July 2, 2025
The Fight for Mental Health Care Isn't Over - We Urge the House to Reject this Bill
Yesterday, the Senate passed the reconciliation bill that is a betrayal of the American people and the individuals we serve at Mental Health Partnerships. This legislation will push back the decades of progress we’ve made in mental health care.
Yesterday, the Senate passed the reconciliation bill that is a betrayal of the American people and the individuals we serve at Mental Health Partnerships. This legislation will push back the decades of progress we’ve made in mental health care. The number of people who will lose health insurance is horrific, but doesn’t tell the whole story. The real story is the thousands of people in Philadelphia and the surrounding counties who will put off seeing their doctor or mental health professional because they can not afford the copayments. It is the mother who is recovering and currently in intensive treatment who may lose her peer specialist support.
At Mental Health Partnerships, advocacy is in our DNA. We were founded in 1951 by people with lived experiences who fought to ensure that everyone was given services in the community and not institutionalized.
We are deeply disappointed in the United States Senate for pursuing harmful policy under the guise of eliminating fraud and abuse and we ask the House to wholly reject this legislation.
In moments like this, it is important to remember who we are and why we exist.
At Mental Health Partnerships, we fight every day to ensure that every person has access to the mental health care they need and deserve. We will not sit quietly as harmful legislation undermines this basic right.
This is not just about numbers or line items in a budget, this is about human lives. We join in support with every family who is now forced to choose between groceries and mental health care, every individual who fears losing the care that helps them stay stable, and every frontline worker who knows this will make their job harder and even more heartwrenching.
We urge the House to reject this bill and choose people over politics.
Please join us by sending letters/calling our members of congress.
Resources are available here:
- Email Your Federal Representative and sign your name here
- Post on Social Media using graphics from our Partners at Mental Health America (Make sure to tag MHP)
- Share your story on why Medicaid is important to you
- Make phone calls with PA Budget and Policy Center
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Transforming Lives, Strengthening Communities
From peer-led recovery programs to statewide advocacy and education, our work touches thousands of lives every year. These numbers reflect our deep commitment to accessible, compassionate, and person-centered mental health support across Philadelphia and Southeastern Pennsylvania.
8,480
individuals and families served
34
active programs across the region
1,106
Peer Specialists trained each year
5,801
people supported through direct services
3000+
individuals reached monthly through homeless outreach
1,573
engaged in community advocacy
Real Stories of Hope and Recovery
We’re here to champion every journey to wellness, offering unwavering support and transformational advocacy. Together, we foster resilience and recovery—so everyone can thrive and live their fullest life in the community, free from barriers to mental health care.
"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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"Together...we build hope."
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"Together...we build hope."
"Period!"
Guiding Principles for Empowerment and Growth
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.