About
Empire Mental Health Support exists to serve individuals and families living with mental illness diagnoses, to educate the community and its leaders about mental health stigmas, and to advocate for an improved system of care.
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Our Mission and Goals
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"We strive to prepare people on their journey to mental wellness."
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Our Mission is to support mental health wellness in the Sioux Empire by working with the justice system, lawmakers, and community leaders to promote empathy and equal rights for those facing mental health challenges. Our Goal is to help families and caregivers provide the stabilizing support their loved ones need, while informing on issues like housing, medical care, education, with respect for everyone's inalienable rights.
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We also strive to:
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Assist the homeless in navigating care systems.
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Help veterans rebuild their lives.
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Collaborate with other nonprofits to offer comprehensive services for people facing mental health stigma and gender inequality.​​
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Message from the President
"I'm proud to serve as president of a growing nonprofit organization in the Empire Area that is specifically for people who either live with a mental illness or are a family members who cares about someone with a mental health diagnosis. It is our mission to be an active voice in the Empire Area for support, education, and advocacy while also fighting for equality and erasing the misperceptions of mental health disorders. We hope you will join us in each step in our endeavors as we become a welcome pillar in our communities. Thank you for choosing Empire Mental Health Support!"
Debra Butler
President, Empire Mental Health Support
