Holiday Hotlines and Chatlines – Mental Health Resources
The Pacific Southwest Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Network published this list of important hotlines and chatlines that we should all have available in case we or a loved one…
Mississippi Department of Mental Health Announces Leadership Change
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) announced a change in leadership in the November 19 press release quoted in its entirety in italicized print below. We wish Diana Mikula,…
Today is #GivingTuesday
#Giving Tuesday is a day dedicated to supporting the nonprofit organizations that you care about. #Giving Tuesday kicks off the holiday giving season by inspiring people to collaborate on improving their local…
From the Executive Director: I Am Thankful
Our minds often turn to thankfulness at this time of the year. I am thankful to be the executive director of Families as Allies and have the honor and privilege…
October 2 Status Conference Transcript: US vs. Mississippi
Last month we told you that Judge Carlton Reeves held a status conference in Mississippi's mental health lawsuit on October 2. We also said that we would share a transcript of…
2020 Families as Allies Impact Report
Each year at our annual community partnership celebration we present an impact report that highlights what we've done throughout the year, and what we commit to do in the coming…
This Year it was Virtual: The 7th Annual Community Partnership Celebration
Our 7th Annual Community Partnership Celebration took place last Monday night. This year, because of COVID-19, it was a virtual celebration that we live-streamed on Facebook Live. While we missed seeing…
Honoring the Life and Memory of Tessie Brunini Schweitzer
Our community partnership celebrations have always been joyous occasions, opportunities to honor those who exemplify our four core values and to celebrate the previous year and all the good things…
The 7th Annual Community Partnership Celebration Is Virtually Here!
Our 7th Annual Community Partnership Celebration is rapidly approaching. It will be our first Virtual Celebration, and it will be livestreamed on our Facebook page using Facebook Live. There’s still time to sign up…
New Name, New Horizons for the National Federation of Families
Families as Allies is delighted to be the longstanding State chapter of the National Federation of Families. We appreciate our partnership with the Federation and are delighted to share this…