Note: In preparation for NYAPRS’ February 28th Annual Legislative Day in Albany, NYAPRS will be hosting a grassroots regional forum […]
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Feb 9 in Buffalo! Crisis Response, Alternatives to Forced Treatment, Peer Workforce Highlighted at NYAPRS WNY Forum
Note: In preparation for NYAPRS’ February 28th Annual Legislative Day in Albany, NYAPRS will be hosting a grassroots regional forum […]
Hochul Budget: 2.5% COLA, Housing, Employment, Alternatives to Coercion, Criminal Justice Reforms, Crisis and Outpatient Enhancements
NYAPRS Note: True to her word, Governor Hochul’s 2023-24 budget proposal includes an historic and comprehensive investment in mental health […]
Hochul Budget: 2.5% COLA, Housing, Employment, Alternatives to Coercion, Criminal Justice Reforms, Crisis and Outpatient Enhancements
NYAPRS Note: True to her word, Governor Hochul’s 2023-24 budget proposal includes an historic and comprehensive investment in mental health […]
Breaking: Advocates Push for Passage of Daniel’s Law in Albany; How It Could Transform NY MH Crisis Response
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS joined other mental health advocates, criminal justice groups, and lawmakers at the NYS Capital yesterday to urge […]
2023 NYC Conference for Working Peer Specialists Call for Proposals!
The New York City Peer Specialist Conference Planning Committee is currently seeking workshop proposals for the 17th Annual NYC Conference […]
Breaking: Advocates Push for Passage of Daniel’s Law in Albany; How It Could Transform NY MH Crisis Response
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS joined other mental health advocates, criminal justice groups, and lawmakers at the NYS Capital yesterday to urge […]
2023 NYC Conference for Working Peer Specialists Call for Proposals!
The New York City Peer Specialist Conference Planning Committee is currently seeking workshop proposals for the 17th Annual NYC Conference […]
MHTTC Upcoming events and new products – February 2023
Here’s a resource list, as well as calendar list of trainings from the Regional Mental Health Technology Transfer Centers from across […]
Attorney General James’ Public Forum Addresses Mental Health Crisis in Western New York
NYAPRS Notes: Speaker after speaker gave powerful testimony about the critical value of community based crisis, rehabilitation and peer support […]
Attorney General James’ Public Forum Addresses Mental Health Crisis in Western New York
NYAPRS Notes: Speaker after speaker gave powerful testimony about the critical value of community based crisis, rehabilitation and peer support […]
Rosenthal: Rejecting Coercion, Embracing Community Innovation: Mental Health Weekly
FROM THE FIELD Rejecting Coercion, Embracing Community InnovationBy Harvey Rosenthal January 13, 2023 Mental Health Weekly In 2023, we must […]
Rosenthal: Rejecting Coercion, Embracing Community Innovation: Mental Health Weekly
FROM THE FIELD Rejecting Coercion, Embracing Community InnovationBy Harvey Rosenthal January 13, 2023 Mental Health Weekly In 2023, we must […]
NYAPRS Hails Gov Hochul’s $1 Billion Expansion of Community Mental Health Services…and some Key Recommendations
NYAPRS Note: Please see our statement below Governor Hochul’s historic mental health budget initiative as described below. As you’ll see, […]
NYAPRS Hails Gov Hochul’s $1 Billion Expansion of Community Mental Health Services…and some Key Recommendations
NYAPRS Note: Please see our statement below Governor Hochul’s historic mental health budget initiative as described below. As you’ll see, […]
Come to Albany Feb 28 for NYAPRS Legislative Day to Fight for the COLA, Human Rights, Housing and Criminal Justice Reform!
This Year’s NYS Advocacy is Critical!Get on the Bus to Albany to Raise Your Voices for the COLA, Human […]
Come to Albany Feb 28 for NYAPRS Legislative Day to Fight for the COLA, Human Rights, Housing and Criminal Justice Reform!
