Legislation and Advocacy

Everyone in the community has a role to play in legislation and advocacy efforts. In this section you can find the seclusion and restraint advocacy toolkit, contact information for elected officials, and information about other current legislation.

Pat Risser - Life Long Advocate (1952-2016)

This page has been established to honor the life and legacy of Pat Risser, a pioneer of the psychiatric disability movement and a passionate advocate for human rights and social justice.  Please click on the titles below...

Current Legislation

Find information about current legislation here.

Seclusion and Restraint

This policy advocacy toolkit summarizes the issue of seclusion and restraint and provides recommendations for advocacy in regards to this policy.

Elected Officials

This page provides contact information for our local and state elected leaders. We invite you to communicate with them directly about the important issues that affect mental health care in Ashland, Ohio. COUNTYComm...