About SUMHLC
A collaborative voice for behavioral health in Rhode Island
Our mission
The mission of the Substance Use and Mental Health Leadership Council of RI is to promote a collaborative, coordinated system of high quality, comprehensive community-based mental health and substance use prevention and treatment services.
We are driven by the needs of the clients and communities our members serve, and accomplish our mission through collaboration, advocacy, and training.
- member organizations
- 46
- years delivering continuing education
- 30+
- professionals trained each year
- 1,500
- crisis help via BH Link and 988
- 24/7
What we provide
Leadership, advocacy and training
Mental health leadership
A united voice for community-based providers with state agencies, legislators and partners.
Substance use prevention advocacy
Pushing for prevention, fair provider rates and policies that keep treatment within reach.
Collaboration and training
Roundtables for members and accredited continuing education through TRAIN ED.
Support our work
Every gift helps a Rhode Islander find care.
Donations fund training for the behavioral health workforce, advocacy for community-based care, and resources for people seeking help. Your contribution is tax-deductible.
Prefer to give by mail?
Substance Use and Mental Health Leadership Council of Rhode Island15 Messenger Drive, 1st Floor
Warwick, RI 02888