Clifton Health: Mental Wellness


The Mental Health Association in Passaic County offers programs for the Arabic community to overcome social barriers and stigmas.

"...Raja Salloum is a busy woman. A licensed clinical social worker at the Mental Health Association in Passaic County (MHAPC), her typical day consists of speaking with patients, listening to their issues, and offering advice, therapy and any assistance she can muster from her cozy office at 404 Clifton Ave. in Downtown Clifton."




"Salloum said the most important step in turning a new patient into a regular is to make sure that they are at ease. Therapy sessions are not just about whatever mental illness the patient has, but their overall quality of life..."

Read the article: here

Clifton Merchant Magazine Volume 18 March 2013
Written by By Joe Hawrylko




Events and Workshops



›JUNE Support Groups
›Grupo Familiar



Check out our Intensive Family Support Services Brochure Here


News and Announcements


Bridging the Gap.. Struggles of the Immigrant Arab Woman

Read Raja Salloum's article here


Mental Health Association in New Jersey’s Peer Recovery WarmLine Receives National Recognition

Read more about it Here!



Please don't forget to check out the updated Guide of Mental Health Services by clicking Here



News And Awards


Second Annual Recovery Walk

This walk raised awareness about substance abuse, celebrated individuals in recovery, and acknowledged the work of treatment and recovery service providers.


Check out our photos on Facebook page by
clicking here



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August 2012 Funded by

The Turrell Foundation


The Turrell Fund was founded in 1935 by Herbert and Margaret Turrell. Its principal interest lies in support of organizations that help youth, with special emphasis on the needy youngster. 


The Turrell Foundation has donated for the children of the Consumer Parent Support Network.

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May 14, 2012 Awarded:

American Psychiatric Foundation



1st Annual Beefsteak Dinner Bonanza


1st Annual Beefsteak Dinner Bonanza
Tricky Tray / Silent Auction

Hosted by:
The Mental Health Association of Passaic County

Sponsored by:
Investors Bank
Corrado's Family Affair

Date: Friday 06/14/13
Time: 6:30pm-11pm
Location: Clifton Boys and Girls Club
181 Colfax Ave
Clifton, NJ 07013


Tickets: $50

Live Music from Local Band "Brookwood"



You are invited to show your support for our cause which is helping people with mental illness live independent, productive lives in the community. Every year we provide help to over five hundred families struggling with mental illness and prevent costly institutionalization. All proceeds will benefit our organization.


Check out the flyer: here!



Adult Tickets are $50 each
Children Tickets (ages 5-12) are $20 each
Children under the age of 5 are free

Purchase tickets here!








Get To Know Our Board of Directors!

Click here to get to know our board of directors.

Passaic County Police Crisis Intervention Team

MHAPC establishes CIT Task Force.
Check out the article on our most recent training:
here

MHAPC launches Psychiatric Advance Directive Project: Peer to Peer initiative

Creating your own Psychiatric Advance Directive can be part of your recovery plan. To find out how, click here

MHAPC offers a new group: Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Passaic County