A new initiative from the New York Office of Mental Health aims to raise awareness of mental health issues. ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT)- New York state has launched a new initiative to help people emotionally prepare for emergencies with coping resources and public education. The New York State Office of Mental Health launched the initiative earlier Thursday. The agency said it is meant to help people prepare emotionally for emergencies by offering resources for coping. The funding will go toward increasing public awareness about stress and the importance of mental health.