We're thrilled to announce the release of MHALA's 2023 Impact Report. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gZ6NkC7s #MHALANews #ImpactReport #CommunityImpact
Mental Health America of Los Angeles
Mental Health Care
Long Beach, CA 1,671 followers
MHALA works to ensure that people with mental health needs achieve meaningful, healthy lives in their communities.
About us
Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) has been a pioneer in mental health service, advocacy, innovation, and training for a century, working to ensure that people with mental health needs achieve meaningful, healthy lives in their communities. MHALA is among the largest and most comprehensive nonprofit mental health agencies in Los Angeles County. The agency supports over 19,000 low-income and no-income individuals annually with integrated services. MHALA achieves impact in the areas of mental and physical healthcare, homelessness and housing, supported employment, and wellness and financial services, with special programs for Veterans and transition-age youth. MHALA also provides training programs for individuals joining the behavioral health workforce and for the larger community around mental health issues.
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http://www.mhala.org
External link for Mental Health America of Los Angeles
- Industry
- Mental Health Care
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Long Beach, CA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1924
Locations
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Primary
3633 East Broadway
Long Beach, CA 90803, US
Employees at Mental Health America of Los Angeles
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Richard Van Horn
Chairman of Evaluation Committee of the MHSOAC.
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Peter Ma
ICMS - Intensive Case Management Services at Mental Health America of Los Angeles
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Charles Lew
The Confluence of Law and AI
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Monica Davis
Chief Administrative and Contracts Officer at Mental Health America of Los Angeles
Updates
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Proud to be collaborating with Orange County Veterans and Military Families Collaborative to connect more Veterans with needed services.
Join us as we team up with Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) as one of our provider partners for our Housing Our Heroes event on June 27, 11AM-2PM at Social Hall, Century Villages at Cabrillo, Long Beach, CA 90810 MHALA help veterans find secure housing, essential physical care, mental health counseling and empowerment. They also offer benefits assistance and personal financial planning, as well as temporary financial assistance to help Veterans get back on their feet. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gQeZB-_c
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🌟 🌟 Save the Date for MHALA’s 100th Anniversary Under the Toque Gala 🌟 🌟 Be a part of history in the making at Mental Health America of Los Angeles’ (MHALA's) Under the Toque gala on October 7, 2024, at the Marriott Long Beach Downtown, celebrating 100 years of restoring hope, building resilience, and transforming lives. This extraordinary event offers guests a unique culinary experience that is often the talk of the town, showcasing the delicious flavors and diverse cultures of Los Angeles County. All proceeds from the evening will support MHALA's mission to ensure that people with mental health needs can lead meaningful, healthy lives in their communities. Join us for an inspiring and unforgettable night as we break bread and raise paddles to secure the vital resources we need to move mental health forward! For more details and sponsorship opportunities, visit https://onecau.se/utt. - - - #UndertheToque #UTT2024 #UTTGala #Fundraisingformentalhealth #MHALA100 #MentalHealthForward #Mentalhealthishealth
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🌟 Our Latest Newsletter Highlights 🌟 ☑ Homeless Service Center Provides Supplies, Connections: Discover how dedicated efforts and community support are reshaping lives and providing hope at our Homeless Service Center in Lancaster. ☑ Improving Mental Health Through Creative Expression: Explore the profound connection between creativity and mental well-being. ☑ Coming Soon: Social Pivot Exhibit: Save the date for our upcoming exhibit in Long Beach, where you can experience the intersection of art and social change. 🙌 Join us in celebrating these impactful endeavors and stay tuned for more exciting updates! Together, let's continue to move mental health forward. #MHALANews #MayNewsletter #NonprofitNews #MentalHealthAwareness #SocialImpact 🌟
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Mental Health Awareness Month is coming to a close, but the conversation about mental health never ends! This month at MHALA, we've been blown away by the incredible creativity of our community. Our members and advocates shared how art forms like cooking, sculpting, painting, and photography have all been outlets for them to express themselves and nurture their mental well-being. Together, we've spread awareness about the importance of mental health and the power of artistic expression. Remember, taking care of your mental health is crucial, not just in May, but every single day. Keep creating, keep sharing, and keep prioritizing your mental health. #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #ArtTherapy #YouAreNotAlone #artformentalhealth
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The Social Pivot Exhibit in Long Beach is almost here! Rhonda Love and MHALA partnered on this creative journey that explores the challenges of COVID-19, climate change, civic engagement, and social justice. Through interactive experiences, you become the hero, making a difference! Join us during our exhibit hours for a self-guided tours and an art bar, Thurs-Sun, 11 AM - 6 PM starting June 16. And check out our other scheduled events below. Dates: June 15 - 28, 2024 June 15, 2-5 PM: Opening Reception - Meet Rhonda Love, MHALA & Arts Council for Long Beach representatives! June 22, 2-5 PM: Music of the Times - Conscious music listening & talk session. Share songs from your playlist! June 27, 4-6 PM: Community Conversation - Expert panel discusses climate change, COVID-19, and social justice. June 28, 4-6 PM: Closing Reception - Join us for music, refreshments, and conversation to end the exhibit! A big thank you to the Arts Council for Long Beach, California Arts Council, and the Creative Corps grant panel for their support in putting on such an impactful event. Follow @socialpivotexhibit on Instagram for updates! - - - #SocialPivotExhibit #LongBeachArts #ClimateChange #SocialJustice #LongBeachEvents #Community #SupportLocalArtists #ArtsLB #artslbcorps #cacreativecorps
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Mental Health America of Los Angeles reposted this
💚 This #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth Save & share this #SuicidePrevention wallet card to offer support to those who may be struggling 💚 If someone is showing any of the warning signs, urge them to contact a mental health professional or #988Lifeline #MentalHealthMonth #MHAM24
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🎨 Creative Expression: A Path to Mental Well-Being and Resilience 🎨 Creative expression can enhance mental well-being and strengthen resilience. Whether through painting, cooking, sculpture, or dance, art can boost self-esteem, reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety, and increase mindfulness and connection to the world around you. For many of MHALA’s members, an artistic outlet allows them to express themselves in ways words cannot. A recent survey from the American Psychiatric Association found that people who rate their mental health as positive often engage in creative activities more regularly. Activities like playing an instrument, gardening, knitting, and visiting art museums can help improve your mental health. This Mental Health Awareness Month, MHALA highlights the connection between mental health and creative expression. Follow us on Instagram for more: https://lnkd.in/gX-8s8mB. 🎨 💚 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #CreativeExpression #MHALA #MentalWellBeing #Resilience #ArtTherapy
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This #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, join us for a vital discussion on advocating for the mental health of young people in your life. We're thrilled to collaborate with MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach for a panel that includes MHALA's Vice President of Internal Staff Development and Training, Catrina Flores, LCSW, CPRP, along with representatives from The LGBTQ Center Long Beach, The Guidance Center, Long Beach, the City of Long Beach, and MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center. RSVP at memorialcare.org/YMH2024.
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Discover the power of photography during our #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth event. 📸