Myself & Ruth B. Balser joined the Criminal Justice Reform Caucus to discuss our legislation to transfer Bridgewater State Hospital oversight from MA Corrections to Massachusetts DMH, which would ensure those residents are treated like the patients they are, receiving the care they need.

The requirement for #MA schools to provide #mentalhealth #education for K-12 students will enhance student understanding, attitudes, and behaviors that promote health, wellbeing, and human diginity. Learn more about H.497/S.240: ow.ly/iUYu50PVLHq

On #WorldMentalHealthDay , we would like to remind everyone that NAMI Mass believes a person's mental health is synonymous with a person’s overall health. Let's talk openly about mental health to create a world where everyone feels heard and valued.

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay , a day to celebrate our resilience and strength. It's also a day to acknowledge that sometimes, we need help and support to overcome challenges. Let's make a promise to ourselves and others: to be kind, understanding, and patient. 💙

It's Mental Illness Awareness Week, and we want to remind you that your mind deserves the same care as your body. 🧠

The first week in October is Mental Illness Awareness Week ( #MIAW ), a national effort where we raise awareness, fight discrimination, and provide support. This year's theme is “Together We Care. Together We Share,” which conveys the power of coming together in community.

The free, once-a-week, 8-week Family-to-Family class is facilitated by trained volunteers who are family members caring for their loved ones themselves. View complete information and register at namimass.org/f2f

Some great guidelines for telling your story for #SuicidePreventionMonth 🤍

During #HispanicHeritageMonth , NIMH wanted to bring awareness to its free brochures and fact sheets in Spanish on mental health disorders and related topics for patients and their families, health professionals, and the public. Order today! go.nih.gov/UEKdj9V