The primary purpose of SAMHSA's toolkits is to implement Evidence-Based Practices and improve services in the mental health and substance use treatment fields. These toolkits are developed to provide resources, guidance, and best practices that health care providers, organizations, and communities can use to effectively address the needs of individuals facing mental health challenges or substance use disorders. By focusing on evidence-based approaches, SAMHSA aims to enhance service delivery, ensure that people receive the most effective care, and ultimately improve outcomes for individuals in recovery.
The other options do not align with the core focus of SAMHSA's toolkits. Reducing funding for mental health programs negates the goal of enhancing care and support. Providing emergency care guidelines is a specific aspect of care that may not encompass the broader scope of improving overall service delivery. Training volunteers in crisis intervention is important but is a narrower focus than the primary goal of implementing comprehensive, evidence-based practices.