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Mental Health Now is an initiative of Inseparable Action, an advocacy campaign working to ensure that mental health is at the forefront of policy in this nation. Mental Health Now recognizes candidates who commit to prioritizing mental health policy.

Since 2022, nearly 1,800 candidates and elected officials from every state in the country have signed the Mental Health Now Statement of Support.

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Increase access to mental health care

Anyone should be able to get mental health care, but millions go without it. Mental health care should be readily available, affordable, and accessible.

  • Build a robust mental health workforce —from professionals to peer supporters. 
  • Make telehealth permanent, affordable, and portable.
  • Ensure that mental health care is covered by insurance the same as physical health care.

Improve crisis response

There’s a new three-digit Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number, 988, to call in an emergency. But a number is not enough; people need lifesaving crisis services that get them on the road to recovery.
  • Equip local 988 call centers with the resources to respond effectively.
  • Expand mobile crisis teams to provide on-the-spot mental health response.
  • Invest in crisis stabilization options for people who need more support.
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Expand youth mental health services

There is a youth mental health crisis in our country, and there’s something we can do about it. All schools need resources to support student mental health.
  • Increase the number of mental health professionals in schools.
  • Partner with parents and community providers to support students’ mental health.
  • Provide mental health education for students and staff.

Strengthen the mental health workforce

Our mental health workforce must be strong so more people can get the care they need, no matter where they live.
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Mental health is health. With tangible policy solutions, we can help Americans thrive.

See Our Statement of Support

Subject:
I’m a Mental Health Now voter 🟣

Dear {Candidate Name},

I am writing to you as a concerned voter looking for your leadership on mental health.

Mental health is a pressing issue for me and countless others right now. We’re deeply worried about our families, communities, and our own well-being. Improving access to care is crucial, and we’re looking to leaders like you to govern with mental health top of mind.

One way to show your commitment is becoming a Mental Health Now candidate, by signing this simple Statement of Support (https://mentalhealthnow.us/statement-of-support/),  which says, if elected, you will support policies that:

  • Increase access to care
  • Promote wellness and early intervention for youth mental health
  • Improves crisis response
  • Strengthen the mental health workforce

I urge you to add your name to the Mental Health Now Statement of Support (https://mentalhealthnow.us/statement-of-support/), making mental health a priority once and for all. Our community and your constituents deserve a leader who will commit to decisive action. For more information on the Mental Health Now program, please visit mentalhealthnow.us.

Thank you,
{Your First & Last Name}