COMHAR is pleased to formally welcome Leon Cushenberry, MD, who joined COMHAR on April 20, 2026, as our new Medical Director. After an extensive search, Dr. Cushenberry was selected for his broad experience in community-based behavioral health settings, his deep...
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Earth Day 2026 This Earth Day, COMHAR staff and members partnered with North Broad Renaissance for a powerful day of service and connection across Philadelphia. Together, we planted flowers, greenery and small trees to uplift and beautify shared community spaces. Our...
The Outpatient Division marked an important milestone last week as staff from Enhanced Outpatient Services, Latino Treatment Program (LTP), CIRCs, and Specialized Services came together for the first time in a single division-wide meeting. The gathering represented a...
Family Highlight I wanted to highlight a family with whom I have been working at COMHAR. Bianca Santiago is a strong advocate for her children, Loyalty (left) and Akasha (right). One of the wonderful activities Bianca does with her children is decorate their home...
✨ Celebrating Success & Opportunity in Action ✨ Yesterday, we had the incredible opportunity to spotlight COMHAR’s Employment Program on Channel 3! Emmy Award–winning health reporter Stephanie Stahl visited Brown’s ShopRite to share the inspiring story of...
COMHAR is thrilled to share some incredible news! COMHAR has been named Best Mental Health Clinic in North Philadelphia for 2025! This honor is especially meaningful because it is based on feedback from the people who matter most—our members. Their voices affirm the...
I had the privilege of attending a truly inspiring event on the Wildwood, NJ boardwalk that honored individuals from COMHAR living with behavioral health challenges and promoted mental wellness. The atmosphere was filled with warmth, acceptance, and solidarity—a...
COMHAR and NAMI Join Forces to Feed 150 Families in Need On November 18thCOMHAR partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to host a vital food distribution event aimed at supporting Philadelphia’s most vulnerable residents. Together, we provided...
Welcome to Volume 13 of PEOPLE FIRST, COMHAR's Agency Newsletter. In this edition, read about COMHAR's new CEO, Trapeta B. Mayson, and COMHAR's 50th Anniversary, and the team members who have been recognized for their tenure and their accomplishments!