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Mental Health and Heart Health

For Heart Month each February, we shine a spotlight on ways to maintain heart health. One of the ways we can take care of our hearts is to take care of our mental health. Heart disease is the leading cause

Stef McDonald February 2, 2023February 2, 2023 Blog, Resources No Comments Read more

Back to School Guide: Tips and Resources

Each new school year brings new challenges — and opportunities to educate and empower students to care for their mental health. We are proud to provide free youth programs and to offer support for families and educators. For Middle and

Webmaster August 12, 2022August 25, 2022 Resources No Comments Read more

988 Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Crisis Line Launched

988 Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Crisis Line Launched

988, the new three-digit number for mental health and suicidal crises, will be available nationwide by July 16, 2022. Once it goes live, 988 will connect people to trained crisis counselors that can provide de-escalation and mental health intervention services

Webmaster June 29, 2022August 18, 2022 Blog, Resources No Comments Read more

Pride Month 2022: Mental Health and LBGTQI Communities

Every June, we celebrate pride month and provide information on mental health and our LGBTQI communities. The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersexed (LGBTQI*) community represents a diverse range of identities and expressions of gender and sexual orientation. In

Webmaster June 15, 2022September 2, 2022 Resources No Comments Read more

Black History Month 2022

This year’s theme for Black History Month is “Black Health and Wellness.” From the Association for the Study of African American Life and History: “At this point in the 21st century, our understanding of Black health and wellness is broader

Stef McDonald February 1, 2022May 5, 2022 Resources Read more

Family Guide: How to Handle the Holidays When a Loved One Lives with a Mental Health Condition

Family Guide: How to Handle the Holidays When a Loved One Lives with a Mental Health Condition

By Sharon Dunas Holidays tend to be especially stressful for people living with mental health conditions and their families. Below are some expectations and tips on how to reduce stress. How Holidays Can Be Challenging for Those Living with Mental

Webmaster November 1, 2021May 5, 2022 Blog, Resources, Tips Read more

Suicide Prevention Month 2021

Suicide Prevention Month 2021

Suicide is a public health crisis. Consider these facts: 75% of all people who die by suicide are male. Although more women than men attempt suicide, men are nearly 4x more likely to die by suicide. Suicide is the second leading cause

Stef McDonald September 3, 2021May 5, 2022 Blog, Resources Read more

Words Matter: Say This (and Not This) About Mental Health

Words Matter: Say This (and Not This) About Mental Health

Words matter. Language we use in our verbal and written communications can be supportive or hurtful to those impacted by mental health conditions. A few simple changes to the way we communicate can support those living with mental health conditions

Stef McDonald August 3, 2021May 5, 2022 Blog, Resources, Tips Read more

Back to School: Supporting Youth Mental Health

Back to School: Supporting Youth Mental Health

How can we work together to support the needs of youth as they transition back to the classroom? Here are some ways to help support student mental health. Request an Ending the Silence presentation at your school. Ending the Silence

Stef McDonald August 23, 2021May 5, 2022 Blog, Education, Ending the Silence, Families, Resources, Tips Read more

New: Support Group in Spanish/Grupo de Apoyo los Martes

Grupo de Apoyo los Martes (Tuesday Spanish Support Group) Cada primer y tercer noche de Martes del mes vía Zoom Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month using the online video-conferencing service Zoom 7 pm to 8:30 pm Click

Stef McDonald July 26, 2021May 5, 2022 Announcements, Resources Read more
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