122 W. Lancaster Avenue
Mifflin Plaza - Suite 207
Shillington, PA 19607
ph: 610-775-3000
fax: 610-775-4000
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
9:00 am to 5:00pm
or by appointment
Mifflin Plaza - Suite 207
Shillington, PA 19607
ph: 610-775-3000
fax: 610-775-4000
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
9:00 am to 5:00pm
or by appointment
Executive Director
The Mental Health Association of Reading & Berks County is a non-profit affiliate of the United Way.
We would appreciate any donations or volunteers to help in our endeavors.
Please contact us to see how you can help
make a difference.
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Adult Advocacy
Living with or just being diagnosed with a mental health issue is often intimidating. Navigating the social services system to get the treatment and support you need can be confusing.
Our adult advocates provide individualized case advocacy for adults within Berks County, as well as to residents of Wernersville State Hospital.
Services
Help with Mental Health Advanced Directives
What is it?
A Mental Health Advanced Directive is a tool that focuses on wellness and recovery planning, promoting planning ahead for the mental health services and supports that an individual might want to receive during a crisis if they are unable to make decisions.
Need more information?
You can call one of our adult advocates and/or visit these websites:
Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare
Pennsylvania Protection & Advocacy, Disability Law Project
Forms and Instructions?
We have copies of the instruction and form booklet in our office. You can also download the instruction booklet and forms here:
Mental Health Advanced Directive
*You will need Adobe Reader. If you do not have the software, the website should automatically take you to where it can be downloaded for free.
Do you, or someone you know, need our help?
Contact us for an appointment at 610-775-3000.
Living with or just being diagnosed with a mental health issue is often intimidating. Navigating the social services system to get the treatment and support you need can be confusing.
Our adult advocates provide individualized case advocacy for adults within Berks County, as well as to residents of Wernersville State Hospital.
Services
- provide information about mental illness, treatment options, and services available
- refer and help clients obtain and keep health insurance, counseling, treatment, and medication(s)
- help clients deal with any housing, employment, transportation, and legal issues/difficulties
- accompany clients for court and social service agency appointments as needed
- visit community organizations serving adults with mental illness to offer outreach, support, and services
Help with Mental Health Advanced Directives
What is it?
A Mental Health Advanced Directive is a tool that focuses on wellness and recovery planning, promoting planning ahead for the mental health services and supports that an individual might want to receive during a crisis if they are unable to make decisions.
Need more information?
You can call one of our adult advocates and/or visit these websites:
Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare
Pennsylvania Protection & Advocacy, Disability Law Project
Forms and Instructions?
We have copies of the instruction and form booklet in our office. You can also download the instruction booklet and forms here:
Mental Health Advanced Directive
*You will need Adobe Reader. If you do not have the software, the website should automatically take you to where it can be downloaded for free.
Do you, or someone you know, need our help?
Contact us for an appointment at 610-775-3000.
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