The Division of Public and Behavioral Health has announced a grant of $1,935,621 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration which will fund psychiatric access to care in Nevada communities.

It's been five weeks since Governor Steve Sisolak ordered Nevadans to stay at home as the coronavirus continued to spread around the world. While some have adjusted to staying in, it has provided challenges for others, especially those living alone.

Staying home and social distancing protect people who are physically vulnerable during the COVID-19 outbreak, but pandemic precautions may cause problems for Nevadans who live with depression and mental illness.

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The committee tasked with deciding who qualifies for a portion of the Las Vegas Victims Fund is expected to release the final distribution plan on Friday.