About Us

Who We Are

The Williamson County Mental Health Board is a mental health authority of county government. The Mental Health Board operates under the provisions of H.B. 708, Illinois Revised statutes, also known as the Community Mental Health Act. Through the Community Mental Health Act, the Mental Health Board is empowered to develop and coordinate a local system of care addressing the needs of Williamson County residents living with mental illness, substance use disorder, and intellectual and/or developmental disability.

What We Do

The Williamson County Mental Health Board was created by a referendum approved by the voters of Williamson County in 1966. Through the passage of this referendum, a property tax levy was established to support the Williamson County Mental Health Board in carrying out the mandates and duties of the Community Mental Health Act. The 708 funds supplement the funding received by these organizations from state, federal, and private sources. The funds generated by the property tax levy are distributed by the 708 board to a variety of community based organizations that provide direct services to those in Williamson County.

How We Help

  • Consult with other appropriate private and public agencies in the development of local plans for the most efficient delivery of mental health, intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services.
  • Submit to the appointing officer and the members of the governing body a written plan for a program of community mental health services and facilities for persons with a mental illness, intellectual and/or developmental disability, or substance use disorder.
  • Within amounts appropriated therefore, execute such programs and maintain such services and facilities as may be authorized under such appropriations.
  • Review and evaluate community mental health services and facilities, including services and facilities for the treatment of alcoholism, drug addiction, and intellectual disabilities and/or developmental disabilities.
  • Further “Board's powers and duties” are set forth in 405 ILCS 20/3e.

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