Mental Health Association

12/13/2025

Our Su***de Prevention Services team recently delivered their Stress Less presentation to over 25 staff members at the Garden Savings Federal Credit Union's Parsippany location. Participants learned about the differences between worry, stress, and anxiety, as well as how stress affects the body.

GSFCU staff were also invited to practice self-care through an art-based mindfulness activity featuring free writing and drawing, a creative and restorative outlet for stress relief during the workday!

12/12/2025

In November, representatives from MHA’s Community Support Services (CSS) program attended the annual The Supportive Housing Association of NJ (SHA) Conference at The Palace at Somerset Park.

This conference brings together housing and service providers, community planners, developers, public officials, families, consumers, and advocates committed to advancing supportive housing for individuals with special needs.

MHA is a proud SHA member and was honored to serve as a contributing sponsor for this year’s event.

12/10/2025

Thank you to the Morris County Government Department of Human Services for welcoming us into your space for our December Directors Meeting.

We appreciate your partnership and hospitality as we continue working together to support our community.

12/07/2025

MHA is hiring for various clinical positions in different counties and programs.

Please visit www.mhainspire.org/careers to learn more about these employment opportunities within the agency.

12/04/2025

MHA is honored that Senior Director of Programs Rose Brown has been appointed to Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill's Transaction Action Team for Kids Mental Health and Online Safety. This team brings together leaders from across New Jersey and the nation to assist the Sherrill Administration in improving children’s mental health and enhance online safety.

In addition, Governor-elect Sherrill has named Board Vice President Emerson Crooks, CEO Robert Davison and Program Director Madine Despeine-Udoh to the Transition Team’s Interdisciplinary Advisory Task Force, a broad coalition of leaders from across New Jersey-labor, business, veterans, healthcare, education, the environment and more-assembled to give Governor-elect Sherrill and her team a real world perspective as they shape policy. The group will participate in listening sessions and briefings, ensuring that every major initiative is informed by voices from every part of the state and grounded in how these issues affect communities on the ground.

As our Congresswoman, Mikie Sherrill and her staff were always ready to listen to our concerns and proposals on behalf of the people we serve, and beyond that move into action for citizens with mental illness and/or addictions. We are delighted to be at the table to continue the conversation.

Read more: https://www.nj.gov/govelect/action/

12/03/2025

MHA celebrated the holiday season with more than 200 of our clients at a joyful holiday party filled with music, laughter, and community.

Holiday Express lit up the room with a live band and a surprise guest, while our staff joined in the fun as festive Disco Santas!

A huge thank you to the amazing members of the Pine Brook Jewish Center for sponsoring, serving a delicious meal, and for creating a pop-up shop so clients could shop while they celebrated.

We are grateful for everyone who helped make this day so special!

12/02/2025

Today is .

At the Mental Health Association (MHA), we’re committed to showing up for individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, and crisis.

Across seven counties in New Jersey, our 40+ programs provide essential services, from counseling and family support to education and specialized outreach for individuals experiencing homelessness, meeting people where they are and helping them move toward stability and hope.

By supporting MHA this , you help us deliver:
• Immediate care for individuals in crisis
• Education and resources that reduce stigma
• Sustainable, long-term support that strengthens mental well-being

Your generosity fuels hope, healing, and the chance for thousands of individuals to build healthier futures. Together, we can ensure mental health care is within reach for everyone.

Make a difference today: https://www.mhainspire.org/giving-tuesday-2025/

11/30/2025

We’re grateful to the First Presbyterian Church of New Vernon for inviting MHA's CEO Robert Davison to speak with their congregation about mental health, the work we do at MHA, and how the church has been a beacon of support to our clients.

Their compassion and commitment are a true definition of faith in action: creating hope, connection, and community for those who need it most.

11/26/2025

MHA offers a food pantry for those experiencing food insecurity. Please click the link below to view MHA's Amazon Wishlist to see what items are most needed this holiday season. At checkout, MHA's address should already be auto-selected for shipment.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3GMREY6Y6SFRJ

Thank you for helping us nourish our communities!

11/25/2025

is one week away! We invite you to stand with us to support individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, and crisis.

For over 75 years, we’ve been committed to providing hope, stability, and life-changing support to our community. When our community comes together, we create real change. Together, we can build hope.

Learn more: https://shorturl.at/ILhwY

11/23/2025

Health Coach and MHA Board Vice President Mary Ellen Zung recently led an engaging Food + Mood presentation for our clients and staff, exploring how the foods we eat can support better mental health, stable energy, and overall well-being. By educating both clients and staff on the powerful connection between nutrition and mood, and the various types of foods to donate to food pantries, we’re helping our community make informed choices that support healthier lives.

We’re grateful for Mary Ellen’s time, expertise, and commitment to empowering those we serve.

11/22/2025