Massachusetts Department of Mental Health

We 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.
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Locations

Massachusetts Department of Mental Health Central Office

25 Staniford Street
Boston, MA 02114
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Neighborhood

Outside Cambridge

Hours of operation

Hours of operation
Monday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
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Additional information

DMH services are available to anyone meets the Clinical Criteria for DMH Services outlined under 104 CMR 29.  DMH provides mental health services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Applications for services are available online, but it is strongly recommended to contact your insurance provider about mental health services before taking the time to apply for DMH services. For more information on eligibility for DMH services, please see our "Am I Eligible?" page. You can apply by filling out an application and submitting it to the Department of Mental Health. 

For our Emergency/Crisis Services visit the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Partnership (MBHP) or call (877) 382-1609

For non-urgent, general questions or requests, you can also leave a message including your name, age, town where services are requested, and a brief description of the nature of your request on the DMH Information and Resource Line Voicemail Box.

Contacts

Mass Behavioral Health Help Line

Available 24/7

833-773-2445

Boston Area DMH Application Support

Submitting your DMH Application/Questions

(617) 626-9200

Massachusetts Department of Mental Health

Information and Resource Line

(800) 221-0053

Massachusetts Department of Mental Health

Main Office Line

(617) 626-8000
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Mass Behavioral Health Help Line

Available 24/7

833-773-2445
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Massachusetts Department of Mental Health Central Office

25 Staniford Street
Boston, MA 02114
ዩናይትድ ስቴትስ

Neighborhood

Outside Cambridge

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Last updated June 28, 2023.