Serving Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs & Pine Counties, & the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
NAMI Minnesota Offers A Free, High-Quality Mental Health And Wellness Education Program For All People In Minnesota, Hearts+Minds NAMI Minnesota is launching a new initiative. Hearts+Minds is a free wellness program designed to educate and empower individuals to manage their mental and physical health. It was developed by NAMI National, the nation’s largest grassroots mental […]
Sharing a couple of good mental health resources to have on hand. One is our local East Central Minnesota Region 7E Resource Pocket Guide. Easy to print, fold and keep at home, in your pocket, wallet or bag for reference. Also included is Minnesota NAMI’s Crisis Resource Handout with Crisis and Warm Lines and includes […]
Is it stress or anxiety? Stress • Generally is a response to an external cause, such as taking a big test or arguing with a friend. • Goes away once the situation is resolved. • Can be positive or negative. For example, it may inspire you to meet a deadline, or it may cause you […]
Holiday blues can affect anyone! 55% of all people will experience feelings of anxiety or depression during the holiday season; 75% of Gen Zers, 64% of Millennials, 50% of Gen Xers, 39% of Baby Boomers.* If you already live with a mental health condition or disorder it’s time to take extra care to tend to […]
YOUR OPINION IS VALUABLE! The Adult Mental Health Initiative serving Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs & Pine Counties, and the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe is partnering with Wilder Foundation to conduct a regional mental health needs assessment to help improve our regional mental health resources. Individuals/consumers completing the survey must live or work in […]
Stroke care access improved across state Minnesota has seen a significant increase in access to stroke care, and 92% of Minnesotans now live within a 30-minute drive of a designated Stroke System Hospital. Stroke is the sixth leading cause of death and one of the leading causes of disability in Minnesota, and outcomes improve for […]
Suicidal thoughts or actions are a sign of extreme distress and should not be ignored. If these warning signs apply to you or someone you know, get help as soon as possible, particularly if the behavior is new or has increased recently. Here are five steps you can take to #BeThe1To help someone in emotional […]
On top of academic and social stress, the uncertainty and fears the past couple of years have brought, many of us are dealing with more anxiety than before. Angst helps break this down, explaining what’s going on, and what we can do about it to help both ourselves and others. The film is not only […]
My Mental Health: Do I Need Help? Do you need help with your mental health? If you don’t know where to start, this infographic may help guide you. https://go.usa.gov/xGfxz #shareNIMH Click on this link for Mental Health Resources in East Central Minnesota Click on this link for Crisis Help in East Central Minnesota
Click on this link for Mental Health Resources in East Central Minnesota Click on this link for Crisis Help in East Central Minnesota
Your mental health matters. Mental health is just as important as physical health. Good mental health helps you cope with stress and can improve your quality of life. Get tips and resources from NIMH to help take care of your mental health. https://go.usa.gov/xH5QU #shareNIMH Click on this link for Mental Health Resources in East Central Minnesota Click […]
Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can help save lives. Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about suicide. For more information, visit https://go.usa.gov/xVCyZ #shareNIMH The behaviors listed below may be some of the signs […]
Lakes & Pines CAC Inc. is proud to offer a new respite care program for Caregivers at: Braham Event Center 655 8th St SW, Braham, MN 1:00pm – 4:00pm Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month beginning August 11, 2022 WHO: Caregivers of a spouse, family member, neighbor, or a friend who require companion […]
Trauma is the invisible force that shapes our lives. It shapes the way we live, the way we love and the way we make sense of the world. It is the root of our deepest wounds. Dr. Maté gives us a new vision: a trauma-informed society in which parents, teachers, physicians, policy-makers and legal personnel […]
988 in Minnesota What you Need to Know On July 16, 2022, the U.S. will transition to using the 988-dialing code to reach suicide and crisis support, replacing the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (the Lifeline). The 988 dialing code is the first step toward strengthening and transforming crisis care in this country. It serves […]
Women need other women in their lives who think they are a big deal. No competition, no back-handed comments, no jealousy, no hate, just ”I love you, I support you, and there is no one on earth like you” kinda energy. 💕
Fighting for Accessible Mental Health Services For many of the nearly one in five Americans living with mental illness, getting treatment isn’t as simple as just asking for help. In fact, nearly half of those in need go without mental health services. In order to close this treatment gap, we are introducing the Securing Facilities […]
Upcoming events from Make It Okay If you’re interested in learning more about mental illness stigma, how you can help to reduce it, discover what to say and what not to say and how to find resources for care and support, please join Make It Okay for one of their free upcoming virtual presentations or […]
Anyone can experience mental health problems. Friends and family can make all the difference in a person’s recovery process. Supporting a Friend or Family Member with Mental Health Problems You can help your friend or family member by recognizing the signs of mental health problems and connecting them to professional help. Talking to friends and […]