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The Mental Health Association in Pennsylvania which reflects the ethnic and cultural diversity of the Commonwealth, works on behalf of the mental health of its citizens, instilling principles that facilitate recovery and resiliency of individuals and their families, through advocacy, education, and public policy.
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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.
The Latest
- October Policy UpdateThe 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…
- Understand Your Voter Rights: Convicted Felons, Convicted Misdemeanants and Pretrial Detainees Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of StateIf 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…
- September National Policy UpdateLast 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…
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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.