Hawaii State Department of Health - Adult Mental Health Division

The Adult Mental Health Division (AMHD) of the Hawaii State Department of Health serves as the state’s mental health authority for adults in need of behavioral health services. AMHD provides comprehensive support to eligible individuals who are residents of Hawaii and meet specific criteria.

Those typically served by the AMHD include:

-Adults aged 18 and older (youth under 18 may be referred to the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division: CAMHD)

-Individuals diagnosed with a serious mental illness (SMI)

-Persons under court-ordered treatment, including Conditional Release, Release on Conditions, Mental Health Court, or Jail Diversion programs

-Individuals who are uninsured or underinsured

-Victims of natural disasters or acts of terrorism

-Individuals in crisis who require short-term mental health support

As the designated authority for adult mental health in Hawaii, AMHD ensures access to essential services and works to improve the lives of individuals facing serious mental health challenges through compassionate, coordinated care.