The Benefits of Nutritional Support in Addiction Recovery
Alcoholism and drug addiction plays havoc with both mental and physical health, and while the mental health aspect is the one that’s often highlighted in recovery programs, exploring physical health can be beneficial for recovering addicts. In fact, many studies show that adding a nutritional element to addiction recovery programs can not only help people […]
Stress Busting Tips For Recovering Addicts
We live in a high-pressured nation where approximately 33% of people claim to live with extreme stress. For those in recovery from addiction, these figures can creep even higher as stress associated with recovery is realized. Alongside the physical and psychological effects of withdrawal, there may be great pressure from friends and family to achieve […]
MHC Staff Member Seeks to Impact Deaf Community
Everyday, MHC Staff Member Seeks to Impact Deaf Community to positively impact the lives of people throughout the state. Whether through advocacy efforts, educational opportunities, direct services, or the information and referral line, staff works to improve mental health for all. Staff members like Timothy Blonsky work to positively impact the lives of people in […]
MHC Recognizes Longevity of Staff
At the recent all-staff meeting, Mental Health Connecticut (MHC) President and CEO Luis Perez recognized staff who has been with the organization for 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 years. These milestones are significant to the organization. They underscore the commitment of staff to the Agency, the continuity of services for the people served, and […]
MHC Promotes Purpose Through Employment
Mental Health Connecticut (MHC) supports hope and achievement for people with mental health conditions through access to services and supports that promote the four pillars of recovery: (1) home, (2) health, (3) purpose, and (4) community. Helping someone find purpose can be difficult to achieve. For instance, what is the purpose for which you get […]
Mental Health Connecticut: Our Commitment to Mental Wellness
This is an exciting time for Mental Health Connecticut. We have launched a new name and brand designed specifically to magnify our commitment to promoting mental health and wellness for all Connecticut residents. While we have had a statewide presence since our establishment in 1908, we are even more committed to bringing mental health education […]
