Establishes peer respites throughout Massachusetts for individuals experiencing emotional or mental distress.
The bill establishes peer respites throughout Massachusetts, which are voluntary, short-term, community-based residential programs run by peers. These respites provide support and services to guests experiencing emotional or mental distress, focusing on recovery, resiliency, and wellness. The Department of Mental Health is tasked with establishing a minimum of 14 regional peer respites, including at least two for LGBTQIA+ individuals and two for BIPOC individuals.
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