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March 18th, 2025
MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' OFFICE
-1854" 411 N 5Tx ST,BLDG 1, SHELTON, WA 98584
TO: KMAS, KRXY, SHELTON-MASON COUNTY JOURNAL, THE OLYMPIAN,
SHELTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE,NORTH MASON CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE, CITY OF SHELTON, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL, THE SUN
RE: United We Care and Mason County Public Health Join Forces to Redefine Mental
Health Access in Rural Washington
Bringing Innovative,Affordable, and AI-Driven Mental Health Support to the Community
Mason County,WA—United We Care,a leading AI-powered mental health platform,has
partnered with Mason County Public Health&Human Services to improve mental health
support for residents in Mason County and surrounding areas. This collaboration will bring
accessible,affordable,and confidential mental health resources to communities facing
barriers such as provider shortages,high costs,and stigma.
"At United We Care, we are committed to making mental health support more accessible and
equitable by leveraging technology-driven solutions that empower individuals and support local
healthcare systems,"said Ritu Mehrotra, CEO&Founder. "Our partnership with Mason County
Public Health&Human Services reflects a shared mission to provide reliable,stigma free, and
continuous mental health resources to those who need them most."
Through this collaboration,United We Care will work with Mason County Public Health&
Human Services to integrate AI-powered mental health tools into the community. Stella,plays
a key role in expanding access by offering 24/7 psychological first aid,self-assessments,
emotional guidance,and expert referrals.Designed to complement existing mental health
services, Stella provides a confidential and easily accessible support system for individuals
while also serving as a valuable resource for clinicians.
This partnership marks a significant step in improving mental healthcare accessibility in
Mason County, combining local expertise with cutting-edge technology to ensure residents
receive timely and effective support.
For more information,visit www.unitedwecare.com
BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Sharon Trask, Pat Tarzwell, Ran y Neathe in,
Chair Commissioner Commissioner