Let’s Face It: Mental Health Awareness Isn’t at the Finish Line

By: Bethany Simmonds I hear it all the time: “People can talk about their mental health now.” “Mental health awareness has been achieved.” “We all have mental health problems.” […]
Mental Health Musings: Let’s Face It

WARNING: Some of the contents of this blog entry may be upsetting, as the blog includes information about the troubling phenomena of stigma. Truthfully, I think that any discussion of […]
Let’s Face It Campaign Returns this May to Eliminate Stigma and Enhance Access to Services

This May, Mental Health Connecticut (MHC) will once again launch its impactful Let’s Face It campaign to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month. Now in its fourth year, the campaign aims […]
Facing it Friday: #LetsFaceIt
A Heartfelt Thank You and a Message of Hope Welcome to this year’s final edition of Facing It Friday! As our journey through Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a […]
Throwback Thursday: Celebrating Our Founder, Clifford Beers
#LetsFaceIt This year, we’re thrilled to partner with the Connecticut Historical Society for #ThrowbackThursday, sharing stories of how people have faced life’s challenges throughout history. “Each person’s mind and experience […]
Meet Shavana Clarke
#LetsFaceIt Meet Shavana Clarke, a passionate advocate for mental health awareness and the newly crowned Miss Connecticut USA. In a recent interview, Shavana shared her deeply personal journey, one of […]
Tuesday Tips: Facing Life’s Challenges
#LetsFaceIt Welcome to Tuesday Tips, where we gather insights from staff, participants, and community partners on navigating life’s challenges with resilience and strength. Today, we’re sharing valuable advice from Amber […]
Monday Motivation: Elise Cusimano
Welcome back to our Monday Motivation series, where we’re here to infuse your week with a final dose of inspiration and positivity for May. As we approach the end of […]
Self-Care Sunday: What Does Self-Care Mean to You?
We at MHC recognize that self-care looks different for everyone. However, one thing is universal; the more tools you have in your toolkit, the better prepared you will be […]
Thank You to our Bronze Sponsors
#LetsFaceIt the core of our community’s support springs from the kindness and generosity of its own members. We are feeling extra grateful this #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth for the amazing donors and supporters […]