Congressman Langworthy Announces $1 Million Federal Grant to Expand Mental Health Services for Chautauqua County Children

Washington, D.C.—July 16, 2026… Congressman Nick Langworthy today announced that the Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene has been awarded a $1,000,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to support comprehensive community mental health services for children with serious emotional disturbances.

The funding is provided through the Comprehensive Community Mental Health Services for Children with Serious Emotional Disturbances (SED) program and will help strengthen access to coordinated behavioral health services for children and families throughout Chautauqua County.

"Every child deserves access to the mental health care and support they need to reach their full potential," said Congressman Langworthy. "This $1 million investment will help ensure children facing serious emotional and behavioral challenges receive timely, comprehensive care closer to home while giving families access to the resources they need. Supporting the health and well-being of our communities means making sure children don't fall through the cracks, and I will continue working to bring federal resources back to Western New York and the Southern Tier that strengthen the services families need.” 

The $1,000,000 grant will support the Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene's efforts to provide coordinated, community-based mental health services for children with serious emotional disturbances, helping improve access to treatment, strengthen family support services, and promote better long-term outcomes.