With a new hotline, the efficiency of attending to mental health crisis have increased. Mental health in the United States is the “second pandemic” after COVID-19. With 988, a new … Continue reading Exciting New Service Available – 988
Back2Basics 2022
Life has been difficult, to say the least. This year, the theme of MHA’s 2022 Mental Health Month Toolkit is “Back to Basics.” After the last two years of pandemic … Continue reading Back2Basics 2022
Tools2Thrive 2021
Now, more than ever, we need to combat the stigma surrounding mental health concerns. This past year presented so many different challenges and obstacles that tested our strength and resiliency. … Continue reading Tools2Thrive 2021
Mental Health Resources 2021
Mental Health Resources during the COVID-19 Pandemic The mental health effects of COVID-19 are essential to address and in times of high anxiety and stress, it’s more important than ever … Continue reading Mental Health Resources 2021
Comprehensive Approach to Suicide Prevention
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call 911, go to the nearest emergency room, text Help to 741741, or call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to reach a 24-hour crisis … Continue reading Comprehensive Approach to Suicide Prevention
BIPOC Month
July is BIPOC Month (Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color) What is BIPOC? By including “BI” Black and Indigenous in addition to “POC” people of color, we are honoring the unique … Continue reading BIPOC Month
Tools2Thrive 2020
Mental Health has never been more important than this year. As the number of cases of COVID-19 increases, so does the associated anxiety. For the general public, the mental health … Continue reading Tools2Thrive 2020
Great Resources for navigating the COVID-19 pandemic
One of the benefits of being part of an amazing national organization is the easy access to us from trusted and sound sources. The following pages on the MHA National … Continue reading Great Resources for navigating the COVID-19 pandemic
May is Mental Health Month
Members of Mental Health America of Putnam County gather inside City Hall as Mayor Bill Dory proclaims May as Mental Health Month late Wednesday morning. Present at the proclamation signing … Continue reading May is Mental Health Month
May is Mental Health Month Marks 70 Years
#4Mind4Body Theme Highlights Importance of Work-Life Balance, Pets, Spirituality in Achieving Balanced Mental Health When you or someone you love is dealing with a mental health concern, sometimes it’s a … Continue reading May is Mental Health Month Marks 70 Years