Justice system advocacy in Troy, New York

Policy Research Associates, Inc. (PRA) is a nationally recognized institution located at 433 River Street, Troy, New York, United States. As a women-owned small business, PRA focuses on behavioral health and research, offering technical assistance, training, research, and policy evaluation services. Their core services aim to help individuals with behavioral health needs achieve recovery and wellness. PRA's work includes educating communities on mental health and substance use conditions, addressing housing and behavioral health needs for those experiencing homelessness, increasing access to resources like Social Security benefits and Medicaid for individuals with mental illness, and improving public safety and health outcomes for those in the justice system. They also support service members, veterans, and their families, promote recovery and resilience, and integrate trauma-informed approaches into behavioral health systems.