Pediatric Mental Health Care Access Program (PMHCA)
This grant supports pediatric mental health by giving primary care providers fast access to tele-consultation, training, and care coordination for children and youth.
Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $445,000 per award; ~$9.79 million total program funding; 22 awards expected; annual; cost sharing/matching required
Summary: Supports pediatric primary care providers in improving mental and behavioral health for children and youth through tele-consultation, training, and care coordination support.
Description
The Pediatric Mental Health Care Access Program (PMHCA) aims to enhance the capacity of pediatric primary care providers to deliver mental and behavioral health services to children and youth. The program offers quick access to tele-consultation with mental health specialists, provider training, and care coordination support. By strengthening the pediatric mental health workforce and leveraging telehealth, the PMHCA program addresses critical gaps in access to behavioral health care for children, particularly in underserved areas.
