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Mental Health Matters Day

WebWe believe passionately in the power of building momentum and strength together to better the lives of those with mental health challenges. Speaking up about mental health is a …

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Greater opioid use and mental health disorders are linked in a new

WebA new study suggests that people with anxiety and depression are consuming a disproportionate share of prescription painkillers, a finding that could add a new wrinkle …

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Policy & Advocacy

WebMental health and substance use disorder services will be integrated with seamless. access and minimal barriers. Services will address the diverse needs of California’s population, …

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History Mental Health America of CA

WebOn April 13, 1953, at the McShane Bell Foundry in Baltimore, MD, NMHA melted down these inhumane bindings and recast them into a sign of hope: the Mental Health Bell. …

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Mental Health Issues Overlooked in College Transition

WebAmong health care professionals surveyed, a strong majority said they had seen more mental health issues among teens in the past 5 years: 86% said the teens have had …

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MHAC in the News

WebSelect July 5, 2023 - Senate education committee. Start video and forward to 2:24:30.

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MHAC Names Heidi Strunk as New President and CEO

WebOctober 3, 2019. Mental Health America of California introduces our new President and CEO – Heidi Strunk. Heidi has more than 20 years of leadership experience, including 17 …

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News & Events Mental Health America of CA

WebNews & Events | Mental Health America of CA

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Mental Health America of California Public Policy Priorities 2023

WebMental Health America of California Public Policy Priorities 2023 1. Educate Administration and Legislature a. Engage in activities to educate the administration on MHAC’s …

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PRINCIPLES FOR ENGAGEMENT AND ADVOCACY

WebPRINCIPLES FOR ENGAGEMENT AND ADVOCACY The mission of the Connection Coalition is to reach and engage behavioral health* community stakeholders in issues …

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MHAC Names Heidi Strunk as New President and CEO

WebMental Health America of California introduces our new President and CEO – Heidi Strunk. Heidi has more than 20 years of leadership experience, including 17 years of volunteer …

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December 9, 2019

Web2 Mental Health America of California The timeline for trailer bill legislation closely tracks the annual budget process. The first release of trailer bill occurs in mid-February with …

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Mental Health America of California Public Policy Priorities …

WebMHAC 2017 Public Policy Priorities Updated February 1, 2017 Page 2 a. Begin the process of requiring mental health education to be included in school

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The Impact of Immigration Policy on the Health & Well-being …

WebEconomic Impact •Direct costs of mental health services: –$121B in 2003, projected to be $280.5B in 2020 (Dept of Health & Human Services) •Indirect costs of mental illness:

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Chair, Budget Committee

WebWe respectfully request an allocation of $3.3 billion for the current and budget year to prevent the impending decimation of behavioral health safety net services across the state .

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Governor Gavin Newsom Governor, State of California State …

WebMarch 28, 2020 Governor Gavin Newsom Governor, State of California State Capitol Sacramento, CA 95814 Dear Governor Newsom: Our organizations would like to thank …

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