Kids in Charlotte facing mental health emergencies are often stuck waiting days—or even weeks—in ERs because there just aren’t enough psychiatric beds. Some have even had to sleep in office buildings or conference rooms. With big federal Medicaid cuts looming, families are left with fewer options and more uncertainty. The Katie Blessing Center, set to open in 2026, hopes to fill this gap, but it’s clear no single group can fix this alone. What do you think Charlotte needs most to support our youth in crisis—more funding, more facilities, or something else? #Health #MentalHealth #Charlotte