.Thea James has infused her patient-centered perspective into BMC programs that empower people to sustain healthier lives. Her work highlights the impact of listening to patients & how this makes a difference in addressing health inequities.

The Boston Globe: bostonglobe.com/2024/04/12/met…

📩This week, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced the launch of the Blue Envelope Program, which aims to create a safer, more inclusive environment for Neuro-diverse drivers.

To learn more about the program + how to access an envelope, visit lnkd.in/dW6AzfWy

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Our Hubie Jones Lecture in Urban Health was a success! Lee Pelton, Prof. Williams, and Dean Emeritus Hubie Jones left us motivated and ready to advocate for better health equity in our cities. Check out the event photo gallery here: spr.ly/6017wJHxS spr.ly/6015wJHxU

Congratulations to John Lawn for receiving Health Care For All's Rob Restuccia Leadership Award yesterday.

We are lucky to have state leaders who are committed to improving accessible healthcare for everyone who calls Massachusetts home!

Giving Day is here! Support our students by donating to scholarship funds, emergency funds and more. BUSSW unlocks $10,000 for every 50 people who donate! Give today: spr.ly/6010ZAJfY

Kudos to the great work of Health Care For All. Honored to co-chair the celebratory evening with Sarah Iselin.

Is your child in crisis? Find urgent mental health care near you, right now: mass.gov/cbhc

You do not need to have MassHealth to access these services.

The American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare is dedicated to elevating the capacity of social work to address society’s most pressing concerns. “We must never forget the power of what we do,” Academy President Dr. Michael Lindsey urged Fellows who attended the January 2024 induction ceremony.
aaswsw.org/aaswsw-preside…

So #DYK : You can call or text the state’s behavioral health helpline – 833-773-2445 – for yourself or a loved one, 24/7. It is answered by trained clinical providers and peer coaches to talk with callers and, if needed, connect them to the nearest CBHC or crisis team.

The BC School of Social Work’s widely praised Latinx Leadership Initiative will commemorate its 10th anniversary with a daylong event on March 15. bc.edu/bc-web/sites/s…

Join presenter Lee Pelton at our 2024 Hubie Jones Lecture in Urban Health to learn why where you live has a greater influence on your health and well-being than your genetics.

RSVP: bit.ly/3IoB1lJ

So honored to be recognized for mentoring! Even better to share the ceremony with one of my mentees Anao Zhang 张安翱 who received the early career award! #apos2024

Need help paying Medicare costs? The Medicare Savings Program helps MA residents on Medicare with limited income pay for out-of-pocket Medicare costs.

As of March 1, 2024, there is no longer an asset limit!

💻 Visit mass.gov/info-details/h… to learn more.

Thank a social worker!

Registration is open for our 2024 Hubie Jones Lecture in Urban Health!

RSVP to join Lee Pelton, president & CEO of Boston Foundation, for his lecture 'Health Equity and the Importance of Zip Codes': trusted.bu.edu/s/1759/2-bu/19…

. WBUR 's 'All Things Considered' recently aired a story about the state's CBHCs. The reporter visited ABH members NorthSuffolk & Riverside Community Care . Check it out: wbur.org/news/2024/02/2…

Big news!! 🎉

In a first-of-its-kind distinction, all hospitals in Massachusetts have taken the meaningful step to eliminate health disparities by meeting The Joint Commission's new healthcare equity accreditation standard.

Learn more about the achievement: shorturl.at/csJW8

This year marks LTC’s 20 Year Anniversary. We invite you to join us on Thursday, May 16th at Granite Links Golf Club in Quincy, MA at 6 pm. lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/lY6ZHMY

Interested in getting mental health or substance use care but not sure where to start?

Call, text, or chat Behavioral Health Help Line to get connected to services, free of charge.