Department of Mental Health

The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, located at 25 Staniford Street in Boston, serves as the state’s primary mental health authority, ensuring equitable access to a comprehensive continuum of care. Widely recognized for its commitment to community integration, the department supports individuals of all ages—children, adolescents, adults, and seniors—providing essential services that enable them to live, work, and actively participate in society. With a statewide coordination model, it collaborates with local providers to offer tailored support in both individual and community settings.

Leveraging its role as a public agency, the department emphasizes innovative, evidence-based programs and community partnerships designed to close service gaps across Massachusetts. Whether through outpatient therapy, case management, or public health initiatives, it aims to improve mental health outcomes and quality of life. Supported under state governance, the facility upholds its mission to meet diverse mental health needs across the lifespan—combining robust infrastructure with compassionate care.