Summary
Dr. Jena Kiser presented the Response Unit for Supportive Health (R.U.S.H.) program, providing free virtual mental health support for first responders, mine employees, and district attorneys following critical incidents.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 10
- Last 30 days
- 9
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Supported by local partners and Nevada Gold Mines.
First responders, emergency personnel, mine employees, and county district attorney staff.
Local providers and families facing prolonged developmental delays due to workforce shortages.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Commissioners - Oct 7, 2026
Local autism service providers face severe waitlists and workforce shortages because Nevada Medicaid reimbursement rates lag far behind neighboring states like Utah. The board agreed to support advocacy efforts to increase these rates and establish rural travel adjustments.
Board of Commissioners - May 6, 2026
Dr. Jena Kiser presented the Response Unit for Supportive Health (R.U.S.H.) program, providing free virtual mental health support for first responders, mine employees, and district attorneys following critical incidents.
DOGE cuts trickle down to Elko County's mental-health care for youth
ELKO — Federal cuts to the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health’s community mental health services block grant are hitting home in Elko County with the elimination of two programs helping children, including students impacted by COVID-era ...
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