NAMI Mass Statement on Bridgewater State Hospital

NAMI Massachusetts is alarmed and disappointed to read the Disability Law Center’s recent findings of serious health and safety violations at Bridgewater State Hospital (BSH). Particularly disturbing are reports of patients being subjected to chemical and physical restraint, unconnected to clinical needs and in violation of the law. All individuals with mental health conditions deserve…

Resources for People who Have Experienced Sexual Trauma

Resources for People who Have Experienced Sexual Trauma This is a resource list for people who have experienced sexual trauma including sexual abuse, sexual assault, and rape. Contents… Immediate Support Peer-Led Groups Online Communities Reads Resources Especially for Men Other Resources Immediate SupportNational Sexual Assault Hotline Get information, resources, and support from a trained support…

#MentalHealthWhileBlack: Interview With DeeDee’s Cry

#MentalHealthWhileBlack: Interview With DeeDee's CryJoin us on Tuesday, February 15th at 5:30 pm as we talk to Toy Burton, the Executive Director of local nonprofit, DeeDee’s Cry, about mental health in the Black community, suicide prevention, and her upcoming Mental Health While Black summit. Register Here! Guest: Toy Burton Founder & Executive Director, DeeDee’s Cry Toy Burton…

Legislative Process

Understanding the Legislative Process(+) indicates opportunities for NAMI Mass advocacyIntroducing LegislationEach legislative session is 2 years longCommittee HearingsYour legislator is on at least one committeeWays & Means CommitteeAny bill that impacts state finance comes to the Ways & Means CommitteeFloor VoteA bill may be debated and amended before a voteConference CommitteeA bill has been passed…

Let’s Talk About Mental Health for All: Communities in Conversation

Let's Talk About Mental Health for All: Communities in ConversationNAMI Massachusetts is hosting a series of panels focused on how diverse communities think about and address mental health, experience specific barriers, contemplate changes needed, promote recovery and healing, and build resilience. We have invited a panel of speakers to discuss mental health issues in their…

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Get Involved with NAMI Massachusetts Join NAMI Join now and become part of America’s largest grassroots organization dedicated to improving the lives of people diagnosed with mental health conditions. When you join, you’ll  become a member of NAMI at the national, state, and local levels. Join now today Our Programs We provide education, support, and…