Resources
National & Federal Resources (listed alphabetically)
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)
Links to a wide range of information on health including full text articles. Includes a link to The Center for Health Statistics, the Federal Government’s principal vital and health statistics agency.
Mental Health America (MHA)
The nation’s largest and oldest community-based network dedicated to helping all Americans live mentally healthier lives.
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
Provides support, research, and general information about mental illness, and living with mental illness, to family members and individuals. Offers a schedule of support groups by region.
National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA)
Provides annual report, newsletters, publications, news, information on research projects, links, and a FAQ page.
National Center on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (NCADD)
Provides education, information, help, and hope to the public; advocates prevention, intervention, and treatment through a nationwide network of affiliates; operates a toll-free Hope Line for information and referral and a National Intervention Network to educate and assist the families and friends of addicted persons.
National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare
The National Council is the unifying voice of America’s behavioral health organizations, advocating for policies that ensure that people who are ill can access comprehensive healthcare services.
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)
Information on research programs, publications, press releases, FAQs, conferences and events, and data sources.
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Gateway to the sites operated by NIH with information on funding opportunities, scientific resources, and diseases under investigation.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Providing information and resources relating to substance abuse and mental health, this site includes links to CSAT, CMHS, CSAP, PREVLINE, NCADI, grant opportunities, legislative information, and policy issues.
- Access to Recovery (ATR) - SAMHSA’s Access to Recovery Grants
ATR is a presidential initiative that provides vouchers to clients for purchase of substance abuse clinical treatment and recovery support services.
- Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT)
Information on funding, model programs, technical assistance, workplace issues, public education programs, and announcements for the prevention field. Provided by SAMHSA
- National Clearninghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI) and PREVLINE
SAMHSA provides this online resource for locating drug and alcohol abuse treatment programs. Search databases dealing with drugs, alcohol, drug abuse, prevention, treatment, and education.
- National Mental Health Information Center for Mental Health Services
A component of the SAMHSA health information network, this site contains publications, news, programs, information, and resources regarding mental health.
The New England Institute of Addiction Studies
This website is a joint effort of AdCare Educational Institute and The New England Institute of Addiction Studies. Service areas include Prevention, Intervention, Treatment, and Recovery.
United States Department of Health and Human Services
Contains news and public affairs, press releases, speeches, public service campaigns, and more.
United Way 2-1-1 and 2-1-1 Information and Referral Search
2-1-1 is the fastest and easiest way to get information when you need it. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. One call gives you access to resources across your community. Someone at 2-1-1 will help connect you to the services or information you need, confidentially, for free, in your language.
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Resources Listed by State
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Massachusetts
North Carolina
Pennsylvania
Virginia
Rhode Island
Department of Mental Health, Retardation, and Hospitals (MHRH)
MHRH assures access to services and supports for Rhode Islanders with special health care needs through assessment of health care and support needs; planning and policy development; and purchase or provision of services and supports.
Rhode Island Department of Health
Health topics, news, data sources, programs, and publications from the Rhode Island Department of Health.
NAMI Rhode Island
The mission of NAMI Rhode Island is to educate the public about mental illness; to offer resources and support to all whose lives are touched by mental illness; to advocate at every level to ensure the rights and dignity of those with mental illness; and to promote research in the science and treatment of mental illness.
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Delaware
Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS)
DHSS’ mission is to improve the quality of life for Delaware's citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.
NAMI Delaware
NAMI Delaware is a statewide organization of families, mental health consumers, friends, and professionals dedicated to improving the quality of life for those affected by life-changing brain diseases such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression. Our Mission is “to support, educate, and advocate until there is a cure for severe and persistent mental illness."
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Maine
Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Provides integrated health and human services to the people of Maine to assist individuals in meeting their needs, while respecting the rights and preferences of the individual and family, within available resources.
NAMI Maine
NAMI Maine is a nonprofit organization with over 20 family and consumer support groups, whose members work locally to help people cope more easily with mental illness - their own or their family members'.
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Massachusetts
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Provides extensive information and resources relating to public health.
Massachusetts Council of Human Service Providers
Contains resources and information for human service providers.
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC)
Contains resources and information on vocational rehabilitation services, independent living services, and eligibility determination for the SSI/SSDI (federal) benefits programs for Massachusetts citizens with disabilities.
NAMI Massachusetts
The mission of NAMI Massachusetts is to improve the quality of life for people with mental illnesses and for their families.
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North Carolina
North Carolina Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services (MHDDSAS)
Created in 1973, MHDDSAS’ mission is to promote excellence in prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation programs for persons with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse disorders in North Carolina.
NAMI North Carolina
The mission of NAMI North Carolina is to promote recovery and optimize the quality of life for those living with mental illness.
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Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Department of Health
For more than 100 years, the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) has been working to improve and protect the health of the citizens of this great commonwealth.
Help in PA
The Pennsylvania Health and Human Services Portal offers a one-stop online guide to services, programs, agencies, and organizations in Pennsylvania that are ready to help.
Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare
Provides information about each of the eight program offices that administer DPW services, along with contact information and links to other relevant sites.
NAMI Pennsylvania
Founded in 1983, NAMI PA is the largest statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to helping mental health consumers and their families rebuild their lives and conquer the challenges posed by serious and persistent mental illness.
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Virginia
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Available to citizens statewide, Virginia’s public mental health, intellectual disability and substance abuse services system is comprised of 16 state facilities and 40 locally-run community services boards (CSBs). The CSBs and facilities serve children and adults who have or who are at risk of mental illness, serious emotional disturbance, intellectual disabilities, or substance use disorders.
NAMI Virginia
NAMI Virginia was created in 1985 to provide support, education, and advocacy for consumers and families in Virginia affected by mental illness.
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