The lead story for the Summer 2022 edition of OMH News discusses the response by OMH and New York State to the trauma caused by the recent mass shootings in Buffalo and elsewhere in the nation.

OMH and its partners are working to increase awareness of mental health issues. This edition of OMH News discusses some of the projects and the innovative programs the state continues to put into place to help those whose lives are affected by mental illness.

Learn more about the upcoming launch of 988 and how you can help get the word out.

Our lead story for this edition discusses the many initiatives Governor Hochul has announced for this year to meet the mental health care needs of New Yorkers.

This issue discusses the ways in which OMH is strengthening the state’s mental health system by investing in research, its workforce, innovative programs, and its physical infrastructure.

This edition discusses the many avenues through which OMH is working to address the urgent need for housing and to strengthen mental health resources in our communities.

This edition recognizes the extraordinary achievements of individuals and organizations that have furthered the OMH mission and made a positive contribution to the mental health system in their communities.

Our lead story for this edition discusses New York State’s “Reimagine” program to address mental health needs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The lead story of our Winter 2021 edition discusses the innovative ways that teams at two OMH psychiatric centers are making use of computer tablets to aid clients in their recovery.