Post-JCPH Hearing Update
On November 7, 2017 our bill, H. 2451/S. 1257, along with more than 30 other scope of practice bills, was heard before the Joint Committee on Public
November 20, 2017
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MAAPPN December 2016 Quarterly Meeting Announcement
Join MAAPPN for an evening of colleagueship, networking, education, job opportunities, legislative
updates and a great dinner.
September 19, 2016
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MAAPPN Needs Members with Expertise on The Following
MAAPPN Needs Members With Expertise Who Can Consult on the Following. MAAPPN sits at the table on the influential MA Mental Health Coalition
November 3, 2015
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MAAPPN sadly notes the passing of Dezra Kenney, Past President, NE Chapter Psychiatric Nurses Association
MAAPPN sadly notes the passing of Dezra Kenney, Past President, NE Chapter Psychiatric Nurses Association
August 6, 2015
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The Recovery Enhancement for Addiction Treatment Act (TREAT Act) Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.)
Maappn members we would like to hear your thoughts on the Treat Act. You can read about it below.
June 4, 2015
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News
Once Again It’s Time For Our Annual Maappn Membership Drive
Dear Friends and Supporters, Once again it’s time for our annual membership campaign drive. Your support really means a lot to us and allows us
May 31, 2015
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Mitt Romney and some of his top aides used private email accounts
Some of the emails obtained by AP describe Romney’s internal deliberations on his health care policy and the state’s 2006 budget crisis: “I hate appearing as if I am just playing national politics,”
March 14, 2015
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Blog
APNs should be very concerned about this legislation and cannot afford to be complacent.
Our opposition has unlimited financial, organizational, and institutional resources. If we are to have any chance at advancing our legislation and preventing further restrictions to
March 13, 2015
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Please Join Us for Speaker DeLeo
Please join us at an intimate breakfast for Speaker DeLeo. April 9, 2015 8:30 – 10:00 AM Emmet’s 6 Beacon Street RSVP: Krisglynn@gmail.com Suggested Contribution:
March 12, 2015
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Blog
AN ACT TO INCREASE ACCESS TO MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Act to increase access to mental health services filed January, 2015
March 6, 2015
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MAAPPN Lends Support to MHLA Legislative Priorities
MAAPPN plays an active role in supporting legislation from other MA mental health groups. As a member of the Mental Health Coalition, MAAPPN has the opportunity to hear of the legislative priorities from the professional groups (the guilds), advocacy and other mental health policy groups.
February 23, 2015
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Newly Elected MA Legislators 2015 – 2017
The Massachusetts House of Representatives is comprised of 160 members, each representing a district of approximately 40,000 people. As required by the Massachusetts Constitution, the House meets every 72 hours, year-round in either formal or informal session to consider legislation.
November 6, 2014
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BX/BS Foundation Forum: Tackling Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Mental Health Care
This forum will examine the magnitude and persistence of racial and ethnic health care disparities with a focus on the delivery of behavioral health services. Ongoing challenges and potential solutions will be examined in light of health care system and financing changes under state and national reform. The research will quantify the problem, costs and consequences. The forum will explore potential options and action steps to reduce disparities and move towards a more equitable distribution of critical resources.
November 6, 2014
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TED Talk: Mental Health for All by Involving All
Vikram Patel helps bring better mental health care to low-resource communities — by teaching ordinary people to deliver basic psychiatric services. Nearly 450 million people are affected by mental illness worldwide.
October 4, 2014
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