Serving Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs & Pine Counties, & the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
To “be the light” in someone’s dark moment means to offer support, understanding, and a sense of hope during a difficult time. This can involve providing comfort, encouragement, or simply being a good listener. It’s about transforming a challenging situation with kindness and positive energy. Here’s a more detailed explanation: Offer support: Be present for […]
Find mental health support in tough times When your mental health is off, it is important to find the help that is right for you. Where you go for help will depend on what is happening within your life. Often the best place to start is to talk with those that you already have connections […]
Mental health is a vital part of overall well-being, and understanding common conditions can be the first step toward finding support and improving quality of life. This resource offers information on a range of mental health issues that people frequently seek help for, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), […]
Men need to know it’s okay to be men. Men need to know it’s okay to be male. Men need to know it’s okay to not be okay. It’s okay to ask for help, to talk about feelings, to break down, to go to therapy, to be vulnerable, to need support, to cry. It’s okay. […]
Date and Time: Friday, April 4, 9am – 5pm Saturday, April 5, 8am – 4pm * Participants must attend both days* Location: Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington (by Mall of America) 7800 Bloomington Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55425 Contact: Cara Fox, AFSP MN Loss and Healing Chair, cara.fox@afspmn.org Before You Begin: Who Should Attend? Mental health […]
What is Mental Health First Aid and what does it Teach? MHFA is skills-based training that teaches both professionals and community members alike – how to identify, understand, and respond to signs and symptoms of a mental health or substance use challenge. Similar to physical First Aid and CPR, MHFA helps you assist someone experiencing […]
The Hopeful Science Behind Positive Experiences Across the Lifespan WEBINAR January 28, 9:30-11:00am Registration: free! Presented by Carla Ritz, Managing Director , Montana Institute One of the most exciting applications of the Science of the Positive is in the developing body of scientific research around positive experiences as a counterbalance to the harmful physical, mental, […]
Tuesday February 11, 2025 | 10 – 11:30 am Facilitation Skills – Shifting from Routine to Engaging Presented by: Jason Anderson Whether you are delivering training, leading a meeting, or providing an update to a board – building facilitation skills is an area that can have profound results. Increased competency in this area allows your […]
NAMI MN is hosting a FREE virtual conference on Saturday, February 8, 2025. THERE ARE ONLY A FEW TICKETS LEFT, so register soon if you plan to attend. Super Saturday Educational Conference for Parents and Caregivers of Children with Mental Illness Theme: Family Roadtrip to Mental Health This year, NAMI Minnesota is holding a virtual […]
A lot of great information, training, and resources from the Regional Prevention Coordinator. Please feel free to share this information with anyone who may be interested. Trainings/Webinars Strength in Connection: Fostering Belonging for Youth and Communities – Tuesday, October 1, 10:00a – 11:30a. FREE. Virtual. If you are unable to attend ‘live’ and would like […]
https://www.preventsuicidemn.org/ is a new website organized by the Minnesota Department of Health. It has trainings, resources, and other great information about suicide prevention. Please take a look. Together, we can prevent suicide. Suicide is a complex problem, but by working together, we can save lives. The Minnesota Suicide Prevention Trainer Network, along with partners and […]
Greetings, In Minnesota, suicide is the second leading cause of death for 10-34-year-olds and the eighth leading cause of death, overall. With the vision of reducing suicides to zero within Region 7E, the PICK’M Up Coalition was formed. The PICK’M Up Coalition is open to anyone in Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, or Mille Lacs counties […]
Here’s a great resource tool designed & sponsored by the East Central Innovation Team, 2024. Summer is a perfect time to get started with good mental health habits! Sun’s out, weather’s great, vacation time, time to chill and take care of yourself! Sunday Funday: Take a walk and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air. Look […]
Here is a great tool to help Nourish Your Mind Body, and Soul! We all know that many times it’s the simple things we do that help keep our mental well-being on track. Now that it’s summer, it’s a beautiful time to get out and get active on a sunny day or do some inside […]
How is postpartum depression different from “baby blues”? “Baby blues” is a term used to describe mild and short-lasting mood changes and feelings of worry, unhappiness, and exhaustion that many women experience in the first 2 weeks after giving birth. Babies require around-the-clock care, so it’s normal for new mothers to feel tired or overwhelmed […]
Here are a few tips found at WebMD about how friends help and how to make new ones, too. Friends Increase your sense of belonging and purpose Boost your happiness and reduce stress Improve your self-confidence and self-worth Help you cope with traumas, such as divorce, serious illness, job loss, or the death of a […]
Hope Through Early Prevention and Intervention: Share information on NIMH research efforts to identify at-risk individuals, help them improve quality of life, and prevent suicide attempts.
It can be easy to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and helpless when someone you love has depression — or when you suspect they might but don’t know how to tell for sure. From Everyday Health By Lisa Rapaport Medically Reviewed by Allison Young, MD For starters, it’s key to know the differences between feeling down in the dumps […]