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Through a partnership with Dr. Jacob Dearmon of Oklahoma City University Ronnie K. Irani Center for Data Analytics and A...
03/31/2026

Through a partnership with Dr. Jacob Dearmon of Oklahoma City University Ronnie K. Irani Center for Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, Mental Health Association Oklahoma has compiled and analyzed all Oklahoma County eviction filings in 2025.
While filings decreased by 3.5% compared to 2024, the overall eviction rate of 12.07% is alarmingly high.

High eviction rates lead to higher rates of school absenteeism, job loss, family separation, incarceration, and hospitalization. When we invest in strategies to address eviction and housing stability, we invest in our families, schools, and communities.

See the full report here: https://mhaok.org/2026/03/26/eviction-in-oklahoma-county-what-the-2025-data-reveals/

03/30/2026

More than 17,000 evictions were filed in Oklahoma County in 2025. While that’s a slight 3.5% decrease from 2024, the eviction rate remains alarmingly high.

Eviction is more than a housing issue—it has far-reaching, long-lasting impacts on our schools, healthcare system, workforce, jails, and the stability of entire communities. It’s also a key driver of poor mental health outcomes and an on-ramp to homelessness.

Through a partnership with Dr. Jacob Dearmon and Oklahoma City University Ronnie K. Irani Center for Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence at the Meinders School of Business, Mental Health Association Oklahoma has compiled and analyzed all Oklahoma County eviction data for 2025–ensuring policymakers, leaders, and community partners have access to accurate, actionable information.

Read the full report here: https://mhaok.org/2026/03/26/eviction-in-oklahoma-county-what-the-2025-data-reveals/

We were honored to be recognized as one of the 20 favorite organizations supported by Cox Charities over the past 25 yea...
03/27/2026

We were honored to be recognized as one of the 20 favorite organizations supported by Cox Charities over the past 25 years!

The day began with an opportunity to connect with Cox employees, sharing the impact and success of MHAOK—and it ended with an incredible $10,000 award.

We’re beyond grateful to Cox for their continued commitment to making meaningful investments in our community. 💜

We were honored to have Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin, Jr., for a tour of our affordable housing communit...
03/25/2026

We were honored to have Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin, Jr., for a tour of our affordable housing communities in Tulsa this week.

Mental Health Association Oklahoma and the Cherokee Nation share a deep commitment to ensuring all Oklahomans have the tools and resources they need to succeed.

Chief Hoskin and First Lady January Hoskin are serving as co-chairs for this year’s Carnivale—just a few weeks away! Buy tickets and explore sponsorship opportunities at bestpartyintown.org

Oklahoma law protects survivors of domestic violence from eviction—but for Kassandra, those protections failed. Despite ...
03/23/2026

Oklahoma law protects survivors of domestic violence from eviction—but for Kassandra, those protections failed.

Despite the law, Kassandra and her children were twice evicted due to property damage and safety concerns caused by her abuser.

What followed was a period marked by homelessness, uncertainty, and relentless bullying of her children due to her housing status.

While staying at City Rescue Mission, Kassandra connected with Mental Health Association Oklahoma. That connection led to stable housing and a school better equipped to support her children’s needs.

Housing stability gave Kassandra and her family the chance to begin again.
Read her full story and learn how you can advocate for change in our 2026 Advocacy Guide – mhaok.org/advocacyguide

For most of his life, Brandon experienced instability, incarceration, and untreated mental illness. Today, thanks to a n...
03/19/2026

For most of his life, Brandon experienced instability, incarceration, and untreated mental illness.

Today, thanks to a network of Tulsa community partners—including Family & Children's Services, Housing Solutions Tulsa, JusticeLink Tulsa, and Mental Health Association Oklahoma—Brandon is healthy, housed, and hopeful.

His story illustrates a critical truth: stability begins with housing.

Once Brandon had a safe place to live, he was able to focus on treatment, employment, and building a future.

Investing in mental health care and supportive housing is an investment in our workforce, communities, and public resources.

Read Brandon’s full story and learn how you can advocate for change in our 2026 Advocacy Guide – mhaok.org/advocacyguide.

