(Courtesy, Harvey Rosenthal, NYAPRS) I learned yesterday of the passing of another great hero of our movement Jacki McKinney. I first met Jacki in her role as a peer researcher inContinue reading “In Honor and Memory of Jacki McKinney”
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Awareness Month!
NYSOMH Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Awareness Month (Courtesy NYAPRS E-News) As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month this year, the New York State Office of Mental Health’s Office of Diversity and InclusionContinue reading “Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Awareness Month!”
In Memory of Darby Penney
(By Amanda Saake, Director of the OMH Office of Consumer Affairs) Please join NYS Office of Mental Health and the Office of Consumer Affairs in sadly acknowledging the passing ofContinue reading “In Memory of Darby Penney”
October 10 Is World Mental Health Day
October 10 Is World Mental Health Day (Courtesy The Key Update) The World Health Organization’s theme for World Mental Health Day 2021 (October 10) is “Mental health care for all:Continue reading “October 10 Is World Mental Health Day”
FALL SPORTS 2021
by Howard Diamond October 9, 2021 Fall sports 2020 were uniqueFall sports 2021 are shrouded in mystiqueSeasons and rules were changed oftenChampions were named to make the blow soften. WelcomeContinue reading “FALL SPORTS 2021 “
Hear Stigma, Think Recovery
October 3, 2021 by For Like Minds This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. You’ll be hearing a lot about stigma. It is extremely important to know and talk aboutContinue reading “Hear Stigma, Think Recovery”
Unapologetically Black Unicorns features Dr. Jonathan P. Edwards
“The Greatest Form of Support is Being Heard” with Dr. Jonathan P. Edwards October 2, 2021 Dr. Jonathan P. Edwards (he/him) has worked as a public health professional for moreContinue reading “Unapologetically Black Unicorns features Dr. Jonathan P. Edwards”
Words of Wellness
October 1, 2021 Words of Wellness is published monthly by Collaborative Support Partners of New Jersey, co-edited by Peggy Swarbrick and Pat Nemec. Celebrate Every Day in October! National GoContinue reading “Words of Wellness”
SAMHSA to Launch New “Office of Recovery” to Expand Its Commitment to Recovery for All Americans
September 30, 2021 (Courtesy NYAPRS E-News) The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is launching an Office of Recovery, within the Office of the Assistant Secretary for MentalContinue reading “SAMHSA to Launch New “Office of Recovery” to Expand Its Commitment to Recovery for All Americans”
Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown (MBB)
September 28, 2021 From well known actress to mental health advocate to game show host. Pictured here, Mayim Bialik during her weekly podcast, Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown. Mayim Bialik seeks toContinue reading “Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown (MBB)”