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 the recovery and resiliency of individuals and their families, through advocacy, education, and public policy.
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.
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.
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MHAPA, a nonprofit organization that reflects the ethnic and cultural diversity of the Commonwealth, works on behalf of the mental health of its citizens, instilling principles that facilitate the recovery and resiliency of individuals and their families, through advocacy, education, and public policy.
The MHAPA Board of Directors manages the general business affairs of MHAPA, including but not limited to overseeing staff, maintaining the organization's fiscal health, and developing and implementing MHAPA's strategic plan.
Each member of the Board should believe in and support MHAPA's values and show dedicated professional and/or personal commitment to working for a just, humane, and healthy society that accords all people respect, dignity, choice, and the opportunity to achieve their full potential free from stigma and prejudice.Board members agree to serve a term of three years.
Each member of the Board should believe in and support MHAPA's values and show dedicated professional and/or personal commitment to working for a just, humane, and healthy society that accords all people respect, dignity, choice, and the opportunity to achieve their full potential free from stigma and prejudice.Board members agree to serve a term of three years.
External Advocates are independent advocates who provide assistance and support to individuals receiving services at state operated mental health and juvenile justice facilities. Help individuals and their families with questions, concerns, and complaints regarding hospital care and treatment. Work with individuals and others, including local/regional mental health offices and county providers, to facilitate community living.
If you need help accessing or navigating the Pennsylvania behavioral health services and supports system for yourself, your child, a family member, or someone else you know, please contact our Behavioral Health Navigators. Since 2013-with funding from the Pennsylvania Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS)-the Mental Health Association in Pennsylvania (MHAPA) has supported two part-time Behavioral Health Navigators.
In 2013, ITE/MH created a photography project to celebrate people who are the living Evidence of mental health recovery and the individuals, organizations, and communities that offer support and hope along the journey. We began with photography and have evolved to include many different forms of expression, including writing, illustration, and more.
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