Advocate for Change

Are you interested in learning more or being a part of legislative efforts and policies regarding addiction prevention, treatment and recovery on a local and national level? 

There are a number of state and national organizations that advocate on behalf of mental health and/or addiction prevention, treatment and recovery efforts. These organizations do a great deal to address behavioral health funding, policy, and legislation. A few of these organizations are listed below. Check out their websites and social media accounts to learn more about their initiatives and how to get involved.

• Massachusetts Organization for Addiction Recovery (MOAR)
• Association for Behavioral Healthcare
• Massachusetts Association for Mental Health
• Health Law Advocates
• Community Anti Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA)
• National Alliance on Mental Illness

Additionally, Natick 180 is always accepting new members from the Natick community, and all Natick 180 meetings are open to the public. If there is a local issue related to substance use that you want to see addressed, please contact Katie Sugarman at csugarman@natickma.org or attend an upcoming meeting to share your thoughts.