Resources:
Useful Links
NIMH
Materials on Depression and Medical Illness
These
patient and family educational materials, recently
developed by the NIMH, deal with depression in the
setting of various mental illnesses.
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American
Psychiatric Association
The site of the APA, including association information,
professional tools, and current events.
VA
Board of Medicine Practitioner Information
A site providing professional information about licensees'
education, specialty training, board certifications,
etc.
Tucker
Psychiatric Clinic
Since 1912 the physicians, psychologists and social
workers of the Tucker Psychiatric Clinic have provided
psychiatric, substance abuse and mental health services
tailored to each individual's needs for both inpatient
and outpatient treatment.
Medical
Society of Virginia
The Medical Society of Virginia, also known as the
MSV, is a professional association of more than 8,000
Virginia physicians.
American
Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
The
AACAP is the leading national professional medical association
dedicated to treating and improving the quality of life
for children, adolescents, and families affected by
mental, behavioral, or developmental disorders.
Washington
Psychiatric Society
The
APA district branch of Washington, D.C., with helpful
resources and news updates.
Virginia
Alliance for the Mentally Ill
As the state affiliate for the National Alliance for
the Mentally Ill, NAMI-Virginia is dedicated to helping
create new programs and services across the Commonwealth.
These programs must offer the most current and effective
treatment available in the mental health field.
Virginia Commission on Youth
The Commission on Youth is a standing legislative commission of the Virginia General Assembly.
Websites for Mental Health Advocates & Organizers of Peer-run Programs
Directory of Consumer-Operated Programs in Virginia
Grant Seeker’s Treasure Map & Orienteering Guide
News: Trainings, Scholarships, Job Openings, Updates & Opportunities
Blueprints for Change: How to Create a Peer-run Mental Health Program
Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for 501c3 & Becoming a Nonprofit
Toolbox: Tools for Building & Strengthening Peer-Run Programs
Where to Find Nonprofit Training Workshops in Virginia & Online
Free Samples: Sample Grant Proposals from Peer-run Programs
Training Programs for Leaders of Consumer-Operated Programs
VOCAL CO-OP Publications
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