Since 1913, the Massachusetts Association for Mental Health (MAMH) has worked to improve understanding of mental health conditions and combat disparities in health services access. We envision a day when all individuals and families across the Commonwealth have the resources and opportunities they need to promote resilience and protect overall health.

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MAMH 2024 Annual Report

Although our reports are annual, our work and impact have a much longer lifespan. At MAMH, we are shoulder to shoulder with our Board, partners, funders, donors, and supporters joined in a shared purpose to make change for people. Learn more about the progress made for people with mental health conditions and their families here.

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Tele-Behavioral Health for Middle and High School Students

Telehealth utilization, especially tele-behavioral health utilization, has increased dramatically both nationally and in Massachusetts. MAMH's new report explores the potential of tele-behavioral health programs in schools to improve access to mental health care, highlighting best practices, equity concerns, and policy considerations for sustainable services for middle and high school students. You can access the full report here.

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Social Connection is Key to Mental Wellness

In our fast-paced, interconnected world, social connection has a profound impact on mental wellness. Learn more here about MAMH's work to combat loneliness and stigma - and check in with a friend today!

Communicating for Change

Communicating for Change

Communicating effectively helps us build and shape support for mental health policies and programs that work. Our new training and toolkit, developed collaboratively with the FrameWorks Institute, will help you frame issues to advocate successfully for positive change. Learn more and request a training here.

MAMH 2024 Annual Report

Although our reports are annual, our work and impact have a much longer lifespan - and in many
ways, 2024 is the culmination of a decade of work. Learn more about our advocacy, partnerships, and initiatives to achieve measurable progress for people with mental health conditions and their families in the Commonwealth.

Tele-Behavioral Health for Middle and High School Students: Best Practices and Policy Considerations in Massachusetts

Telehealth utilization, especially tele-behavioral health utilization, has increased dramatically both nationally and in Massachusetts. This report explores the potential of tele-behavioral health programs in schools to improve access to mental health care.

Increasing Access to Affordable Housing in Massachusetts for People Living with Mental Health Conditions: Needs, Strategies, and Recommendations

There is a serious shortage of affordable housing in the Commonwealth. Additional investment must be made to provide housing for low-income individuals, and particularly for people living with mental health conditions

Report of the Community Policing and Behavioral Health Advisory Council

An effective crisis response includes someone to talk to, someone to respond, and a place to go for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. This legislative report provides an overview of the existing crisis system in Massachusetts, identifies strengths and gaps based on national best practices, and makes recommendations for improvement.

MAMH Statement on Diversity and Cultural Competency

MAMH believes it is essential that all aspects of wellness promotion and mental health and substance use prevention and treatment be reflective of the diversity of the community and that mental health and substance use policy makers and providers strive to become and remain culturally and linguistically competent.

I Live This: Transforming Mental Health Through Personal Connection

Our podcast series produced in collaboration with Kiva Centers explores the way people draw on their own lived experiences to support others, innovate, and advocate for change. Learn more and listen to our podcast here!

Preventing Suicide

Join MAMH in supporting the International Declaration for Zero Suicide Healthcare. No suicide is fated! Learn more by watching the Zero Suicide Call to Action video. For 24/7, free and confidential support, please call the nationwide 3-digit code, 9-8-8, to access suicide prevention and mental health support services.