How can I apply for DMH services?
Learn More about our Application Process for Mental Health ServicesComplete a Service Application Form
I or my family member is showing signs that I think might be related to mental illness, how do I seek help from the Department of Mental Health?
Please refer to our Online Resource Guides. The Department of Mental Health publishes several resources guides that help consumers, families and the general public find information about our agency, our services and other statewide services and programs in the mental health community.
What services does the Department of Mental Health Offer?
DMH sets the standards for mental health care for the operation of mental health facilities and community residential programs. DMH also provides clinical, rehabilitative and supportive services for adults with serious mental illness, and children and adolescents with serious mental illness or serious emotional disturbance.
Community Based Flexible Supports (CBFS) services provides rehabilitative interventions and supports in partnership with clients and their families to promote and facilitate recovery. Services include interventions and supports that manage psychiatric symptoms in the community, restore or maintain independent living in the community, restore or maintain daily living skills, promote wellness and the management of medical conditions and assist clients to restore or maintain and use their strengths and skills to undertake employment.
Community First "Recovery Through Partnership" is the guiding principle that supports the DMH Community First Initiative for adults, children, adolescents and families with serious mental illness and serious emotional disturbance. We champion people's right to live as independently as possible in the community, and it is DMH's responsibility to support recovery and success of individuals with the lived experience of serious mental illness.
I need information about insurance, MassHealth, or payment for mental health services?
TheMassachusetts Behavioral Health Partnership (MBHP) manages mental health and substance abuse services for more than 350,000 MassHealth members across the Commonwealth. Working collaboratively with Members, their families, advocates, state agencies, and providers, MBHP has created a community-based system of care that integrates mental health and primary care for Members.
Where do I find DMH Policies and Forms?
Visit the DMH Policies and Forms page
How do I file a complaint about the care that I received from a DMH funded hospital or program?
Complete a DMH Complaint Form
How can I access my DMH medical records?
Email your name, address, and phone number to dmhinfo@dmh.state.ma.us