July 16, 2026
Mental Health Partnerships Joins the One Nation, Overcharged Campaign
Mental Health Partnerships joins the national One Nation, Overcharged campaign to elevate the experiences of people affected by rising healthcare costs and help build support for a healthcare system that is more affordable, accessible, and responsive to everyone’s needs.
Mental Health Partnerships is proud to be one of five organizations selected to represent Pennsylvania in One Nation, Overcharged, a national campaign supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation that is working to build demand for a healthcare system that puts people first and works for all of us.
Over the coming months, MHP will partner with organizations across Pennsylvania and the country to collect and share the real-life stories of people who have been affected by the rising cost of healthcare. Too many individuals and families struggle with challenges such as high insurance premiums, increasing co-pays, unaffordable out-of-pocket costs, or traveling farther for care because local hospitals, mental health providers, or other healthcare services are no longer available.
For many of the people MHP serves, these financial barriers can make it even harder to access the mental health and substance use services they need. By sharing these experiences, we hope to elevate voices that are too often overlooked and help inform conversations about creating a healthcare system that is more affordable, accessible, and responsive to the needs of everyone.
There are several ways to get involved. Join the One Nation, Overcharged Virtual Rally on July 29 to hear stories from people across the country and learn more about the campaign. You can also join us on August 5 at Portraits of Healthcare, a free community event in Philadelphia featuring art, storytelling, conversation, and community.
If you have experienced the burden of rising healthcare costs, we encourage you to share your story and become part of this growing national movement. Together, we can help ensure that the experiences of everyday people are heard by policymakers, healthcare leaders, and communities across the country.
Sign up here to receive campaign updates and learn how you can get involved.
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Total participants served
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active programs across the region
1,204
participants trained each year
9,180
participants supported through direct services
5,615
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1,319
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"I'm so grateful for the community that's here and the people that I get to work with in a way that they inspire me every day."
"Every experience I've had with MHP thus far has been great, from the training to being able to get support, a community, sponsorships to go places I never thought I'd go."
"MHP has given me so much, I want to give back."
"Give you your own purpose, you know, just like doing something more. Just a good feeling for me. Now I can be productive."
"MHP has a long history of being a really trusted and reliable resource for peer specialists.
So these experiences already live within your walls."
"The incredible empowerment and the impact that peers have in the field of mental health."
"There's something really, really powerful that happens when you're connecting with someone who's sitting across from you and says, you know, I see you and I hear you. Because I've been there."
"...and just that little click. Wow, it's so powerful just to have somebody who understands exactly how you feel, because we can sympathize all day, but to have somebody else in the room with me, to say, I've done it too, I've experienced that too, allows for a bond that goes beyond words."
"That opened me up to talk to other people so I could coach them and have them get the aha moment again. I did it and I'm glad that I got into new ways of thinking."
"I'm able to be helpful just to know that, like, all that hard work I put through actually paid off."
"And I hope that everybody would get the opportunity to connect with that organization"
"At Mental Health Partnerships. Together..."
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At the heart of our mission lies a steadfast commitment to core values that shape every aspect of our work. These values—rooted in hope, empowerment, and respect—guide us in fostering environments where individuals can thrive, exercise self-determination, and pursue lifelong learning. By embracing a holistic, non-judgmental, and culturally aware approach, we empower individuals to achieve their full potential and contribute to their communities.
Together, We Build Hope
At Mental Health Partnerships, we are dedicated to fostering hope and resilience. Our mission is to create a supportive environment where individuals can regain control of their mental health and live fulfilling lives. We offer personalized care that aligns with your unique needs and helps you connect with a community that cares.
Real Stories of Hope & Gratitude
Hear directly from individuals whose lives have been touched by our programs and services. Whether it’s case management, family support, or peer-led guidance, these stories showcase the power of compassionate care and unwavering belief in every person’s potential for recovery and growth.
Let’s Take the Next Step Together
At MHP, we understand that the journey to mental wellness can feel overwhelming. With peer-led support, proven resources, and a warm, caring community, we’re here to guide you through every step—so you never have to walk this path alone.