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Dear Friends of MHA, As we reflect on 2025, I am filled with gratitude and pride for what this year has represented for Mental Health Association. Together, we marked an extraordinary milestone as we celebrated our 75th Anniversary, honoring decades of service, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to mental health and wellness in our communities. This...
Across New Jersey, homelessness continues to affect thousands of individuals and families. The latest Point-in-Time count identified 13,748 people experiencing homelessness statewide, including families, unaccompanied youth, and those living with chronic homelessness. Operating in both counties, MHA’s Community Support Services (CSS) and Projects...
Our 75th Anniversary Celebration was a milestone event celebrating the legacy and lives we've touched over the past seven and a half decades. The evening brought together supporters, partners, and advocates for a powerful night of reflection, gratitude, and inspiration. The celebration was made possible thanks to the generosity of our incredible...
Pictured, from left to right: Senior Director of Programs Rose Brown, Board Vice President Emerson Crooks, CEO Robert Davison, and Program Director Madine Despeine-Udoh Mental Health Association is proud to announce that Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill has named Board Vice President Emerson Crooks, CEO Robert Davison and Program Director Madine...
“I was losing hope.” Judith was feeling like so many others who are dealing with the uncertainty of sleeping on the streets. Hopeless. That was until one day, while sitting on a park bench and feeling depressed, Judith was approached by a case manager from Mental Health Association’s Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness...
A Tale of Comprehensive Support Recently, an individual walked through our doors seeking guidance because they weren’t sure about what assistance they needed. Initially, they were in search of information and referral services. Little did they know, their journey with us would lead to a transformative experience that touched multiple aspects...
The Mental Health Association is active in public policy both here in New Jersey and in Washington DC. Led by its Advocacy Committee and Chair Bill Olderman, MHA takes positions on a broad range of issues concerning mental health and substance use. The committee is active this spring visiting local elected officials and discussing solutions to individuals...
Providing Emergency Assistance and Support to Those in Need One week before the Christmas holiday, our Community Support Services (CSS) team encountered a dire situation affecting several of our clients living in Newark. Due to water damage and a collapsed roof, five individuals were facing homelessness. Immediately, our CSS team sprung into...
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