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Advocate For Action
One aspect of the mission of the Saratoga County Citizens Committee for Mental Health (SCCCMH) is to advocate on behalf of individuals with mental illness in Saratoga County, NY. Our advocacy efforts include increasing membership in SCCCMH to increase the power of our voices when we lobby, keeping abreast of federal and New York State legislation, leading grassroots lobbying and letter writing, and maintaining a network for professionals.
Advocate for Action!
Individuals, Consumers, Family Members and Friends: Individuals, consumers, family members and friends can help the grassroots efforts by writing letters and e-mails to elected officials and government agencies. Also, join the Saratoga County Citizens Committee for Mental Health (SCCCMH) and we will have strength in numbers with your help. To join, return this form: SCCCMH Membership Form 05-2010.
Professionals and Organizations: Professional and organizations that advocate for the needs of consumers and their families can sign-on to the Saratoga County Network of Mental Health Professionals and Advocates (SCN-MHPA). This coalition works together to find common agenda to advance in the political and regulatory environments. The group meets twice a year. In response to the current NYS budget crisis which can and has impacted the delivery of services in Saratoga County, the SCN-MHPA adopted the following position statement on “Regarding The Reduction Or Elimination Of Supportive Employment And Sheltered Workshop