Document Type
Fact Sheet
Publication Date
3-2026
Abstract
Nearly 1 in 5 children in Montana live with multiple chronic or lifelong health conditions, facing greater vulnerability due to reduced access to child welfare support. Youth with disabilities are need both specialized mental health care and consistent access, both of which are limited in rural Montana. This factsheet shares related data and resources.
Keywords
rural, youth, disabilities, mental health resources
Rights
© 2026 RTC:Rural
Granting Agency
DHDD and National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR)
Acknowledgement
The contents of this fact sheet were developed as part of a cooperative agreement (DD21-2103 from DHDD) and under a grant from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR grant number 90RTCP0007). NIDILRR is a Center within the Administration for Community Living (ACL) and DHDD are in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The contents do not necessarily represent the policy of DHDD, NIDILRR, ACL, or HHS, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government nor does the content necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
Project Number
DD21-2103 and 90RTCP0007
Recommended Citation
Semanoff, S., Traci, M. A., & Greiman, L. (March 2026). Mental Health Access for Youth with Disabilities in Montana. RTC: Rural Factsheet. Missoula, MT: The University of Montana Rural Institute for Inclusive Communities.