Perth Amboy Community Mental Health Initiative
About the Initiative
The City of Perth Amboy has been awarded a $12,000 grant through the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute and the Mayors Wellness Campaign to implement a Community Mental Health Initiative. This program aims to reduce mental health stigma, provide resources, and enhance mental health services for underserved populations.
“We are excited to launch our Community Mental Health Ambassadors Program, which will provide local residents with the tools and training they need to support mental health awareness and crisis intervention in Perth Amboy. With the support of the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute and the Mayors Wellness Campaign, we’re taking meaningful steps to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and ensure our community has access to the resources and support needed to thrive. We look forward to the positive impact this program will have on the well-being of our residents.” – Mayor Helmin J. Caba, City of Perth Amboy
Key Dates
- January 30, 2025: City Staff Meeting to confirm activity schedule.
- February 3, 2025: Community Partners Meeting.
- March 4, 2025: Workshop at All Directors Meeting.
- February 2025 - October 2025: Monthly Mental Health First Aid training sessions on the third Thursday of each month.
Program Details
- Free Mental Health First Aid training sessions, offered monthly and conducted bilingually in English and Spanish.
- Distribution of mental health resources to schools, businesses, and community centers.
- Behavioral health screenings provided confidentially and at little to no cost.
- Robust outreach efforts to engage community members and organizations.
Our Partners
This initiative is made possible through collaboration with:
- Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay Medical Center
- Raritan Bay Area YMCA
- Central Jersey Medical Center
- Make the Road NJ
- American Red Cross
- Academy of Urban Leadership Charter School (AULCS)
- Perth Amboy Police and Fire Departments
- Office of Recreation
- Perth Amboy Municipal Alliance
- Perth Amboy Public Schools
- Perth Amboy Housing Authority
Register for Training
Join us for Mental Health First Aid training sessions and make a difference in our community.
Dates: Third Thursday of every month, February 2025 – October 2025
Locations: RBA YMCA, 1 Olive Street Community Center, and Senior Housing Facilities.
How to Register: