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Young Adult Access Centers: A Massachusetts Model for Supporting Young Adults with Behavioral Health Challenges

  • By: Holly Swan Carter Pratt Michael Vassello Gustavo Carvajal ForHealth Consulting at University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School Betsy Edes Heidi Holland Massachusetts Department of Mental Health
  • April 16th, 2025
  • community-based services, employment support, housing assistance, mental health, peer mentorship, services, Spring 2025 Issue, transition to adulthood, trauma-informed care, young adult
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The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) Young Adult Access Centers are unique community spaces that serve young adults with mental health and co-occurring behavioral health concerns and support them with their transition to adulthood. These 10 Access Centers are tailored to young people...

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