Our Mission
MHSFF is dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and providing resources for families, teens & young adults seeking mental health support. Our mission is to provide families, teens & young adults struggling with mental health illness/disorders a virtual support network that can help prioritize their mental health by providing access to the tools they need to live a fulfilling life.
We Help Families, Teenagers & Young Adults
We invite you to explore our resources, participate in our events, and connect with others who share a passion for mental wellness. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where everyone feels valued and heard. Your mental health matters, and we are here to help you thrive.
FAMILIES
We offer:
- Weekly support groups
- Resource workers to help get with community services ex: medical insurance
- Help with child school IEP and 504 Plans
- Self-care activities to help cope and manage parent/child mental health
- Parent improvement groups
- Healthy living and eating activities
- We provide a support system
TEENAGERS
We offer:
- Weekly support groups
- Therapeutic activities using art
- Self-care activities to help cope and manage their mental health
- Life skill workshops for banking, education and employment
- Tutoring
- Healthy living and eating activities
- We provide a virtual support system
YOUNG ADULTS
We offer:
- Weekly support groups
- Therapeutic activities using art
- Self-care activities to help cope and manage their mental health
- Holiday Meals
- Life skills workshop for banking, education and employment
- Healthy living and eating activities
- Tutoring
- We provide a virtual support system
What Is The difference between mental illness and mental disorder?
- Mental Disorder: This is a broader term that encompasses a wide range of conditions affecting mental functioning and behavior. It refers to any significant disturbance in an individual’s cognitive, emotional, or behavioral functioning.
- Mental Illness: This term is often used more specifically to describe a range of health conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior. It is a subset of mental disorders and is used to refer to diagnosed conditions that impact a person’s mental well-being.
WE ALSO SUPPORT THOSE WITH AUTISM, INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES, LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
YES, YOU READ IT RIGHT WE ARE VIRTUAL!!!
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT IN PERSON THATS FINE WE ARE VIRTUAL!!!To make participating in our nonprofit organization easier I decided to make it VIRTUAL to accommodate parents and kids with behavioral and intellectual difficulties that are unable to physically participate in group gatherings. This will also help with childcare and transportation issues. We can drop off supplies if needed.
MHSFF Is Stigma Free! We Don’t Allow Any Sort Of Discrimination
Stigma, as it relates to mental health, is when people who experience mental health disorders are viewed or view themselves in a negative light.
Mental health stigma can either be public stigma, self-stigma, or a combination of the two.
Public stigma includes stereotypes and discrimination held by the general population. A person can adopt public stigma and hold negative beliefs even before developing a mental health condition.
Stereotypes include beliefs that people are responsible for their mental health issues or that those with mental health conditions are more likely to be dangerous.
Common forms of discrimination include denying someone housing or turning down someone for a job based on their mental health.
Self-stigma happens when someone with a mental health disorder applies negative public views to themselves. They observe others’ negative attitudes. Often, they believe they are unworthy or should be able to control their symptoms through willpower.
When someone takes on beliefs like these, it’s easy for them to feel isolated, misunderstood, or that they’re the underdog. They may hesitate to apply for housing, get medical care, and participate in community activities.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FOR YOUNG ADULTS (MHSFF YOUNG ADULTS)
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FOR TEENS (MHSFF TEENS)
Meet The Board Of Directors
Celencia Gladden
Founder & President
Celencia Gladden
Phone: (413) 212-0187
WhatsApp: (text only) 413-449-0849
Email: mhsff2022@gmail.com
Pittsfield MA, 01201