The Henry County 708 Mental Health Board is announcing the opportunity for qualified agencies to submit applications for the 2026 fiscal year.
Organizations seeking funding must provide services to residents of Henry County in the categories of mental health, substance abuse and/or developmental disabilities. Under the provisions of the Community Mental Health Act, the 708 Board annually apportions tax monies from a budget approved by the Henry County Board.
Deadline for the current round of applications is Tuesday, April 8. Applications forms are available from Carrie Boelens at 309-525-0695 or by email at boelens.carrie@gmail.com.
Requests for the application may be made by telephone or email.
The Henry County 708 Mental Health Board currently funds Alternatives for the Older Adult, Braveheart Children’s Advocacy Center, Bridgeway, The Center for Youth and Family Solutions, Freedom House, Geneseo Marriage and Family Counseling, Good Shepherd Foundation, Henry County Health Department, Henry County Mental Health Alliance, NAMI Greater Mississippi Valley, Sol’s Legacy Ministries, and Henry County Youth Service Bureau.
Members of the Henry County 708 Mental Health Board are Robin O’Connor, Amy Jackson, Betty Murphy, Carrie Boelens, Tammy Swanson and Dr. Crystal Strode.
