Mental Health Is a Roundabout, Not a One Way Street – Day #19
Written by: Victoria Pelka, MHC Development Committee Member I’m sure we can all agree that most things in life require maintenance. You don’t just buy a new car and drive it forever without getting the oil changed, replacing the tires and generally keeping it up. Mental health is the same way. Having sound mental health […]
Sending Thanks to our Troops – Day #18
“Our Servicemen and women are serving throughout the world as guardians of peace–many of them away from their homes, their friends and their families. They are visible evidence of our determination to meet any threat to the peace with measured strength and high resolve. They are also evidence of a harsh but inescapable truth–that the […]
Talking to Someone Who’s Been There – Day #16
When it comes to someone “getting you,” I think we can all agree that we have people in our lives who have different depths of understanding. For instance, I can have empathy and listening for a parent who has lost their child to suicide but, since I have not had this direct experience, my understanding […]
GROW with MHC – Day # 17
One of MHC’s newest programs, GROW (Gardening, Recovery, and Opportunities for Wellness) is a skills building and wellness program that also grows healthy food for our program participants. Led by our in-house gardener, Grayson Colarusso, GROW continues to do just that – grow across the state! Participants in this program learn the art of gardening […]
Resiliency – Day #15
On May 28, 2019, the Crystal Room of Mercy Hall at Saint Joseph University will be filled with members of our community, eager to hear from our friend, Colleen Kelly Alexander. Colleen Kelly Alexander is a lifelong athlete and motivational speaker who inspires positive change, contribution, determination and actionable gratitude. With her indomitable spirit and […]
The Importance of Connection – Day #14
On Day 14, we’re turning to “The Harvard Study of Adult Development,” an 80 year-old research study (and counting) from Harvard that shows how human connection and relationships are central to good health. From the article: “The surprising finding is that our relationships and how happy we are in our relationships has a powerful influence […]
Join the National Prevention Week Movement – Day #13
The following content is provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Join the National Prevention Week movement each year on social media by participating in the NPW Prevention Challenge. 2019 Prevention Challenge: #PREVENTIONCHAMPION IN ONE WORD Pre·ven·tion Cham·pi·on Noun: a person, activity, program, or organization that inspires others to take prevention […]
Spending Time Outdoors – Day #11
Spending time outdoors is important for ones overall health. Collecting natural Vitamin D from the sun, breathing fresh air, and interacting with others are all great reasons to get outside – but being active while outdoors adds so many more benefits. Today, a group of 22 gathered to take a hike up Mount Tom’s Tower […]
Celebrate Your Mom and Your “Like A Mom” Moms – Day #12
“Sometimes the strength of motherhood is greater than natural laws.” — Barbara Kingsolver It’s Mother’s Day. For some, this is a joyous occasion filled with gatherings, flowers, greeting cards, and lots of hugs and kisses. For others, it’s a day of remembrance for Moms who are no longer with us, or a challenging day for […]
Equal Access to Health Care is the Law – Day #10
Mental health is a critical component of total health. Your body and mind are connected. Your quality of life depends not just on your physical health, but also on your mental and emotional wellbeing. Over the years, strides have been made in recognizing that mental health conditions need to be treated with the same attention […]
