Ohio Department of Health

The Ohio Youth Suicide Prevention Strategic Plan for 2022-2026 outlines strategies to align existing efforts and address gaps in training and programming. The plan focuses on raising awareness, addressing shared risk and protective factors, and reducing morbidity and mortality related to suicide and suicide ideation among Ohio youth aged 10-24. Key priorities include adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)/resiliency, prevention strategies, and mental health treatment. The plan emphasizes equity, access to care, and culturally competent strategies for at-risk populations, with regular reviews and amendments to ensure relevance and effectiveness.

The Ohio Department of Health's 2020-2022 strategic plan focuses on four key priorities: Strategic Partnerships, Flexible & Sustainable Funding, Organizational Capacity & Infrastructure, and Social Determinants/Conditions. The plan aims to build a vibrant public health system through strong collaborations, innovative funding models, a supportive work environment, and addressing social determinants of health to improve the well-being of all Ohioans. Key outcomes include maximizing existing resources, fostering a model workplace, promoting health equity, and achieving national leadership in public health. The plan utilizes a Results Based Accountability framework for monitoring progress and includes specific performance measures for each priority area.