Albany Times Union Op-Ed on
Community Mental Health Services

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MHANYS Project Profile:

Building Connections:
The Sexual Assault and Mental Health Project

The Sexual Assault and Mental Health Project is a collaboration between the New York State Coalition Against Sexual Assault (NYSCASA) and the Mental Health Association in New York State, Inc. (MHANYS). The project is funded by the New York State Office of Mental Health.

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MISSION STATEMENT: MHANYS is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization with 30 local affiliate MHAs serving 52 counties in New York State. MHANYS and the affiliate network work to promote mental health and recovery, encourage empowerment in mental health service recipients, eliminate discrimination, raise public awareness with education, and advocate for equality and opportunity for all.

MHANYS accomplishes these tasks through the following programs: Consumer and Business Outreach Program (CBOP), Community Mental Health Promotion (CMHP), Mental Health Information Center (MHIC), Parents with Psychiatric Disabilities (PWPD) Project, and Public Policy & Advocacy.

MHANYS works to ensure available and accessible mental health services for all New Yorkers.

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June 11 - 12 Westchester area

COMMENTARY:
From Glenn Liebman, CEO:

There is no doubt we are facing tough economic times in New York and across the country. Besides the financial cost of tough times, there is also a significant emotional cost. According to several studies, the number of individuals who seek mental health services increases dramatically during difficult times. Rates of suicide also increase as well.

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