This Year’s NYS Advocacy is Critical!Get on the Bus to Albany to Raise Your Voices for the COLA, Human […]
Last Chance to Contribute to NYAPRS in 2022! Fight for Rights and Recovery!
Last Chance to Contribute to NYAPRS in 2022! https://www.nyaprs.org/donate NYAPRS’ historic efforts to promote human rights, voluntary community crisis, engagement, […]
Last Chance to Contribute to NYAPRS in 2022! Fight for Rights and Recovery!
Last Chance to Contribute to NYAPRS in 2022! https://www.nyaprs.org/donate NYAPRS’ historic efforts to promote human rights, voluntary community crisis, engagement, […]
Fight for Rights and Recovery! Last Chance to Contribute to NYAPRS in 2022!
Last Chance to Contribute to NYAPRS in 2022! https://www.nyaprs.org/donate NYAPRS’ historic efforts to promote human rights, voluntary community crisis, engagement, […]
Fight for Rights and Recovery! Last Chance to Contribute to NYAPRS in 2022!
Last Chance to Contribute to NYAPRS in 2022! https://www.nyaprs.org/donate NYAPRS’ historic efforts to promote human rights, voluntary community crisis, engagement, […]
Fight for Rights and Recovery! Last Chance to Contribute to NYAPRS in 2022!
Last Chance to Contribute to NYAPRS in 2022! https://www.nyaprs.org/donate NYAPRS’ historic efforts to promote human rights, voluntary community crisis, engagement, […]
Fight for Rights and Recovery! Last Chance to Contribute to NYAPRS in 2022!
Last Chance to Contribute to NYAPRS in 2022! https://www.nyaprs.org/donate NYAPRS’ historic efforts to promote human rights, voluntary community crisis, engagement, […]
Come Honor the life of Celia Brown This Thursday Dec. 22 from 4:00-6:00 pm EST; Read her Sister Jocelyn Brown’s moving Tribute
NYAPRS Note: Last week, our most beloved Celia Brown passed away. Celia will always be one of the greatest pioneers […]
Come Honor the life of Celia Brown This Thursday Dec. 22 from 4:00-6:00 pm EST; Read her Sister Jocelyn Brown’s moving Tribute
NYAPRS Note: Last week, our most beloved Celia Brown passed away. Celia will always be one of the greatest pioneers […]
Long-Term Fixes Needed to Aid People with Mental Illness; Brouk Introduces COLA Legislation
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS and MHANYS are urging that mental health public policy and funding decisions must focus on promoting proven […]
Homelessness And Mental Illness: Is Forced Treatment The Answer?
NYAPRS Note: A very thoughtful look at the issue of coercive vs voluntary outreach, engagement and support services. NYAPRS strongly […]
Mad in America Honors Celia Brown; Join Community Share re Celia
NYAPRS Note: This week, our most beloved Celia Brown passed away. Celia will always be one of the greatest pioneers […]
Long-Term Fixes Needed to Aid People with Mental Illness; Brouk Introduces COLA Legislation
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS and MHANYS are urging that mental health public policy and funding decisions must focus on promoting proven […]
Homelessness And Mental Illness: Is Forced Treatment The Answer?
