As a street outreach and housing service provider in the Tulsa area, we are extremely concerned by Governor Stitt’s “Operation SAFE” program that does nothing to address the root cause of homelessness. Each day, our outreach teams engage with Oklahomans experiencing homelessness and work tirelessly to get them into housing, connected with healthcare, and find […]
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Please note: This post discusses suicide and self-harm and may be distressing for some readers. If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, you are not alone. Help is available through the U.S. national suicide and crisis helpline—call or text 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org. ADAM’S STORY Adam Raine was a
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Mental Health America (MHA) has named 11 state legislators from across the country as 2025 State Legislative Champions—including three dedicated Oklahoma leaders recognized for their efforts to promote mental health equity, reduce stigma, and improve access to care in their home states. Senator Julia Kirt (D-Oklahoma City), Representative Daniel Pae (R-Lawton), and Representative Ajay Pittman
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The Executive Order issued on July 24, 2025 regarding homelessness and mental health treatment includes many directives that cause us concern. Extensive evidence has shown that when we prioritize safe and stable housing—and combine it with voluntary and personalized access to resources and treatment—homelessness can be brief and nonrecurring. Policies that criminalize homelessness only increase
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On July 24, 2025, the Trump administration issued an executive order on homelessness and mental health treatment, an action which raises serious concerns for those working on the front lines of housing and mental health. Among the directives are proposals that would expand the involuntary commitment of individuals experiencing homelessness, mental illness, substance use disorder,
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to reflect, connect, and amplify the critical work we do throughout Oklahoma. To mark this month, we’ve asked team members throughout our organization to share what mental health means to them—both professionally and personally. For this week’s spotlight, we’re honored to share insights from Lucinda Morte, Clinical Coordinator
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We’re proud to launch a special blog series in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Throughout May, we’ll share personal and professional insights from team members across MHAOK, each offering a unique perspective on what mental health means to them. Today, we’re spotlighting Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about
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Black History Month serves as a time to reflect on the history, culture and contributions of Black Americans. It is also a time to acknowledge the challenges that continue affecting Black communities today – challenges like the mental health disparity faced by too many individuals in this population. Despite historical advancements in civil rights and
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Homelessness: By the Numbers One week from today, partner agency staff across Oklahoma City – including MHAOK – will gather at 3:30 a.m., divide into groups of six and head out into hidden corners of the city to count as many people experiencing homelessness as we can find. The same count will take place in
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As we reflect on 2024, Mental Health Association Oklahoma has made significant strides in our mission to support Oklahomans – particularly those facing mental illness or homelessness and their loved ones. This year, we’ve touched tens of thousands of lives, providing critical services and making a real difference in our communities. We kicked off the
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