Join us for Joint Planning and Advisory Council from 10 a.m. to Noon on Feb. 8
We hope to see you at the Mississippi Joint Planning and Advisory Council on February 8, from 10 a.m. to noon, at Hinds Behavioral Health (3240 Hwy 80 W Jackson,…
Honoring Our Community Partnership Celebration Award Recipients
The Community Partnership Celebration was a huge success the other night, with many friends and supporters coming out to BRAVO! to enjoy some fellowship and celebrate the work that many…
Suggestions for Future Mental Health Hearings About Civil Commitments
As we mentioned in another post, we are grateful to Senator Hob Bryan and Representative Sam Creekmore for conducting hearings about people with mental illness being held in jail while…
Mississippi Legislative Hearings: Jailing People With Mental Health Care Needs
On January 24, the Mississippi State Senate and House Public Health and Welfare committees held a joint hearing to discuss why it's hard for people with mental illnesses to get…
Comparing Mississippi’s Commitment Procedures to Nearby States
Families as Allies compared aspects of Mississippi's civil commitment processes and laws in surrounding southern states.
Mississippi Legislative Update for January 24, 2024
The Mississippi State Legislature convened at the beginning of January. Wednesday, February 14, is legislators' last day to introduce new bills. The session lasts 125 days and ends (or adjourns) on May…
Community Partnership Celebration: Your Donations Make A Difference
Our Community Partnership Celebration is always a wonderful evening of celebration and fellowship. Please join us at BRAVO! Italian Restaurant and Bar on January 29, 2024, from 5:00 to 8:00 for our Tenth Annual…
Help Us Honor the Tenth Annual Community Partnership Celebration Award Winners
Please join Families as Allies for our Community Partnership Celebration on Monday, January 29, from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Bravo Italian Restaurant. Tickets and sponsorships are still available. During the celebration, we…
Follow the 2024 Mississippi Legislative Session Along with Families as Allies
The Mississippi State Legislature began its new session on January 2, 2024. The session lasts 125 days and ends (or adjourns) on May 5 (also known as sine die). Monday, February 19, is…
Come Celebrate with Families as Allies in January 2024!
Please get your tickets and purchase your sponsorships for the 10th Annual Families as Allies Community Partnership Celebration! This warm and wonderful celebration is on Monday, January 29, 2024, from 5:00…