Serving Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs & Pine Counties, & the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
News & Events from the East Central Adult Mental Health Initiative
Sharing from ABC News FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel said the move will “save more lives.” ByKelly Livingston October 17, 2024, 1:55 PM 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline adds ASL services FCC approves georouting for 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, clearing the way for more localized care Since the Lifeline launched under its new three-digit number […]
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 […]
Preventable deaths by suicide declined in 2023 SUICIDE IS PREVENTABLE, RECOVERY IS POSSIBLE AND PEOPLE CAN SEEK HELP BY CALLING OR TEXTING 988 In 2023, 815 Minnesotans died from suicide, down from the historically high number of 860 in 2022, according to preliminary data. The suicide rate fell from 14.8 per 100,000 in 2022 to […]
I’m So Stressed Out! Feeling overwhelmed? Learn whether it’s stress or anxiety, and what you can do to cope. Is it stress or anxiety? Life can be stressful—you may feel stressed about performance at school, traumatic events (such as a pandemic, a natural disaster, or an act of violence), or a life change. Everyone feels […]
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 […]
Upcoming event offered by LeVande- Walker Methodist in Cambridge. The Importance of Social Connections Presented by Karla Patrick, RN, BSN and Hello4Health By Allina Health THURSDAY, JUNE 6 | 11 A.M. – 12 P.M. Walker Methodist Levande Senior Living 2011 6th Lane SE, Cambridge, MN 55008 RSVPs Appreciated: 763.325.0100 Everyone knows that being physically active […]
MN Warmline is now offering texting options in a variety of languages! Spanish – Hmong – Vietnamese – Somali – Simplified Chinese No insurance needed, any adult living in Minnesota can use this no cost peer support service. text 844-739-6369 Every day 9pm-1am Voice answering services also available with translation services everyday 5pm-9am. mnwitw.org Print […]
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 […]
#MomLife can be joyful but also overwhelming. If you are not feeling like yourself, it’s okay to seek help. 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/maternal-mental-health/ #MHAM2024 #MentalHealthMatters
First, determine how much your symptoms interfere with your daily life. Do I have mild symptoms that have lasted for less than 2 weeks? Feeling a little down Feeling down, but still able to do job, schoolwork, or housework Some trouble sleeping Feeling down, but still able to take care of yourself or take care […]
The PICK’M Up Suicide Prevention Coalition is open to the public and always looking for more members to join. The meeting is the third Tuesday of every month from 10:30-12pm and occurs virtually. The Teams meeting information is below. Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to […]
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Need help with a Mental Health Emergency? CALL 988. If you are in an immediate life-threatening situation, go to the nearest hospital emergency room or call 911.* East Central Crisis Services provides mobile or phone local assistance to Chisago County, Isanti County, Kanabec County, Pine County, Mille Lacs County, and Mille Lacs Band Of Objiwe […]
Wondering about mental health? In general, a person may need professional help if experiencing: “marked changes in personality, eating or sleeping patterns. An inability to cope with problems or daily activities. Feeling of disconnection or withdrawal from normal activities.” according to Mayo Clinic. Learn about common conditions, learning events, warm lines, and local resources that […]
Large or small, accomplishing any kind of goal can sometimes feel overwhelming as we try to reach it. Remember, making progress one step at a time can make all the difference in the world. It breaks down your goal into smaller pieces that you can handle better with less chance of frustration. Even if […]
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 […]
Minnesota Department of Health has shared new resource pages regarding cautions for your health and also for the prevention of unintended poisoning. Cannabis and Your Health Prevention Unintentional Poisoning From Cannabis Products New resources are available from Public Health Law Center that are specific to MN and the Cannabis Landscape. Public Health Law Center MN […]