the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CBHC) and emphasizes family involvement in treatment. Oaks also provides urgent mental health care, outpatient services, and resources across multiple New Jersey counties. They can be contacted at (https://oaksintcare.org)
Original airdate: 9/8/2024
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Ron joined EMF in 2023 and he covers Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Wisconsin, portions of NE and NJ, including major markets Chicago, Detroit, and Philadelphia.
