Mental Health Campaign
People recover from mental illness. The Evidence is the men and women living fulfilled lives, supported by their communities. It is the people sharing stories of their mental health recovery journey and extending a hand to help others. The Evidence is YOU when you stand as a living example of recovery. It is YOU when you honor human potential and inspire hope, when you create opportunities and offer encouragement.
Latest Posts
- October Policy Update
The following is an update regarding national legislation updates and policy as it relates to mental health. With the voter registration deadline quickly approaching in Pennsylvania (October 19!) these policy updates serves as a reminder that our vote matters. Elected officials from the local to the federal level policies that can affect us all. Register to vote today! Mental Health Bills Pass the House and Advance to the Senate In the past weeks, the House of Representatives… - Understand Your Voter Rights: Convicted Felons, Convicted Misdemeanants and Pretrial Detainees Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of State
If you are unsure of whether you are legally allowed to vote or not as a Convicted Felons, Convicted Misdemeanants and Pretrial Detainees, the PA Department of State has released new guidelines that can help you better understand your eligibility. Who Can Register to Vote You may register and vote if you hold citizenship in the United States for at least one month before the next election A Pennsylvania resident and have lived in your election district for… - September National Policy Update
Last week, the House of Representatives passed several mental health and suicide prevention bills, including the National Suicide Hotline Designation Act (S.2661), the HERO Act (H.R.1646), the Suicide Prevention Lifeline Improvement Act (H.R.4564), the Campaign to Prevent Suicide Act (H.R.4585), and the Suicide Prevention Act (H.R.5619). The bill, which will designate a new 9-8-8 number and provide a funding mechanism for implementation of the number, is a major victory and has the potential to modernize the…
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External Advocates
External Advocates are independent advocates who provide assistance and support to individuals receiving services at state operated mental health and juvenile justice facilities.
I'm the Evidence
I’m the Evidence/Mental Health Campaign (ITE/MH) celebrates people who are the living Evidence of mental health recovery and the individuals and communities that support them.
Behavioral Health Navigators
BHN can assist with navigating the Mental Health Care system in PA.
