Serving Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs & Pine Counties, & the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
News & Events from the East Central Adult Mental Health Initiative
Residential Women – Immediate Availability – Single rooms available, including rooms for women with children up to age 5 (availability changes quickly). Outpatient SUD – Immediate Availability – Telehealth and in-person options, mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Lodging – Immediate Availability – Stable housing available while in treatment. Mental Health – Immediate Availability – Community-based and tele-health […]
Kanabec County Community Health will be hosting our second annual senior wellness fair on Tuesday, May 12, 10:00a – 1:00p at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Mora. We’ve chosen a little different structure this year and with that a new name – Thriving Expo. Our goal is to connect with those in the community that need […]
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST) From NAMI Minnesota Thursday June 11 & Friday June 12 from 8:30 am to 5 pm Rochester Area Foundation 12 Elton Hills Drive Northwest Rochester, MN 55901 Learn to provide suicide first aid. ASIST is a best practice in suicide prevention where participants learn to intervene and help prevent the […]
Sharing an opportunity that may be valuable for several of the senior care providers and community‑based organizations across our region. AscendRural is launching a Senior Care Accelerator pilot designed to support rural organizations in strengthening care delivery, operational efficiency, and community connection through the implementation of technology tools and supportive implementation, monitoring and sustainability planning. […]
Hello! Reminder: Exhibitor booth applications are due in 2 weeks! 😊 Registration for the 2026 Minnesota Suicide Prevention Conference is open! The conference will take place May 6-8 at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. The Call for Exhibitors (deadline Apr 3) is attached. Registration & conference details can be found here: Minnesota Suicide Prevention Conference […]
Serenity Circle Counseling NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! We’ve welcomed new providers to our team. Now accepting referrals. We are currently seeking referrals. Help your clients access the care they deserve. Call or refer today. Immediate Openings Morning, Day, & Afternoon Times Available In person in Isanti or Telehealth options Call today to get started! Serenity […]
Evidence-Based Parenting Program For providers and referral sources A free, 15-session prevention-focused parenting program for your clients with co-occurring mental health needs Plum Behavioral Health Christine Butler, LPCC • plumbhs.org NO COST TO PARTICIPANTS -EVIDENCE BASED Service Area: Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs & Pine Counties DBT Emotion regulation and distress tolerance adapted for parenting […]
Clear is Kind: Promoting Workplace Wellness Thursday, April 9, 2026 9:00–10:30 am Join us for an updated virtual session on the next evolution of clear communication in the workplace. In fast-moving environments where roles shift and demands are high, unclear expectations, unspoken tension, and overwhelm can quietly drive anxiety and reduce productivity. This training explores […]
In a renewed effort to engage as many Minnesotans in our advocacy work as possible in 2026, this year the Mental Health Legislative Network is hosting “Mental Health Advocacy Week” at the Capitol!! WHEN: Monday, March 23 to Thursday, March 26, 2026, concluding with a rally at the State Capitol on March 26 WHERE: Minnesota […]
Join us for the 25th Annual TSA Health & Wellness Conference Conference Date: Friday, May 1, 2026 Conference Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Location: Fairview Community Health and Wellness Hub 45 West 10th St., St. Paul, MN (Doors open at 8:00 a.m. – light continental breakfast beginning at 8:00 a.m.) Light continental breakfast, executive […]
Women’s Recovery Services seeks qualified responders to provide SUD services to pregnant and parenting women The Minnesota Department of Human Services, through its Behavioral Health Administration, has issued a request for proposals (RFP) seeking qualified responders to provide substance use disorders (SUD) services to pregnant and parenting women (PPW) and their dependent children. Funded agencies will […]
EAST CENTRAL SUICIDE PREVENTION BUILDING HOPE, CONNECTION, AND RESILIENCE Suicide Prevention Coordination Suicide Prevention Regional Coordinators partner with individuals, organizations, and communities to support caring, community-led efforts that promote connection, hope, and prevention. Healing Happens In Communities ♦ Listen without judgement ♦ Use respectful language ♦ Check in on others ♦ Learn warning signs ♦ […]
Minnesota Suicide Prevention Conference Don’t miss the first annual conference – register now! The inaugural Minnesota Suicide Prevention Conference will bring together suicide prevention professionals, coalition leaders, public health staff, government staff, mental health professionals, and community leaders for two days of learning, networking and skill-building to enhance suicide prevention efforts across the state. The […]
Greetings! The Region 7E Adult Mental Health Initiative (AMHI) Governing Board has identified available funding for the calendar year 2026. AMHI funding supports services or projects that address gaps in the adult mental health continuum or reduce barriers to serving adults with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) in Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, and […]
Small Restarts Late winter and early spring can feel like an in-between season. It’s still cold and dark, but there are hints of longer days and more sun. Try using this time to practice small restarts. These should be simple and easy. Try picking a gentle habit you’ve enjoyed that helps you feel grounded, like […]
Certified Peer Specialist Training Information Session March 5, 2026, 11:00am – 1:00pm If you live in Minnesota and are interested in learning more about an upcoming Certified Peer Specialist Training, join us for an information meeting. What to Expect: Understand Certified Peer Specialist Training Learn about the accommodations available to attend the two weeks of training sessions […]
NAMI will be coming to the North Branch Drop-in Center and presenting: In Our Own Voice Wednesday, March 18th at 11 am Chisago Drop-in Center 6500 Main Street, North Branch MN 55056 This has been a topic of conversation at the Local Advisory Council, following discussion on personal experiences within our community. This particular presentation […]
Minnesota State Suicide Prevention Plan Focus Groups and Regional Listening Sessions Please join us at one of these opportunities to help shape the next state suicide prevention plan! Minnesota State Suicide Prevention Plan Focus Groups The Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Unit at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), in collaboration with the Minnesota Suicide […]
UpcomingWellness Recovery Action Plan® seminars Whether you’re building your own WRAP® or deepening your facilitation skills, we’d love to have you join us. WRAP® Seminar I Building Your Wellness Recovery Action Plan® May 26 & 27, 2026 | 9:30am-4:00pm (each day) $100 | Virtual Register at: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/wrap-seminar-i WRAP® Seminar II Advanced Facilitator Training August 12-14, […]
Mental Health Drop-in Center St. Patrick’s Day Bingo March 19th 2026 @ 10:30 AM Common Ground Church COME WEARING YOUR BEST GREEN OUTFIT PAINTING CRAFTS WILL BE AVAILABLE Flyer attached below: St Patty Day Bingo Flyer.pdf