The Starr Coalition

The STARR Coalition was formed to create positive change by increasing communication, partnerships and goodwill among stakeholders in the areas of treatment, advocacy, and research with emphasis on consumers and patients mental health recovery. There is a gap in the system of care. As a part of the holistic treatment approach, we understand research must continue to evolve to meet the needs of the patients. All individuals seeking assistance must know they have the ability and right to participate in clinical trials in the hopes of clearing the path for new opportunities in research. Patients also need the support of advocacy groups both locally and nationaly to ensure accountability in their treatment as well as assist in understanding guidelines and rights of individuals in trials and treatment. The STARR Coalition recognizes many golden threads in this union between stakeholders. All parties share the goal of ensuring individuals find a personal level of recovery from their symptoms. Positive