Posts by Mental Health America of Los Angeles
Harm-Reduction Outreach Saves Lives
The fentanyl epidemic has been a growing concern in many of the communities we provide services to through MHALA’s Homeless Outreach Program (HOP/E6). To help combat the high risk of…
Read MoreInaugural Advocacy Series Empowers Members, Alumni
MHALA completed its first advocacy series for members and alumni of MHALA’s programs in December. The goal of the series, which met online monthly, is to empower participants and help…
Read MoreCNN’s ‘This is Life with Lisa Ling’ Spotlights MHALA Member
Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) Member Diana shared her story of overcoming mental illness and homelessness on “This is Life with Lisa Ling.” The episode “LA’s Mental Health…
Read MoreMHALA Celebrates Achievements of Individuals with Mental Health Needs at 21st Annual Golden Bell Awards
As part of its nearly 100-year-old efforts to destigmatize mental health and raise awareness about the ability to recover from mental health challenges, Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA)…
Read MoreMHALA’s Lucia Kung Named LA Business Journal 2022 Nonprofit CFO of the Year
Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) Chief Financial Officer Lucia Kung was named Nonprofit CFO of the Year by the Los Angeles Business Journal at its 2022 CFO Awards.…
Read MoreUnitedHealthcare Donates $1.5 Million to Nonprofits in California
Funding is part of UnitedHealthcare’s $11 million in Empowering Health grants focused on expanding access to care and addressing the social determinants of health for people in underserved communities. UnitedHealthcare,…
Read MoreNonprofit of the Year (Enterprise) Award Finalist
MHALA is a Nonprofit of the Year (Enterprise) Finalist in the 2022 Los Angeles Business Journal’s Nonprofit & Corporate Citizenship Awards! The awards honored the amazing work of the nonprofit…
Read MoreThat ‘homeless person’ could be someone’s son. Mine, for instance.
By Shannon Jones, a former journalist, a current real estate agent in Long Beach, and a mother to one of MHALA’s members. Click Here to read the story in the…
Read MoreDiversity, Equity + Inclusion Award Finalist
MHALA is a Nonprofit of the Year Finalist in the 2022 Los Angeles Business Journal’s Diversity, Equity + Inclusion Awards! The awards honored and celebrated diversity & inclusion champion individuals…
Read MoreDr. Chris Miller on OUTSIDE THE BOX Podcast
Dr. Chris Miller, CEO and President of Mental Health America Los Angeles speaks with Dr. Janeane Bernstein of OUTSIDE THE BOX – the Mental Health & Wellness Series. LISTEN to this…
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