The Role of Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics in Response to Natural and Human-made Disasters: A Case Study on the 2023 Maui Wildfires

This case study highlights how Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs) can strengthen behavioral health disaster preparedness and recovery. Drawing on the Maui County CCBHC's response to the 2023 Lahaina wildfires, the publication explores crisis response, trauma-informed care, care coordination, workforce strategies, and community partnerships that support long-term recovery. The resource offers practical lessons for CCBHCs and behavioral health providers preparing for future natural and human-made disasters.

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