Keene, NH – The Cheshire County Sheriff’s Office is highlighting an ongoing partnership between Sheriff officials and Monadnock Peer Support (MPS), a local organization dedicated to helping individuals with mental health challenges through community-based support programs.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the department’s leader has been serving as Interim Executive Director at MPS for several months, gaining firsthand experience with residents impacted by mental illness and social stigma. The Sheriff described the work as deeply rewarding, noting that listening to participants’ stories has reinforced the importance of compassion and inclusion.
In the statement, the Sheriff called for stronger collaboration among local, state, and federal governments to enhance mental health services and remove stigma. “We must all be part of the fight to end the mental health stigma and be more compassionate and understanding,” the post read.
Monadnock Peer Support, based in Keene, provides safe spaces for individuals to share experiences, connect with peers, and access recovery resources. The organization recently released a brand story video encouraging community engagement and awareness.
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