Code of Massachusetts Regulations
104 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH
Title 104 CMR 25.00 - Authority, Mission, And Definitions
Section 25.01 - Authority, Vision and Mission
Universal Citation: 104 MA Code of Regs 104.25
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
(1) The Department is the mental health authority in Massachusetts. It is mandated by M.G.L. c. 19 to take cognizance of all matters affecting the mental health of the citizens of the state. Its primary mission is to provide for services to adults with serious and persistent mental illness and children with serious mental illness or severe emotional disturbance and their families, early and ongoing treatment, and research into the causes of mental illness. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 19 and c. 123, it is authorized and required to:
(a) develop and maintain a comprehensive
program of community mental health services, including forensic mental health
services;
(b) operate, control and
supervise, directly or by contract, all facilities and programs developed and
maintained by the Department as part of the comprehensive program;
(c) maintain state hospitals and other
regional and statewide mental health facilities and services; and
(d) license or regulate private, county and
municipal facilities and programs providing care and treatment to persons with
mental illness.
(2) Vision and Mission Statement.
(a)
Vision. Mental
health is an essential part of health care. The Department, as the state mental
health authority, promotes mental health through early intervention, treatment,
education, policy and regulation so that all residents of the Commonwealth may
live full and productive lives.
(b)
Mission Statement. The Department, as the state mental
health authority, assures and provides access to services and supports to meet
the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work
and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to
ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The
Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights and
supports mental health training and research. This critical mission is
accomplished by working in partnership with other state agencies, individuals,
families, providers and communities.
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