The Health & Healing Collaborative is an initiative of the APA Foundation, in partnership with Elev8 Health, to improve access to culturally responsive, high-quality mental health care for Bronx residents, especially those living with serious mental illness (SMI). By bringing together clinicians, faith leaders, community organizations, and local partners, we're helping more people connect with the care and support they need in English and Spanish.
Our Approach
The Health & Healing Collaborative is built around three key priorities:
- Improve Clinical Knowledge & Skills by providing evidence-based training and resources focused on serious mental illness.
- Increase Clinical Capacity & Build the Workforce through partnerships with local clinics, psychiatric fellows, and future mental health professionals.
- Increase Referrals Through Faith & Community Partnerships by equipping trusted community leaders to recognize mental health needs and connect individuals with care.
Get Connected
Whether you're looking for mental health support, want to connect someone with services, or are interested in partnering with the Health & Healing Collaborative, we're here to help.
Mental Health Care Navigator
Aasim Vhora
[email protected]
Program Manager
Leslie Molit
[email protected]
Connect Through Our Faith Partners
Mental health support starts in trusted community spaces. The Health & Healing Collaborative partners with local churches throughout the Bronx where community members can meet with trained Mental Health Care Navigators, receive mental health check-ins, learn about available resources, and get connected with local mental health providers.
Church Connection Sites
Bronx Bethany Church of Nazarene
Reverand Charlene "Joy" Reynolds: [email protected]
United Church of Jesus Christ
Tricia Ford: [email protected]
Manna of Life Ministries
Evelyn Cobian: [email protected]
Training & Resources
The Collaborative also offers free educational opportunities for clinicians, faith leaders, and community organizations. From evidence-based training on serious mental illness to community mental health education and ongoing learning opportunities, we're building a stronger, more connected system of care for the Bronx.