NYAPRS Note: A very thoughtful look at the issue of coercive vs voluntary outreach, engagement and support services. NYAPRS strongly […]
Mad in America Honors Celia Brown; Join Community Share re Celia
NYAPRS Note: This week, our most beloved Celia Brown passed away. Celia will always be one of the greatest pioneers […]
National Groups Oppose Adams’ Plan to Increase Involuntary Hospital Commitments, Use of Police
NYAPRS Note: Advocacy organizations are lining up across the nation in opposition to NYC Mayor Adams’ plan to rely on […]
National Groups Oppose Adams’ Plan to Increase Involuntary Hospital Commitments, Use of Police
NYAPRS Note: Advocacy organizations are lining up across the nation in opposition to NYC Mayor Adams’ plan to rely on […]
In Honor and Remembrance of Celia Brown
In Honor and Remembrance of Celia Brown I deeply regret to inform you all that Celia Brown passed away yesterday. […]
In Honor and Remembrance of Celia Brown
In Honor and Remembrance of Celia Brown I deeply regret to inform you all that Celia Brown passed away yesterday. […]
Coalition Files Emergency Request To Stop NYS Unconstitutional Mental Health Involuntary Removal Policy
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS greatly welcomes the action taken yesterday by our legal rights and mental health advocacy colleagues to legally […]
Coalition Files Emergency Request To Stop NYS Unconstitutional Mental Health Involuntary Removal Policy
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS greatly welcomes the action taken yesterday by our legal rights and mental health advocacy colleagues to legally […]
NYS/National Advocacy Groups Reject Adams Forced Hospitalization Plan, City Hall Rally Noon Today
NYAPRS Note: Over the past few days, a broad array of state and national advocacy groups have issued statements rejecting […]
NYS/National Advocacy Groups Reject Adams Forced Hospitalization Plan, City Hall Rally Noon Today
NYAPRS Note: Over the past few days, a broad array of state and national advocacy groups have issued statements rejecting […]
Sign on to our Statement Opposing Mayor Adams Involuntary Commitment Plan!
NYAPRS Note: Please sign on this statement today so you will be included in the public statement that will be […]
Sign on to our Statement Opposing Mayor Adams Involuntary Commitment Plan!
NYAPRS Note: Please sign on this statement today so you will be included in the public statement that will be […]
Register for OMH/BHN MH Stigma Roundtable Discussion Series
Co-Sponsored By Roundtable Facilitator – James Rodriguez, LCSW, PhDDr. James Rodriguez is a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker […]
Bazelon: Mayor Adams’ Plan Will Not Help New Yorkers With Mental Disabilities
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS fully endorses the following statement from the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law, one of the nation’s […]
Register for OMH/BHN MH Stigma Roundtable Discussion Series
Co-Sponsored By Roundtable Facilitator – James Rodriguez, LCSW, PhDDr. James Rodriguez is a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker […]
Bazelon: Mayor Adams’ Plan Will Not Help New Yorkers With Mental Disabilities
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS fully endorses the following statement from the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law, one of the nation’s […]
New law means more jobs for New Yorkers with disabilities
https://empirereportnewyork.com/429512-2/ New law means more jobs for New Yorkers with disabilities – Gov. Hochul: “More work to be done” By […]
New law means more jobs for New Yorkers with disabilities
https://empirereportnewyork.com/429512-2/ New law means more jobs for New Yorkers with disabilities – Gov. Hochul: “More work to be done” By […]
CBHL Releases Call to Action to Address Workforce Shortage, Advance Integrated Care
NYAPRS Note: See below for details and a copy of recommendations that were released today by members of the […]
CBHL Releases Call to Action to Address Workforce Shortage, Advance Integrated Care
NYAPRS Note: See below for details and a copy of recommendations that were released today by members of the […]
NYSOMH Celebrates Native American Heritage Month!
November 9, 2022 Greetings, As we celebrate Native American Heritage Month this year, OMH wishes to reaffirm its commitment to […]
NYSOMH Celebrates Native American Heritage Month!
November 9, 2022 Greetings, As we celebrate Native American Heritage Month this year, OMH wishes to reaffirm its commitment to […]
Alternatives Announces 2022 Annual Award Winners
NYAPRS Note: This week’s annual Alternatives Conference has announced this year’s award winners: see below. “For 36 years, the Alternatives […]
Investors See Opportunity In Startups Treating Serious Mental Illnesses: CHP
NYAPRS Note: For profit companies financed by venture capital dollars represent a fast moving new trend in serving people with […]
Investors See Opportunity In Startups Treating Serious Mental Illnesses: CHP
NYAPRS Note: For profit companies financed by venture capital dollars represent a fast moving new trend in serving people with […]
Gov Hochul Launches 1st Annual NYS Disability Rights and Employment Awareness Month
NYAPRS Note: Today’s first ever Annual NYS Disability Rights and Employment Awareness Month Symposium is an historic event that exemplified […]
Gov Hochul Launches 1st Annual NYS Disability Rights and Employment Awareness Month
NYAPRS Note: Today’s first ever Annual NYS Disability Rights and Employment Awareness Month Symposium is an historic event that exemplified […]
Rikers is NY’s Largest Psychiatric Services Provider: Treatment not Jails Diversion Program is Essential!
