Mental Health Musings: Retired, But Not Done
I am retired. And I love retirement. I love lingering over breakfast in the morning and taking on the daily challenge of the New York Times Wordle and Connections games. […]
A Call to Action: Addressing Connecticut’s Behavioral Health Parity Crisis
Recent national events have illuminated frustrations and systemic issues within our healthcare system, including disparities in insurance coverage that make access difficult. These challenges are particularly significant in Connecticut, especially […]
In Memory of Cheri Bragg Acker
Cheri Bragg Acker, BA, MSW, was a kindhearted person, a mother, daughter, spouse, neighbor, friend, dedicated advocate, and an activist for lived expertise support options. If you were to ask […]
Embrace Wellness This Winter with Mental Health Connecticut’s Winter Wellness Toolkit
Download Our Winter Wellness Toolkit The winter season can bring warmth, celebration, and reflection, but it can pose unique challenges for many. Shorter days, colder temperatures, and the hustle and […]
Celebrating Progress: Announcing Mental Health Connecticut’s 2024 Annual Report
Read our Annual Report | Donate to Winter Wellness At Mental Health Connecticut, we’ve spent over a century building hope, connection, and access to care for individuals with mental health […]
Mental Health Myths vs. Facts
Even though mental health awareness has increased in recent decades, many myths and misconceptions still exist. Speaking out and raising awareness about these misunderstandings can help reduce stigma, encourage open […]
Election Season at Work: Protect Your Mental Health
Election season can be a divisive time for families, friends, co-workers, and especially communities that frequent the comment section of social media posts. With early voting being a new option […]
What’s Mental Health Concierge?
For individuals with or without insurance, securing timely and suitable mental health services can be a daunting process. Many can become overwhelmed by the process, from difficulty finding the appropriate […]
Make Your Voice Heard by Voting
At Mental Health Connecticut, we believe individual advocacy is the foundation of collective progress. Voting is a crucial way to advocate for the issues that matter most to us—like mental […]
MHC Legislative Accomplishments
This legislation requires health carriers to report on their processes for assessing mental health and substance use disorder benefits compared to medical and surgical benefits. It also mandates that non […]
