Mental Heath Association for Chinese Communities (MHACC)

The Mental Health Association for Chinese Communities is a nonprofit organization whose mission is

To raise awareness of mental health within the Chinese community through advocacy, education, research, support, and services To represent the wide spectrum of Chinese families and individuals affected by mental illness. Mental illness in the Chinese community is very often a taboo. Families encountering mental illness often do not know how to communicate with patients.

Elaine Peng, director of MHACC, with her own personal experiences, helped and continues to help promote mental health services. As a volunteer, pioneer, and leader, she has helped many people in the Chinese community out of the same situations.

https://www.mhacc-usa.org/

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