Posts Tagged ‘mental health’
Events in Afghanistan can trigger complicated emotions for military, Veterans, families
Statement from the Rhode Island Office of Veterans Services regarding supports and services available to veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families Throughout the history of our country, Rhode Islanders have been called to defend the principles upon which our great nation was founded. They have done so honorably and bravely, most recently ensuring the…
Read MoreMay is Mental Health Month – a workshop for community leaders…
Bridging the Divide to Emotional Wellness: Building and Sustaining a Community-Based Support Program is a workshop/webinar for community health workers, community organizers, neighborhood and faith leaders. It will be held, virtually, on: Monday, May 17th, 20211:00 pm – 3:00 pm Do you work or volunteer on the front-lines in your community? Join the Mental Health…
Read MoreGriefSpeak: The Midnight Cry – Dr. Mari Dias
By: Dr. Mari Dias Krista was five years old when her father first put the needle in her arm. He wanted her to experience how heroin made one feel. Dad also took Krista along on his drug deals and shortly thereafter began to offer her in trade for a hit. Fast forward 25 years. Krista…
Read MoreBehavioral Health Resource Guide from MHA-RI
The Mental Health Association of Rhode Island is pleased to announce the release of our free Behavioral Health Resource Guide. It includes 24/7 hotlines, local support groups and free and sliding scale mental health services for those who are uninsured. The Guide is available in E-Book and printable formats in English and Spanish. Click on…
Read MoreTools for putting 2020’s Stress & Anxiety behind you
Mental Health: Tools for Putting 2020’s Stress & Anxiety Behind You Photo: Courtesy, Harvard University The Miriam Hospital Women’s Association Community Speaker Series addresses mental health in the New Year with two experts from The Miriam Hospital. The ZOOM event will be held on Wednesday, January 13th at 7pm. The first 2021 event of The…
Read MoreTools for the caregiver…
Mental Health America (MHA) is proud to recognize November as National Family Caregivers Month – a time to celebrate the contributions of caregivers, provide them with tools that they need, and continue to advocate for individuals with mental illness. There are over 53 million Americans who are unpaid caregivers to family, friends, and neighbors. Twenty-seven…
Read MoreRI Parity releases White Paper on Mental Health
MHARI’s RI Parity Initiative spoke directly with Rhode Islanders about their experiences accessing mental health treatment and services through insurance. The recently released report focuses on diverse consumer experiences. Goals The priority for the round of focus groups in this paper is to address limitations in the Report, specifically the inclusion of consumers with a…
Read MoreEmpowering Veterans and Ending a National Tragedy of Suicide
A National Call to Action to ensure that Veterans are cared for and supported — not just at a point of crisis, but throughout their lives, and facing and responding to the mental health challenges that affect them and those they love — by addressing suicide prevention for the broader community was launched yesterday as…
Read MoreCVS Health commits to flattening the 2nd curve of the COVID-19 pandemic – mental health
CVS to increase access to critical mental health services for front-line workers impacted by COVID-19 with over $1 million in charitable support CVS Health today announced its commitment to flattening the “second curve,” the less visible but escalating mental health crisis resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. To help address America’s expanding mental and emotional wellbeing…
Read MoreSupport for you at this unprecedented time…
People are struggling with their mental health in isolation – which is a breeding ground for psychological issues when the mind is not distracted. It’s a very scary time. I’ve seen an increase in panic attacks, generalized anxiety and depression, along with an exponential increase in depression.” I am also hearing from those overwhelmed with…
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