Scope and Content: Pursuant to MGLA c 19, the Dept. of Mental Health fulfills its responsibilities toward mentally ill persons in Massachusetts through a comprehensive program of services and facilities.  (It exercised a similar function for the mentally retarded until 1986, when a separate Dept. of Mental Retardation was established.)  As delegated by the commissioner of mental health (MGLA c 19, s 3), the deputy commissioner has participated in meetings of various mental health advisory councils, creating this series.
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