Serving Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs & Pine Counties, & the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
News & Events from the East Central Adult Mental Health Initiative
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 […]
Life is a journey, not a race. If you feel like quitting, stop, take a deep breath, maybe take a break, and get ready to go back at it. Here are some good habits to help you stay on track.* Get regular exercise. Just 30 minutes of walking every day can help boost your mood […]
It can be helpful to take mini breaks throughout the day. This can help manage general stress and potentially even increase productivity. Just take a few minutes to detach from the pressures of work or school and your expectations throughout the day. Here are some tips to help you get started with self-care: ✅Eat a […]
Look around you. Find: 5 things you can see. 4 things you can touch. 3 things you can hear. 2 things you can smell. 1 thing you can taste. This is called grounding. Grounding can be helpful in changing your thought pattern whenever you feel anxious. Grounding may help with many mental health issues to […]
Lunch and Learn Recovery is Possible Presented by: Ashley Wright, CPRS, CPS, FPRS Bert Brandt August 23, 2023 at 12 PM Join via ZOOM ID 972 6705 7213 No Registration Required Come join two Certified Peer Specialists, Bert Brandt, and Ashley Wright, as they share how they each got involved with Wellness in the Woods […]
5 simple ways for calming and refocusing when anxious or negative thoughts surge through your mind. Anxiety and anxiety disorder is the most common mental health issue affecting 40 million adults in the US. About half of adults with depression also have anxiety issues. Anxiety and anxiety disorders come in many forms and can be […]
What Have the Last 10 Years Taught Us? Tuesday, August 8, 2023 11am – 12pm Session Description: The potency of the marijuana available in the public market has increased to record high levels. With this increased potency, there comes increased risks to public health as well as public safety concerns. It’s now been 10 years […]
You’ve done enough watering. It’s time that you be the garden for once. Take care of your Mental Health. Here are some tips to help you get started with self-care:* Get regular exercise. Just 30 minutes of walking every day can help boost your mood and improve your health. Eat healthy, regular meals and stay […]
Learn about the advancements made in understanding and improving outcomes for PTSD, depression, and suicidal thoughts and behaviors in women. The National Institute for Mental Health spotlights advances in PTSD & Trauma and how it changes over a women’s lifetime. A recent study also examines maternal health and how depression changes over the course of […]
Everyday is mental health day! Learn about common mental health conditions and resources for you, friends, and loved ones. You will find Crisis Help, warm lines, therapists, support groups and much more. Fast Facts from NAMI 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness […]
May 01, 2023 by Margot Harris NAMI Blog When I was 10 years old, my homeroom teacher distributed photocopied handouts about depression. I scanned the faded bullet points: Feelings of sadness and hopelessness, loss of interest in usual hobbies and activities, lack of energy, sleep disturbances, reduced appetite, difficulty concentrating, agitation, etc. The handout said […]
“At every moment, we always have a choice, even if it feels as if we don’t. Sometimes that choice may simply be to think a more positive thought.” Tina Turner Tina Turner rose up from poverty, adversity, and fought to keep herself. She survived an abusive marital relationship, attempted suicide, PTSD, and a divorce that […]
The Region 7E Adult Mental Health Initiative (AMHI) contracted with Wilder Research to conduct a post-COVID mental health needs assessment of the counties in their region, which includes the counties of Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, and Pine. This assessment was conducted via an online survey sent from county staff to mental health consumers and […]
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.
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 […]