We are excited to announce that the large Resource Guide has been completed. The booklet is posted to the below so you can download an electronic version, if you wish. Throughout the year, edited versions will be uploaded to the website so you’ll always have access to the most current information we have for the providers […]
Feeling burned out at work? Find out what you can do when your job affects your health. By Mayo Clinic Staff Job burnout is a special type of work-related stress — a state of physical or emotional exhaustion that also involves a sense of reduced accomplishment and loss of personal identity. "Burnout" isn’t a medical […]
Being outside offers an emotional boost and can help you feel less tense, stressed, angry or depressed. And sunlight can give your body vitamin D, too. By Mayo Clinic Staff The COVID-19 pandemic doesn’t have to halt all of your outdoor fun. Here are several fun outdoor activities you can still enjoy. The coronavirus disease […]
From Everyday Health Sure, you’re eating your vegetables and fruits and squeezing in exercise at least 20 minutes a day, but are you getting enough sleep, too? The National Sleep Foundation’s latest sleep recommendations, published March 2015 in the journal Sleep Health, may make you want to think twice about skimping on essential shut-eye. (1) […]
Mental Health First Aid Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) introduces the risk factors and warning signs of common mental health and substance use disorders, builds understanding of their impact, and reviews support options. The interactive course teaches participants how to offer initial help to an individual who may be experiencing a mental health concern or […]
Understand how the loss of routine can cause grief and what you can do to cope during the COVID-19 pandemic. It isn’t easy adjusting to changes brought on by the pandemic. Consider how to deal with grief caused by the loss of your normal routine. By Mayo Clinic Staff The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic […]
November 10th 1 PM – 3 PM Pine Technical and Community College Pine City, Please enter and exit on 8th Ave SW November 17th1 PM – 3 PM Askov Community Center 6369 Kobmagergade, Askov November 24th1 PM – 3 PM Hinckley Community Center 102 Dunn Ave N, Hinckley Each household will receive: 1 box of […]
NIMH Expert Dr. Mary Rooney Discusses Managing ADHD in Children and Adolescents In observance of ADHD Awareness Month, the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) hosted a livestream event on October 21, 2020. Mary Rooney, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and chief of the Child and Adolescent Psychosocial Interventions Research Program at NIMH, discussed signs, symptoms, treatments, and tips […]
The Power of Rural In recognition of National Rural Health Day, the North Pine Area Hospital District is inviting you to its first Health Care Leadership Summit. As a health care or community leader, your knowledge and perspective is very valuable. Together we are more powerful. Health care is undergoing significant change fueled by challenges […]
The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) is hosting our annual Stand Down event virtually this year with Minnesota Military & Veteran Exchange’s E2020 gathering. All the same services within one online platform. In addition to our normal services, anyone can attend to learn about Survivor Benefits, VA Wellness, Pension, and new Education benefits. Programs […]
The Region 7E AMHI Governing Board invites regional mental health providers to submit funding requests for use in 2020. Providers must complete the attached form and include a separate budget that outlines details of anticipated spending and the specific AMHI BRASS code that this spending would fit. All funds must be invoiced for by December […]
The Innovation Team of the Region 7E Adult Mental Health Initiative recently published a Pocket Resource Guide as a quick reference for providers and consumers looking for mental health help in our region. Our team is currently compiling a comprehensive resource guide to enable all service providers in the 7E region, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, […]
Social distancing is hard on kids. Understand how to help your child deal with loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic. By Mayo Clinic Staff Up until late 2019, most kids spent their days in constant interaction with friends, teachers, family and neighbors. And then the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic struck. To prevent the spread of […]
Behavioral Health E-Memo Limitations and disruptions caused by COVID-19 have made everyday tasks even more complicated. The added stress of dealing with new challenges in addition to everyday life can be difficult and sometimes overwhelming. This is true for everyone, including older adults and people who use disability supports and services. We invite you to […]
Resilience is what helps us thrive regardless of the curveballs life throws our way. Some of us are born more resilient than others, but everyone can get better at it. Here’s how. By Amit Sood, MD at Everyday Help We are all strong in different ways. Some of us keep a cool head in any […]
The ongoing pandemic, reports of police violence, and the upcoming election have created collective national stress and a fear of loss of control, according to experts. It’s not just you. Americans on both sides of the aisle are especially stressed out this election year. More than 60 percent of Republicans and nearly 80 percent of […]
When a suicide-related crisis occurs, friends and family are often caught off-guard, unprepared and unsure of what to do. The behaviors of a person experiencing a crisis can be unpredictable, changing dramatically without warning. How to Support Someone in a Crisis: mini guide attached below to print or share. September is Suicide Prevention month. See […]
Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States, and rates of suicide have been rising in each of the last 15 years. Research has shown that more than one-third of people who die by suicide had a health care encounter in the week before their death, and half within a month […]
Comments or thoughts about suicide – also known as suicidal ideation – can begin small like “I wish I wasn’t here” or “nothing matters.” But over time, they can become more explicit and dangerous. Knowing the risk factors and warning signs can assist you in finding help for yourself, a loved one or a friend. […]
Research has found that 46% of people who die by suicide had a known mental health condition. Several other things may put a person at risk of suicide as well. Knowing the risk factors and warning signs can assist you in finding help for yourself, a loved one or a friend. Risk Factors for Suicide: […]