Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Partner for Mental Health and Housing Solutions
Mental Health Association Oklahoma has dedicated itself to addressing the critical intersection of mental health and homelessness since its founding in 1955. Our organization operates through evidence-based frameworks like the Housing First model, prioritizing stable housing as the foundation for recovery while providing comprehensive mental health education, peer support, and employment readiness programs. With statewide operations since 2014, we combine decades of experience with innovative approaches to criminal justice reform and eviction prevention. Our team of certified professionals and specialized staff delivers direct care through mobile medical units and street outreach programs, maintaining accreditation from the Council on Accreditation.We demonstrate expertise through our nationally recognized QPR suicide prevention training and partnerships with public and private entities to expand affordable housing access. As a trusted leader in Oklahoma, we uphold transparency in our operations while advocating for systemic changes to improve outcomes for vulnerable populations. Our commitment to ethical practices is reflected in our compliance with fair housing laws and our focus on community-driven solutions that promote long-term stability and self-sufficiency.
Services
Mental Health Support
Housing Assistance
Employment Programs
Street Outreach
Criminal Justice Reform
Suicide Prevention Training
Eviction Prevention
Peer Support Groups
Mobile Medical Care
Youth Transitional Housing
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We implement the nationally recognized Housing First model proven to end homelessness
- Our 24/7 Mental Health Assistance Center provides immediate crisis support and referrals
- We offer evidence-based QPR suicide prevention training to communities and organizations
- Our statewide network connects clients with housing, employment, and mental health services
- We maintain accreditation from the Council on Accreditation for program excellence
Associations and certifications
- Council on Accreditation
Services
Housing Support
Our Housing First programs provide safe, stable housing for individuals experiencing homelessness or mental illness. We offer permanent supportive housing, transitional living options, and market-rate apartments with wrap-around services including case management and peer support. Our mixed-income housing model integrates tenants requiring support with those who don't, creating inclusive communities while maintaining compliance with fair housing laws.
Mental Health Support
We deliver comprehensive mental health services including crisis intervention, peer support groups, and professional referrals. Our Mental Health Assistance Center operates during business hours for resource navigation, while our street medicine teams provide direct care to unhoused individuals. We also offer suicide prevention training programs for community organizations and businesses across Oklahoma.
Street Outreach
Our outreach teams in Tulsa and Oklahoma City connect with chronically homeless individuals in encampments and public spaces. These teams provide immediate assistance while linking individuals to housing, employment, and healthcare services. We collaborate with law enforcement to reduce criminalization of homelessness while ensuring continuity of care through case management and follow-up support.
Employment Programs
Our employment support initiatives help individuals achieve financial independence through job training and placement assistance. Programs like A Better Way in Tulsa and Norman offer transitional employment opportunities while connecting participants with case management services. We focus on building work skills and creating pathways to sustainable employment for people recovering from mental illness or homelessness.
Criminal Justice Reform
We work to transform Oklahoma's justice system by advocating for alternatives to incarceration for individuals with mental health conditions. Our programs focus on reducing over-incarceration of vulnerable populations while connecting individuals with appropriate mental health treatment and housing support services to break cycles of recidivism and promote community reintegration.
People
Carrie Blumert
Chief Executive Officer
Carrie Blumert leads MHAOK with a focus on expanding mental health treatment access and affordable housing. A former Oklahoma County Commissioner, she brings public policy expertise and community engagement experience to drive systemic change in mental health and housing systems across Oklahoma.
Mark A. Davis
Chief Program Officer
Mark Davis oversees MHAOK's mental health and housing programs with over three decades of experience in social work. He specializes in developing evidence-based recovery initiatives and cost-effective housing solutions that promote long-term stability for individuals with serious mental illness.
John Manning
Chief Operating Officer
John Manning ensures MHAOK's operational efficiency and fiscal stability while managing the organization's housing portfolio. His corporate leadership background and CPA certification strengthen our capacity to deliver safe, affordable housing solutions across Oklahoma.
Jimmy Farmer
Chief Housing Officer
Jimmy Farmer directs MHAOK's housing initiatives with 20+ years of public housing leadership experience. His expertise in asset management and HUD compliance strengthens our ability to provide stable housing solutions while advancing community development goals.
Questions
What mental health services does MHAOK provide?
We offer mental health resources including our 24/7 Mental Health Assistance Center, peer support groups, counseling referrals, and suicide prevention training programs for individuals and organizations across Oklahoma.
How does MHAOK help with housing instability?
Our Housing First model prioritizes permanent housing placement combined with supportive services. We offer permanent supportive housing, transitional living programs, and market-rate apartments with case management to ensure long-term housing stability.
What employment support programs are available?
We provide job readiness training and transitional employment through initiatives like A Better Way, which connects participants with case management services while beautifying public spaces in Tulsa and Norman.
How does MHAOK address homelessness?
Our street outreach teams engage chronically homeless individuals in Tulsa and Oklahoma City, connecting them with housing, healthcare, and mental health services while collaborating with law enforcement to reduce criminalization of homelessness.
What criminal justice reform initiatives do you offer?
We advocate for systemic changes to reduce incarceration of individuals with mental illness, promoting alternative justice solutions that connect people with treatment and housing support services.
How can I get involved with MHAOK?
You can participate in advocacy efforts, attend our Zarrow Mental Health Symposium, support our Carnivale fundraiser, or join our mailing list to stay informed about mental health and housing initiatives across Oklahoma.
