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Do you have questions about mental health? Are there topics you want to learn more about? Do you want to be inspired by stories from real people? Check out our resources that cover a range of topics from Anxiety to Substance Use. You can also hear directly from our CEO through Kiara’s Note or others just like you from our Voices of Hope blog.
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A couple sits in silhouette on a park bench, looking out at the ocean during a warm, golden sunset. Two bicycles are parked in the grass next to them.
Mental health and physical health are largely connected, so by taking care of your body, you’re also taking care of your mind. Here are five things to remember this summer to help you take care of your body and mind. 1. Get your rest Routines…
A diverse group of four children laugh with delight while playing tug-of-war together in a grassy park. They are all on the same team, pulling hard on the rope and smiling.
As Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, we gladly welcome warmer temperatures and sunnier skies! Summer is typically filled with vacations and fun, free time, and celebrations. Kids love the break from school and the freedom that summ…
A diverse group of people are sitting in a circle and smiling during a support group or workshop. The focus is on a woman in a blue shirt with a name tag that reads "Mary Smith," who is looking on with a warm, engaged smile.
One in five Americans will have a diagnosable mental health condition each year, yet nearly two-thirds do not seek treatment. What keeps people from getting help? One reason is stigma. Fear of rejection, discrimination, and lack of knowledge are al…
An overhead view of a diverse group of young children lying on their backs in the grass. Their heads are together in the center of a circle, and they are all looking up at the camera with big, happy smiles.
National Public Health week is this week, April 6-12, 2015! Jefferson Center joins the public health community in rallying around a goal of making the U.S. the Healthiest Nation in One Generation-by 2030. The goal is to be the healthiest nation…
An older man and woman with gray hair sit back-to-back on yoga mats in a meditative, cross-legged pose. They are in a bright room in front of a large window, and both have their eyes closed with a peaceful expression
Research is beginning to uncover some key factors that contribute to a long and healthy life. We can make choices that influence our own health and wellness. Here are some key factors that affect the quality of our life: 1. ATTITUDE IS A STATE O…
A diverse group of smiling and laughing friends celebrate together at a nighttime party. They are holding lit sparklers under strings of festive party lights.
It’s a new year, a clean slate. For many of us, it’s a time of reflection, renewed hope and resolutions. How will you make the most of the next 365 days? Consider adding a couple of these tips to your routine to make it a happy, healthy year! Si…
a close-up macro shot of a sunflower, with other plants and sunlight out of focus in the background.
Vicarious trauma is an ongoing process of change over time that results from witnessing or hearing about other people’s suffering and need. When you identify with the pain of people who have endured terrible&…
A woman with curly dark hair warmly embraces a young, laughing child in a festive, snowy, nighttime scene. The child, wearing a red patterned sweater and a white pom-pom hat, has a look of pure joy. Snowflakes fall around them as they stand in front of a glowing wall of out-of-focus holiday lights.
The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy, happiness, and excitement however, the holidays can also bring added stress, disappointment, and loneliness. For many, this year will be more difficult given the financial and emotional stressors of th…
A diverse group of elementary-aged children sit together on the grass in a sunlit park, laughing and interacting with great excitement.
Back to school can be a time of excitement as well as stress. Here are a few ways to start this new year off right: Wrap up the summer – Have your child help plan one final barbeque or picnic with friends and family. Share your favorite su…
A father smiles proudly as he helps his young son learn to ride a bike on a path through a park. The boy, wearing a yellow shirt and a green helmet, concentrates on steering as his father stays close behind to support him on a sunny summer day.
You often hear the saying the “dog days of summer” this time of year when the weather is hot, people have more free time, are feeling relaxed and even a little bit lazy. Instead of the “dog days” making us feel stagnant, why not use this time when…

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