BHSSBC convened a Co-Occurring Disorders (COD) workgroup February 25, 2009 to assess Co-Occurring treatment options, identify barriers to treatment, identify solutions to those barriers and develop short-term and long term strategies for COD competency. Below are the Mission and Vision statements for Bedford and Somerset Counties COD initiative.

 Mission Statement:
To enhance an accessible system of comprehensive quality mental health and substance use services that are
welcoming, continuous, and integrated, which promote resiliency and recovery to individuals and families in Bedford and Somerset Counties.
           

Vision Statement:
To build a system without barriers that moves Bedford and Somerset Counties services towards empowering individuals and families experiencing mental health and substance use complexities to live full, satisfying, and productive lives in the community.