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Oklahoma Mental Health Cuts Hit Tulsa's Family Services Hard

9/11/2025

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The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health is reducing funding for several agencies due to budget constraints.
Family and Children Services (FCS) in Tulsa will face a $1.5 million cut, affecting its operations.
FCS President Adam Andreassen expressed frustration with the timing of these cuts.
FCS plans to maintain services but will slow growth and investments.
Future cuts could range from $1.4 million to $4 million, as the department aims for a balanced budget by October 1.

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Story summary

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health is reducing funding for several agencies due to budget constraints.
Family and Children Services (FCS) in Tulsa will face a $1.5 million cut, affecting its operations.
FCS President Adam Andreassen expressed frustration with the timing of these cuts.
FCS plans to maintain services but will slow growth and investments.
Future cuts could range from $1.4 million to $4 million, as the department aims for a balanced budget by October 1.