NYAPRS Note: The following underscores how critical jail diversion is for people with mental health challenges. NYAPRS is as strong […]
Rikers is NY’s Largest Psychiatric Services Provider: Treatment not Jails Diversion Program is Essential!
NYAPRS Note: The following underscores how critical jail diversion is for people with mental health challenges. NYAPRS is as strong […]
[NYAPRS Enews] Next Thursday! Bazelon Center’s 2022 Annual Awards Ceremony Celebrating 50 Years!
NYAPRS Note: Please don’t miss next week’s Bazelon Center’s 2022 Award Ceremony hosted by MSNBC’s Jonathan Capehart. I’m very honored […]
[NYAPRS Enews] Next Thursday! Bazelon Center’s 2022 Annual Awards Ceremony Celebrating 50 Years!
NYAPRS Note: Please don’t miss next week’s Bazelon Center’s 2022 Award Ceremony hosted by MSNBC’s Jonathan Capehart. I’m very honored […]
Only 8 Days Left! See NYAPRS 2022 Annual Conference Program; Register Today!
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to release our full program schedule for our upcoming Annual Conference, “A New Alliance: […]
Only 8 Days Left! See NYAPRS 2022 Annual Conference Program; Register Today!
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to release our full program schedule for our upcoming Annual Conference, “A New Alliance: […]
[NYAPRS Enews] Only 11 Days Left! See NYAPRS 2022 Annual Conference Program; Register Today!
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to release our full program schedule for our upcoming Annual Conference, “A New Alliance: […]
[NYAPRS Enews] Only 11 Days Left! See NYAPRS 2022 Annual Conference Program; Register Today!
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to release our full program schedule for our upcoming Annual Conference, “A New Alliance: […]
NYAPRS Releases 2022 Annual Conference Program
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to release our program schedule for our upcoming Annual Conference, “A New Alliance: It […]
NYAPRS Releases 2022 Annual Conference Program
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to release our program schedule for our upcoming Annual Conference, “A New Alliance: It […]
[NYAPRS Enews] NYAPRS Announces 2022 Annual Award Winners, Sept. 21 Ceremony to be Hold at NYAPRS Conference
The NYAPRS Board of Directors are very proud to recognize the exemplary efforts of a number of very special individuals […]
[NYAPRS Enews] NYAPRS Announces 2022 Annual Award Winners, Sept. 21 Ceremony to be Hold at NYAPRS Conference
The NYAPRS Board of Directors are very proud to recognize the exemplary efforts of a number of very special individuals […]
NYAPRS 2022 Conference Keynotes, Program At A Glance; Corrected NYC Bus Contact Number
NYAPRS Note: See below for details around features speakers, COVID precautions, our Registration Link, Bus info for LI and corrected […]
Vine: ‘State-Led Mental Health Reform Has Failed Before. But 2022 Is Different’; Come to her Presentation at NYAPRS’ Conference
NYAPRS Note: Phyllis Vine has been a longtime dedicated advocate for dignity, rights and community based recovery focused services and […]
NYAPRS 2022 Conference Keynotes, Program At A Glance; Corrected NYC Bus Contact Number
NYAPRS Note: See below for details around features speakers, COVID precautions, our Registration Link, Bus info for LI and corrected […]
Vine: ‘State-Led Mental Health Reform Has Failed Before. But 2022 Is Different’; Come to her Presentation at NYAPRS’ Conference
NYAPRS Note: Phyllis Vine has been a longtime dedicated advocate for dignity, rights and community based recovery focused services and […]








