Mental health research is always evolving, and we are dedicated to remaining at the forefront of the latest information to ensure we’re delivering the best treatment and services for our patients. On this page, we’ll share what’s happening and how we’re responding, to help keep you informed about the issues that matter to mental wellness.
News and Announcements
Click below to learn about our latest events and programs, and information about any changes to the treatments or services we offer.
Grant to support bikes for mental health clients
MHCGM 1/12/2021
The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester (MHCGM) was the recipient of a $4500 grant from The Granite State Health and Fitness Foundation to provide bicycles to patients of The Center who are enrolled in the MHCGM InSHAPE program. InSHAPE is a best practice aimed at improving physical health and the quality of life for... Read More
Mental Health Center Achieves Positive Outcomes in Suicide Prevention and Safety Planning
MHCGM 1/8/2021
The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester (MHCGM) was recently featured as a Case Study by the Zero Suicide Institute after showing positive suicide prevention and patient safety outcomes following the implementation of the model in 2018. The foundational belief of Zero Suicide is that suicide deaths for individuals under the care of health and... Read More
NHCF awards three-year grant to Mental Health Center
MHCGM 12/18/2020
The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester (MHCGM) was recently awarded $60,000.00 in unrestricted operating support from The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation for work through 2023. This grant was made possible by gifts from the following funds: Bill and Sheila Steele Fund, Community Crisis Action Fund, Community Fund for the Manchester Region, Ethel and Saul... Read More
We're In The News
We’re grateful for the community support that has allowed us to do what we do best.
- 2017, 2016, 2015 and 2014 Named the Category Favorite for Family Mental Health and Counseling Services by Parenting NH
- 2017 Business Excellence Award for Large NonProfit by New Hampshire Business Review
- 2007 Winner of the SAMHSA Science and Service Award
- 1998 Gold Award from the American Psychiatric Assoc.
Manchester’s LGBTQIA+ community to get affirming health care at ProHealth
MHCGM 1/8/2021
The ProHealth Clinic in Manchester was accepted as a medical provider from the National LGBT Health Education Center at The Fenway Institute, Boston, for a 6-month training to better serve the LGBTQIA+ community. The Fenway Institute designed a curriculum to enhance current healthcare practices and increase staff knowledge to provide the best care possible to... Read More
Peer Support Specialists Are Making A Difference!
MHCGM 12/1/2020
The Peer Support Specialist Workforce is an essential part of the healthcare workforce. -particularly during COVID-19. This study produced actionable insights affecting the mental health and substance use system from the perspective of peer support specialists. Kudos to The Manchester Peer Collaborative on their work to highlight these important areas!! Background: Peer support specialists offering mental... Read More
Multi-agency homeless outreach team assembled during COVID is working, officials say, but it’s running out of money
MHCGM 7/13/2020
“Homelessness is a driver of addiction and mental illness, rather than the other way around.” Wednesday, July 8, 2020 Ryan Lessard Around Town, Community, News 2 Comments Fire Chief Dan Goonan and Fire/EMS Officer Chris Hickey do rounds at an encampment for the homeless under the Amoskeag Bridge on May 15. Photo/Carol Robidoux MANCHESTER, NH – In an effort to address... Read More
Laws, Legislation and NH
While The MHCGM is a private nonprofit organization not funded by the state, changes to mental health laws and legislation can impact our practice. Click below to learn more about recent legislation.