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Posner, Andrew
Andrew Posner learned about mental illness through his own struggles, moved himself out of a board-and-care home to live in the community, and worked at a series of jobs to pay for his own treatment. He became Executive Director of BACUP, Benefits Assistance Clients Urban Projects in 1986. This self-help group assists mental health clients to qualify for benefits, but also offers social and educational activities.