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Consumer Perspectives: The Synergy of Housing and Employment Services in Mental Healthcare
This article is part of a quarterly series giving voice to the perspectives of individuals with lived experiences as they share their opinions on a particular topic. The authors are served by Services for the UnderServed (S:US), a New York City-based nonprofit that is committed to giving every New...
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Supporting Recovery Together: The Impact of Family Involvement on Housing and Employment Outcome
The journey of recovery from substance abuse or mental health challenges requires a multifaceted approach. While professional interventions are crucial, the significance of family involvement cannot be overstated. This article explores how family support enhances housing and employment outcomes for...
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Severe, Long-Term Mental Illness: What Does it Take to Live Well?
Typical images of people with severe, long-term mental illnesses are misleading. We think not of people who, despite mental illness, have lives that they find satisfying and meaningful but of homeless people dressed in rags pushing shopping carts with all their belongings and sleeping on heating...
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Recovery: Realizing Hopes and Dreams
We must ensure that individuals living with mental illness have the opportunity to fulfill their hopes and dreams. To do so, all the systems and services we design must support the ability for individuals living with mental illness to thrive in their own community and reach their personal goals. We...
