Mental Health America of Wisconsin (MHA), founded in 1930, is an affiliate of Mental Health America (formerly National Mental Health Association). Today, our mission remains to promote mental health, prevent mental disorders, and achieve victory over mental illness through advocacy, information, education, and support. MHA pursues this mission through outreach programs that take information and resources to the community. We are able reach a diverse audience through presentations, consultation services, training, a website, brochures, and radio. Mental Health America's Community Outreach programs include:
Youth Programs
MHA recognizes the importance of prevention and early intervention. We
educate youth on topics including developing life skills, self-esteem, and overcoming challenges. In addition, MHA works with youth-serving agencies, professional organizations, and parent groups on recognizing the signs and symptoms of mental illness and suicide prevention.
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Young Adult/ College Programs
The college years are times of significant transition and challenge. MHA makes resources and information available to colleges and universities through campus health centers, counseling centers, residence life, and student groups. Common topics in the college community are depression, anxiety, stress, suicide prevention, and relationship issues.
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Adult and Older Adult Programs
MHA provides presentations, information, and other resources to a wide variety of
adult
audiences from young adults to senior citizens. Requests often come from professional organizations, local or state conferences, community organizations, senior centers, church groups, and parent teacher associations. Topics vary from group to group, and presentations or materials are customized to meet specific objectives. Common topics include mental health and well
ness throughout the lifespan, recognizing signs and symptoms of mental illness, stress, depression, and anxiety. Contact Becky Wittig at (414) 276-3122.
Workplace Programs
MHA partners with employers to create environments that maximize productivity, health, and well being in the workplace. This is accomplished through an increased awareness of both the financial and non-financial returns of good mental health, education on prevention and early recognition of mental disorders, and information on accessing resources. Common workplace topics are stress, depression, anxiety, adapting to change, and balancing work and home life.
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Primary Care
The Sharing Patients Initiative is a collaborative of public and private stakeholders across the state working to promote the integration of mental health services within the primary care setting across Wisconsin and by providing primary care professionals with the information they need to screen, diagnose and successfully treat mental illnesses within their practice and health care system.
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Information Center
The Information Center provides local, state, and national resources regarding mental health and mental illness. Information is available through an on-site ofice (734 N. 4th Street, Suite 200), a web site (www.mhawisconsin.org), or by phone (414) 276-3122. The Center has information on a variety of topics or can help in researching new topics. The Center also provides materials such as brochures and fact sheets for health and resource fairs. For more information, please
send us a message.
