Mental Health Association

11/21/2025

MHA is excited to share that our new 988 MCORT (Mobile Crisis Outreach Response Teams) awareness ads are officially live at Newark Penn Station! A few members of our MCORT team visited to see them in person and ensure our message is reaching commuters and community members across the city. We’re proud to be spreading awareness about these lifesaving resources.

MHA plays a critical role in the 988 services through MCORT, providing immediate support to non-life-threatening mental health, substance-related, or suicidal crises in Essex and Hudson Counties when deployed by the 988 Crisis Lifeline call centers.

Visit our website to explore more: https://www.mhainspire.org/988-mcort/

NJ TRANSIT NJ Department of Human Services

11/20/2025

On November 19th, MHA’s Board Advocacy Committee participated in a tour of Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital led by Hospital CEO Josh Belsky and members of the Hospital’s senior management team.

Josh and his team graciously spent considerable time with chair Bill Olderman, CEO Bob Davison and members of the committee. They gave a comprehensive presentation and took all questions. The committee was impressed with the operations of the hospital and the openness of the staff.

While more work needs to be done, conditions at the Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital have clearly improved. MHA looks forward to a continued relationship with the hospital to the benefit of the patients and their families.

11/20/2025

Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance ( ), we honor the memory of transgender individuals whose lives have been lost to anti-trans violence.

These acts of violence can have a profoundly negative impact on the mental health of trans individuals.

Today, and every day, please remember that you are not alone. 🏳️‍⚧️

Find information and support in our Transgender Resource Center at mhanational.org/trans.

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Mental Health America is committed to providing a safe and supportive space for everyone. We will remove any harmful comments that violate our values of inclusivity and respect. Help us create a space where everyone feels safe and valued.

11/17/2025

In response to the increased need for food access caused by recent SNAP benefit cuts and delays, our MCORT team joined the Unified Vailsburg Services Organization and the Urban League of Essex County for their first emergency Food Hub in Newark’s West Ward.

UVSO will continue hosting Food Hubs for the next two weeks on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at Speedway Academies (701 South Orange Ave., Newark, NJ) to ensure families have reliable access to essential resources.

Pictured from left to right: Josh (UVSO) and Diana, our MCORT Crisis Supervisor.

City of Newark, NJ - City Hall

11/16/2025

Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital has played a vital role in New Jersey’s mental health landscape for over a century. Our CEO Robert Davison reflects on its legacy and continued importance in this powerful piece by Morristown Green.

🔗 Read the full article here:

Founded as a model of humane care, Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital remains central to New Jersey’s mental health system — and debate.

11/15/2025

We’re so grateful to Pine Brook Jewish Center for their generous donation to our food pantry. Their contribution of essential food items and thoughtful “cake mix kits” for those celebrating special occasions will bring comfort and joy to the individuals and families we serve experiencing food insecurity.

If you’d like to support our food pantry, you can donate directly through our Amazon wishlist here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3GMREY6Y6SFRJ? At checkout, MHA's address should already be auto-selected for shipment.

11/14/2025

11/14/2025

MHA served as a Silver Sponsor of the YMCA Of Montclair's 1891 Gala on November 6! It was a privilege for our staff and board members to attend the evening and join together at the table with Essex County Commissioner Brendan Gill.

The 1891 Gala supports the YMCA’s mission to empower young people, improve health and well-being, and create belonging across the community. At MHA, we share that mission, promoting mental health and wellness for all, and we’re proud to stand alongside organizations doing this meaningful work.

Thank you to the Montclair YMCA for bringing together such a vibrant community of supporters, and for giving us the opportunity to be part of this important evening. We look forward to future partnerships that strengthen our collective impact.

11/13/2025

On October 28th, Annette Hoffman from MHA’s Intensive Family Support Services in Sussex County participated in a panel discussion at Sussex County Community College (Sussex County Community College) called Hearing Someone into Existence: A Cross-Curricular Conversation Inspired by “Harvey”.

In this event, Annette and Psychology professor Richard Linden discussed themes relevant to the play, Harvey, written by Mary Chase. Approximately 200 students were in attendance as students from the theater department performed a scene from Harvey which spoke to the role of stigma towards those who have mental illness and those who are, in some way, considered “different”. Following the scene, Prof. Linden and Annette spoke about how to help someone who might be struggling with a mental health condition and discussed community resources that are available to help.

The presenters also discussed how to navigate the chaos and division in the current moment in our history and ways for students to find coping strategies that work best for them. Students were encouraged to understand that, with self-care strategies and treatment, those with mental health conditions can lead lives that are satisfying and meaningful. Students were active participants in this discussion. The session ended with a performance of a song from the musical, Dear Evan Hansen called "You Will Be Found".

11/11/2025

MHA is grateful to have the support of the Healthcare Foundation of the Oranges (HCFO Inc), a community based foundation located in East Orange, NJ that goes out of its way to support organizations in the East Orange, Orange, Irvington and West Newark area that provide critical healthcare services to residents of those communities.

The Healthcare Foundation of the Oranges most recent $25,000 investment will be used to support MHA’s Prospect House, Riskin Children Center and Integrated Case Management Services programs.

It is a honor to work with people from the community in support of the community. Together we can and do make a difference in people’s lives!

11/08/2025

On November 5th, MHA’s Board Advocacy Committee participated in a tour of Essex County Hospital Center led by Hospital Director Frank Delgaudio and Asst. Director Pat Keenan.

Frank and Pat spent considerable time with chair Bill Olderman, CEO Bob Davison and the entire committee. They give a comprehensive presentation and took all questions. The committee was impressed with the condition of the hospital and the openness of the staff. Thank you to the County of Essex for providing a first rate hospital for people with mental illness.