ACCOGLIENZA:
LESSONS FOR AMERICA
Exploring how lessons learned from the Trieste, Italy mental health system could be transformative in the US.
Why Are You Here?
“The biggest human temptation is to settle for too little.” Thomas Merton, 1980 People I meet here in Trieste are…
It's a Family Affair
By marginalizing family connection and involvement in America, we are weakening prospects for a better life and recovery for people suffering from mental illness…
A Mental Health House Call
Eight years ago, when I first began this journey to explore why our mental health system is so dysfunctional in America, I was impacted by the heart-wrenching story shared by Pete Earley, in his book…
Let's Go For a Walk
If ever there was a walkable city, it is Trieste. Actually, most Italian cities are perfect for walking – and in fact…
Why Am I Here?
If I am honest, I must admit that I have some trepidation about what awaits me in the month ahead. I have returned to Trieste now for the fourth time since my first visit in…
The Power of Words
In 2017, I had the privilege to travel to Trieste Italy with a delegation of professionals involved in mental health services and policy in Los Angeles. I blogged about…
Meet Kerry
Welcome to my blog! I’ve stepped into a new chapter of my life. I am prepared, passionate & inspired to take action on providing accoglienza to America’s mental health system.
