FMHI 35th Anniversary

June 2009: Dean, Junius Gonzales, M.D., M.B.A.

The Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute (FMHI) celebrates its 35th anniversary this year! This will present exciting opportunities to showcase past, present and future contributions to improving the lives of people with mental disorders, substance use conditions, and developmental disabilities. FMHI's anniversary year falls soon after the death of its namesake - Louis de la Parte - but his family, especially his wife Helen and son David, continues to be devoted to the Institute. Again, as FMHI continues to be a leader in its research, education and knowledge dissemination activities, its success is attributed to the people who contribute through their passionate and committed work here and the many partners through Florida and beyond. So, my congratulations and thanks go out to all of you for making FMHI an even greater success in this year of transition and opportunity. I look forward to celebrating this 35th year with you - and as Andrew Carnegie said 'Aim for the highest', so we can go another 35 years!

The Institute's work plays so many critical roles in informing practice, education and policy decision making. The work of the Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute does indeed improve the lives of not only Floridians but all people who suffer from behavioral health conditions and their loved ones.