| We are the Mental Health, Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Board of Putnam County, formally the "648 Board". Formed in accordance with state statute in the late 60's. The Board members are made up of volunteers from Putnam County only. The volunteers are appointed by the County Commissioners, Ohio Department of Mental Health, and Ohio Department of Alcohol Drug Addiction Services. The Board is the governing authority for the disbursement of federal, state, and local dollars for the purposes of mental health & drug and alcohol treatment and prevention. The priorities are developed by the Board to meet the local needs of our community. The Board meets monthly to fulfill our county mission. From this mission statement goals are established to develop appropriate cost effective mental health and recovery services for those in need in Putnam County. Services available to Putnam County residents through the Putnam County ADAMHS Board and providers network are:
Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug services are necessary to benefit all citizens of Putnam County. To provide the necessary funding for these services the ADAMHS Board receives funding from the following sources:
The local .3 mill levy originally approved in 1979 and renewed since then provides approximated $170,000. This local money has been used to match state and federal grants and requirements. Most recently the local funds match a capital grant from the State of Ohio to renovate and expand Pathways Counseling Center. This Board is constantly
searching other funding opportunities to lessen the financial burden
on the citizens of Putnam County. |
