There are currently a variety of complex reforms underway such as the DOJ Settlement Agreement, STEP-VA, and state hospital census management, that call for clearly defined and coordinated priorities, goals and thoughtful actions to ensure improvements have the intended impact. DBHDS' strategic planning efforts work to coordinate efforts surrounding these major initiatives and other critical work throughout the agency. DBHDS also prepares plans required by §37.2-315 of the Code of Virginia and by the Department of Planning and Budget pursuant to §2.2-2684 of the Code of Virginia (Strategic Plans and Area Plans).

Comprehensive Plan

Area Plans

Strategic Plans