Behavioral Health Services for Adults With Serious Mental Illness in Maricopa County
September 29, 2006 Behavioral Health Services for Adults With Serious Mental Illness in Maricopa County This audit conducted by the Arizona Office of the Auditor General investigated how the Department of Health Services provided behavioral health services for adults with serious mental illness (SMI) in Maricopa County in 2005. The analysis considered how funds for SMI services are spent in Maricopa County, the degree of focus on outcomes, and the level of financial oversight provided. The key findings and recommendations included the following:A court order in the case of Arnold v. Sarn that requires that the provision of specific . . .
