New Report Highlights the Growing Impact of MASStrong Across Massachusetts

May 21, 2026

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What happens when organizations invest in peer support, workforce wellbeing, and emotional resilience? Our newest MASStrong Implementation Partner Impact Report offers an inside look at the answer.

The January–March 2026 report showcases how healthcare, behavioral health, recovery, and community organizations across Massachusetts are using MASStrong to strengthen staff support systems, expand GPS support groups, and build sustainable peer support infrastructure. With 10 new implementation partners onboarded in just one quarter and growing participation in GPS facilitator trainings, the momentum continues to build.

The report highlights:

  • 100% partner satisfaction among reporting organizations
  • Increased staff mental health awareness and workforce support
  • Expansion of GPS-style support groups across diverse communities
  • Growing demand for advanced trainings and implementation support
  • Real stories of impact from hospitals, nonprofits, recovery organizations, and faith-based communities

From supporting healthcare workers and social workers to immigrant communities, grieving families, and youth, MASStrong is helping organizations create spaces where people feel less alone in what they carry.

Read the full report to see how MASStrong is building stronger systems of care across Massachusetts.

Infographic showing GPS program impact statistics percentages

Bring MASStrong to Your Workplace

GPS’s MASStrong program offers free GPS training, support groups, curriculums, and toolkits for Massachusetts medical, behavioral health, and community care workers and organizations. Eligible organizations can also apply for GPS partnership support and grants up to $10,000. 

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