The Behavioral Health Training and Education Network - BHTEN

The Behavioral Health Training and Education Network - BHTEN The Behavioral Health Training and Education Network is committed to supporting Philadelphia's behav

05/19/2026

We encourage parents, caregivers and families in Philly to check out the upcoming resource fair for Children's Mental Health Awareness Day, hosted by the Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services. Caring for children’s mental health is an essential part of building a safer future where everyone can thrive.

🗓️ Tuesday, May 26, 2026
🕒 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
📍 Conestoga Playground, 1452 N. 53rd Street, Philadelphia
🎟️ Free and open to all, and there will be food!

[Image description: A picture of an event poster on a purple brick wall. The event is a Children's Mental Health Awareness Day resource fair with food, giveaways and resources for children and their families, hosted by the City of Philadelphia’s Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS). Under the poster are the words: “Come to Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day in Philly on May 26!”]

05/19/2026

Philadelphians are feeling the impact of rising gas prices and the higher cost of groceries. Everyday activities like commuting to work or buying food becoming more expensive can take a serious toll on your mental and emotional well-being. When financial stressors pile up, worry and uncertainty incr...

05/19/2026

BREAKING: Today, May 19, 2026, has been declared a CODE ORANGE Ozone Action Day in Philadelphia. Protect your health during Air Quality Action Days by limiting strenuous outdoor activities.

Learn more about air quality: phila.gov/aqi

Heat Caution and Extreme Heat ResourcesThe Philadelphia Department of Public Health has declared a Heat Caution for Mond...
05/18/2026

Heat Caution and Extreme Heat Resources

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health has declared a Heat Caution for Monday, 5/18, through Wednesday, 5/20. During extreme heat, it’s important to check on your neighbors, especially older adults, people with chronic health conditions who are more likely to get sick, and anyone who lives alone. Make sure they have access to air conditioning, are staying hydrated, and know how to call for help if they need it.
STAY COOL
*Stay in air conditioning at home or in a cool public space. For free or discounted indoor activities, visit www.art-reach.org or call (267) 515-6720.
*The hottest part of the day is from about 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; try to stay out of the sun and avoid strenuous activities, if possible.
*Stay hydrated. Drink water or fruit juice even if you don’t feel thirsty.
*If you are hot and don’t feel well, call a doctor. Call 911 if you think someone is having an emergency.
STAY INFORMED
*Stay connected with emergency information by signing up for free city alerts. Text READYPHILA to 888-777 for texts sent directly to your phone.
*Extreme Heat Guide – www.phila.gov/heat: This includes information about health risks during extreme heat and tools to help you stay cool.
*Blog Post – Feeling hot, hot, hot? Beat the heat this summer – bit.ly/PHLBeatTheHeat: This includes a list of 10 things you can do to stay cool this summer in Philadelphia.
*Utility Emergency Services Fund – (215) 972-5170 or visit www.uesfacts.org: Utility and housing assistance and more. Residents can call to learn about and enroll in state and federal benefits.
This information was provided by The Philadelphia Department of Public Health
Public Health Preparedness Program
1101 Market Street, 12th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107
[email protected] | 215-429-3016

05/14/2026

Mental health is part of overall health. This May, take time to check in with yourself and your community. healthymindsphilly.org

05/14/2026

You’re invited to the DBHIDS Peer Culture and Community Inclusion Unit virtual job fair.

Peer Specialists connect with employers, get answers, and interview right at the job fair.

Click to register: bit.ly/PCCI-May13

The 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month theme, announced by Mental Health America (MHA), is "More Good Days, Together". T...
05/05/2026

The 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month theme, announced by Mental Health America (MHA), is "More Good Days, Together". This theme focuses on defining what a "good" day means personally, fostering community connection, reducing stigma, and connecting individuals to support to make more good days possible.

05/05/2026

Faith leaders, behavioral health professionals, and community advocates gathered on Thursday to examine how faith and spirituality can help communities respond to grief, loneliness and isolation at the city’s annual

04/21/2026

The countdown is on! In just a few weeks, we’ll come together for the 988 Walk • Run • Stroll • Roll — a 5K walk, run, or stroll dedicated to connection, compassion, and mental health support. Register now at DBHIDS.org/988-5K

04/21/2026

Hey Philadelphia! 👋 Have you checked out the new CBH Member Portal?

Manage your CBH coverage with easy access to:

✅ Coverage details
✅ Submitted claims
✅ And more!

Check it out! ➡️ https://cbhphilly.org/login/

🇪🇸 ¡Hola, Filadelfia! ¿Has explorado el nuevo Portal para Miembros de CBH?
Administra tu cobertura de CBH con el fácil acceso a:

• Información sobre tu cobertura
• Reclamos enviados
• ¡Y más!

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