Representative Kai Belton's Passion, Advocacy, and Commitment to Connecticut Families.

In this episode of The Paid Leave Podcast, we focus on mental health and speak with a local politician who started a caucus dealing with black family health. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Maternal Mental Health Month and National Adolescent Health Month. In addition, Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week is May 5-11th. CT Paid Leave gives up to 12 weeks of income Replacement for your own serious health conditions or that of a loved one. That includes maternity and bonding leave and mental health issues if your health care professional deems it a serious health condition. Guest Kai Belton, a state representative and advocate for children's mental health and victim services, shares her journey into politics, inspired by the late Rep. Q Williams. Belton emphasizes the importance of the Black Maternal and Infant Health Caucus in addressing racial disparities in maternal health. She recounts her personal experiences with healthcare and advocates for the critical role of paid leave in supporting families and caregivers, particularly during crises. Belton also discusses the need for diverse healthcare workers and the impact of maternal mental health on community health. Representative Kai Belton: Belton | Connecticut House Democrats or call 1-800-842-8267, 860-240-8585. To apply for benefits visit: CT Paid Leave . https://ctpaidleave.org/s/?language=en_US https://www.facebook.com/CTPaidLeave https://www.instagram.com/ctpaidleave/ https://twitter.com/CTPaidLeave https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=ct+paid+leave