State recognizes Capital Region Mental Health Commissioner
ALBANY, N.Y. â New York State is honoring Katherine G. Alonge-Coons, the Rensselaer County Mental Health Commissioner, with the 2021 âWhatâs Great in our Stateâ Lifetime Achievement Award. The Lifetime Achievement award is given annually to recognize professionals and volunteers who have shown a lifetime commitment to strengthening the mental health of children, youth, and families. It includes those who have worked in the development, administration, or delivery of mental health services. Alonge-Coons is being recognized for her career-long dedication to direct care, advo...