Our Youth Mental Health Program operates statewide and at no cost to schools or communities. Team members visit school d...
03/18/2026

Our Youth Mental Health Program operates statewide and at no cost to schools or communities. Team members visit school districts across Oklahoma, providing mental health education and screenings to students and su***de prevention training to parents, faculty, and staff.

Contact us to bring these services to your school or community! You can find more info and fill out an interest form at mhaok.org/ymhp, or give us a call at 918.585.1213 or 405.943.3700.

After losing his job, Joey and his wife, Tracy, fell behind on rent and were evicted from the home they had lived in for...
03/16/2026

After losing his job, Joey and his wife, Tracy, fell behind on rent and were evicted from the home they had lived in for five years.

For more than two years, they lived unsheltered in an encampment near downtown Oklahoma City.

Through Key to Home OKC, a public-private partnership led by the City of Oklahoma City - Government, Joey and Tracy connected with Mental Health Association Oklahoma and were offered housing, supportive services, and a path forward.

Their story is a reminder that housing is not the reward for stability—it is the foundation of it.
Read their full story and learn how you can advocate for solutions in our 2026 Advocacy Guide – mhaok.org/advocacyguide.

Oklahoma ranks among the states with the highest eviction rates and the poorest education outcomes. These challenges are...
03/12/2026

Oklahoma ranks among the states with the highest eviction rates and the poorest education outcomes. These challenges are deeply intertwined. For Oklahoma’s children, preventing eviction may be one of the most effective—and fiscally responsible—investments we can make to support attendance, academic success, and long-term stability.

Through a partnership with Oklahoma City Public Schools Planning, Research, and Evaluation team, we explored how eviction impacts student attendance, behavior, and academic success.

The findings are clear: housing stability plays a critical role in a child’s ability to learn and succeed.
Swipe to learn more, or read the full report at mhaok.org/advocacyguide.

MHAOK CEO Carrie Blumert has been selected for the ninth cohort of the Urban Land Institute Health Leaders Network—a pre...
03/11/2026

MHAOK CEO Carrie Blumert has been selected for the ninth cohort of the Urban Land Institute Health Leaders Network—a prestigious program that equips leaders in real estate and land use with the tools and partnerships needed to advance health and social equity through the built environment.

As one of Oklahoma’s largest affordable housing providers, MHAOK understands that safe, stable housing is foundational to health and wellbeing. Through this opportunity, Carrie will join 35 professionals representing five countries—including leaders in development, planning, design, engineering, finance, community engagement, and public health—to collaborate on strategies that create healthier, more equitable communities.

We’re proud to see Carrie represent MHAOK in this network and look forward to the ideas, partnerships, and innovations she’ll bring back to strengthen our work across Oklahoma.

For 37 years, Carnivale has been more than the best party in town. It has raised millions of dollars to support Mental H...
03/11/2026

For 37 years, Carnivale has been more than the best party in town. It has raised millions of dollars to support Mental Health Association Oklahoma’s housing, street outreach, and mental health programs.
Join us April 11 for an unforgettable evening of live entertainment, dancing, and plenty of confetti—all in support of programs that help Oklahomans find stability, housing, and hope.
Purchase tickets or learn about sponsorship opportunities at bestpartyintown.org.

03/09/2026

Housing stability affects our schools, workforce, healthcare system, and communities.

Our 2026 Advocacy Guide shares client stories and policy recommendations to improve mental health, housing, and homelessness in Oklahoma.

The guide also includes new findings from a research collaboration with Oklahoma City Public Schools, examining how eviction impacts student attendance, academic performance, and behavior.

Read the full guide and explore research findings at mhaok.org/advocacyguide

There are four bills moving forward this legislative session that could help reduce the impact of eviction on Oklahoma students and families:

SB 1209 Senator Julia Kirt - Extends the eviction timeline by removing Sundays and federal holidays from the filing schedule.
HB 2015 Rep. Daniel Pae - Protects tenants from landlord retaliation when reporting unsafe living conditions.
HB 3698 - Ellen Pogemiller for State House - Expands access to legal representation for families facing eviction in rural communities.
HB 3386 (Rep. Amanda Clinton) - Ensures access to mediation for families with minor children facing eviction.

Learn more about these bills and sign up for text alerts to stay informed: MHAOK.org/services/advocate

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