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04/21/2025

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Since February of 2019, The Parachute House Peer Run Respite has been a li… Nora Hitchcock needs your support for Save Parachute House: Support Mental Health

04/21/2025

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We are out of time. Without your help, the Parachute House will close its doors.Since February of 2019, The Parachute House Peer Run Respite has been a lifeline for individuals struggling with mental health crises—providing a safe, supportive space where people can heal, connect, and regain stabil...

04/03/2025

Thank you for your commitment to improving mental health services in our state. I encourage you to click this link https://legis.wisconsin.gov/topics/budgetcomments/ to leave a comment expressing your concerns and advocating for the enhancement of mental health services in Wisconsin.

NAMI Wisconsin was honored to help lead and take part in delivering the MHAP (Mental Health Action Partnership) legislative priorities to our Wisconsin state senators and representatives. MHAP is a broad, sustainable, community-led coalition gathered to advance equitable access to and continuous improvement of integrated mental health care throughout Wisconsin.

04/03/2025

NAMI Wisconsin was honored to help lead and take part in delivering the MHAP (Mental Health Action Partnership) legislative priorities to our Wisconsin state senators and representatives. MHAP is a broad, sustainable, community-led coalition gathered to advance equitable access to and continuous improvement of integrated mental health care throughout Wisconsin.

04/03/2025

Closing the doors of Parachute House will have a significant impact on the entire community. When people experience a mental health crisis, where will they find the support they need that serves as an alternative to hospitalization, jail, or, even worse, death?

Parachute House provides a safe, home-like environment for individuals facing mental health challenges. Additionally, it operates a 24/7 Warmline, which received nearly 6,000 calls last year alone. We need your support!

Parachute House welcomed more than 1,340 guests in crisis since its opening. Trump's cuts to health grants have forced the home to close operations.

04/03/2025

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Dear Friends, Family, Colleagues, Community Members, and Supporters,I am writing to passionately advocate for the continued funding of peer run respite centers in Wisconsin, particularly Parachute House. These essential programs serve as lifelines for individuals facing mental health crises, providi...

04/03/2025

Dear Friends, Family, Colleagues, Community Members, and Supporters,

I am writing to passionately advocate for the continued funding of peer run respite centers in Wisconsin, particularly Parachute House. These essential programs serve as lifelines for individuals facing mental health crises, providing low-cost emergency respite that alleviates the overwhelming burden on our state and Medicaid systems.

As Medicaid and Medicare face increasing challenges, reducing unnecessary costs while maintaining quality services is essential. The lack of short-term emergency stabilization services in our area often leads to police intervention, hospitalization, and relapses. Peer Run Respite (PRR) centers provide a crucial support space for individuals in crisis, offering voluntary overnight stays (1-7 days) for those experiencing crisis.

Peer run respites do more than just offer immediate support; they create a compassionate environment where individuals can find understanding and hope from those who have faced similar challenges. By investing in these centers, we not only address immediate needs but also promote long-term recovery and well-being within our communities.

The impact of peer run respites extends far beyond the individuals they serve. They help reduce the strain on first responders, emergency services, reduce potential incarceration, prevent costly hospitalizations, and ultimately lead to healthier, more resilient communities. Last year, the Parachute House saved the community over 8.5 million dollars in emergency hospitalizations. This is a proactive approach to mental health care that prioritizes support, prevention, and empowerment.

I urge each of you to join me in advocating for the continued funding of peer run respite centers. Together, we can make our voices heard and ensure that these crucial resources remain available for those who need them most.

Thank you for your commitment to improving mental health services in our state. I encourage you to click this link https://legis.wisconsin.gov/topics/budgetcomments/ to leave a comment expressing your concerns and advocating for the enhancement of mental health services in Wisconsin.

Your voice matters, please feel free to forward this message to anyone you know who would be willing to help amplify our collective voice. Together, we can create lasting change and truly transform the lives of those who rely on our support.

To donate please visit https://www.ourspaceinc.org/donate

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Parachute House - Peer Run Respite
A 501(c)(3) Public Charity
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