I have known of and collaborated with Mental Health Associates of the Triad for over 15 years. As a police officer, I have often referred individuals in crisis to their services for treatment of mental health and substance abuse. As the police department's Court Liaison, I formed relationships with their clinicians who came into the jails to perform assessments and determine competency for the court system. As a citizen of High Point, I have seen the tremendous work they have done in our community through programs such as Destiny's House (a psychosocial rehabilitation program). During times of tragedy that have affected the first responder community, their clinicians have reached out to our officers and staff to help ensure the wellness of our first responder community, and that has helped forge trusting and enduring relationships. Their current Clinical Director is well-known throughout the first responder community for her years of service as the Crisis Intervention Training Coordinator for our region. Our first responders know they can call on her when they are trying to help an individual in crisis, and she stands ready to provide resources and point them in the right direction. Under their new leadership, Mental Health Associates of the Triad has shown that they are forward-thinking and eager to collaborate with other area resources to provide the most comprehensive and convenient care possible. For example, they have recently partnered with the High Point Public Library to provide a Peer Navigator who works out of the library. The Navigator provides peer support services to library patrons in need of assistance with mental health, substance abuse, housing, etc. This has already been a tremendous success. After seeing their positive impact on our community first-hand, I was honored to be invited to become a member of their board where I have developed an even deeper appreciation for Mental Health Associates of the Triad and the committed group of individuals who serve in leadership/board/support/volunteer roles to keep this important nonprofit running and moving forward in pursuit of wellness for our community.
Mental Health Associates of the Triad was started in High Point, NC in the 1960’s. It has morphed from a small group of concerned individuals advocating for services for the mentally ill to a full service agency with direct services to children/adolescents/adults. These services include Peer Support, Social Day Program, Medication Management, Outpatient Therapy, Court Services and Jail Diversion. At this time we have a list of additional programming for which we are looking for startup funding. We serve folks in Guilford County and surrounding counties. The leadership under CEO/President Eric Foushee is outstanding. He continues to lead us with innovation, perseverance and a strong compassion for the work.
My experience with this agency started 25+ years ago when my family found itself with an adolescent with mental illness. Had it not been for this nonprofit, I am entirely certain our son would not have had the help that was needed. Navigating the system was daunting to say the least but was made manageable through this connection. We will be forever grateful and supportive.
Thank you!