Mental health service

Harris Teeter to host drug take-back event on Oct. 28 at four store locations

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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MATTHEWS, N.C., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Harris Teeter will host a drug take-back event at four of its Charlotte locations from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023 , as part of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. These events will provide a safe, convenient and anonymous way for local residents to dispose of unused or expired medications.

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  • MATTHEWS, N.C., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Harris Teeter will host a drug take-back event at four of its Charlotte locations from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023 , as part of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.
  • These events will provide a safe, convenient and anonymous way for local residents to dispose of unused or expired medications.
  • The goal is to help the police department keep medications off the street by proper disposal of prescription medications, and knowing the dangers associated with drug abuse.
  • You can find more information about Harris Teeter's commitment to drug disposal solutions on our website.

FOLX Health Now In-Network with Regional and National Health Plans, Ensuring LGBTQIA+ Folks Have Improved Access to Life-Saving Health Care

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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BOSTON, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FOLX Health, the digital healthcare service provider designed by and for the LGBTQIA+ community, today announced that it is now an in-network healthcare provider with regional and national health plans, including Blue Shield of California, offering virtual primary care, gender-affirming care, and more. By moving to a contracted model, LGBTQIA+ individuals can use their insurance benefits to access the lifesaving, affirming primary care, gender-affirming care, and mental health care they need.

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  • By moving to a contracted model, LGBTQIA+ individuals can use their insurance benefits to access the lifesaving, affirming primary care, gender-affirming care, and mental health care they need.
  • "Blue Shield of California is committed to ensuring all Californians have access to high-quality health care at an affordable price," said Krishna Ramachandran, Senior Vice President of Health Transformation and Provider Adoption at Blue Shield of California.
  • Through the collaboration, insured individuals can utilize primary care, 1:1 therapy and mental health medication management with FOLX's LGBTQIA-specialized clinicians.
  • Now – with or without insurance – members can have access to FOLX Health care and radically expanded services (gender affirming care, sexual and reproductive health care, mental health care and more) at a new, more accessible cost and can pay for just the care they need, when they need it.

Self-Injurious Thoughts & Behaviors in Youth - A Free Webinar from the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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New York, Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (BBRF) is hosting a free webinar, “Self-Injurious Thoughts & Behaviors in Youth” on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at 2:00 pm ET.

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  • New York, Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (BBRF) is hosting a free webinar, “Self-Injurious Thoughts & Behaviors in Youth” on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at 2:00 pm ET.
  • The webinar will be hosted by Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D., President & CEO of the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, and host of the public television series Healthy Minds.
  • Self-injurious thoughts and behaviors (SITBs) refer to thoughts and behaviors involving suicidal intent (suicidal ideation, plans, and behaviors) as well as deliberate self-injury in the absence of any intent to die.
  • Mental health services for youth who experience SITBs are often limited, with crisis lines being among the most easily accessible support.

Del Mar Country Club Golf Tournament and Dinner-Gala raises more than $1.4 million for SOF Support

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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The weekend began Friday night with a reception at a private residence in Rancho Santa Fe.

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  • The weekend began Friday night with a reception at a private residence in Rancho Santa Fe.
  • Saturday's festivities included an 18-hole scramble golf tournament at the famed Del Mar Country Club, followed by a dinner-gala and live and silent auction that generated the Lion's share of the $1.4 million that was raised for the Foundation.
  • The Del Mar Country Club Golf Tournament and Dinner-Gala was co-hosted by Plewes and Madeleine Pickens, owners of the Del Mar Country Club.
  • For more information about the SOF Support Foundation, visit https://sofsupport.org/ .

Sun Life and Children's Aid Foundation of Canada partner to improve access to mental health programming for young people in government care

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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The funding will help launch the Sun Life Bright Futures Kids Wellness Program, a pan-Canadian mental health prevention initiative for young people living in government care.

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  • The funding will help launch the Sun Life Bright Futures Kids Wellness Program, a pan-Canadian mental health prevention initiative for young people living in government care.
  • "Children's Aid Foundation of Canada is doing critical work to expand access to mental health care across the country," said Jacques Goulet, President, Sun Life Canada.
  • "Mental health services have always been especially hard to access for youth involved in the child welfare system.
  • In 2023, Sun Life Canada pledged $3.7 million for youth mental health programming in at-risk or marginalized communities.

HerMD Expands Healthcare Team with New Chief Medical Officer Dr. Michael Krychman

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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CINCINNATI, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HerMD, the female-founded physician-led women's health provider committed to revolutionizing women's healthcare strengthens their leadership team with the advancement of Dr. Michael Krychman from Vice President of Medical Affairs and Mental Health Services to Chief Medical Officer.

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  • With this transition as Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Krychman will leverage his expert knowledge and experience to drive HerMD's mission of delivering accessible, comprehensive women's healthcare.
  • "Dr. Krychman has been a trailblazer in women's menopausal and sexual health with a key understanding of both patient and provider experience," says Dr. Somi Javaid, Founder and Lead Chief Medical Officer of HerMD.
  • As Dr. Krychman assumes the role of Chief Medical Officer at HerMD, he will deepen his pivotal role in shaping the organization's strategic direction to bring menopause and sexual healthcare to women through evidence-based treatment options.
  • Founder Dr. Somi Javaid will transition to the role of Lead Chief Medical Officer, continuing to shape the many ways in which HerMD revolutionizes women's health care.

Easter Seals Greater Houston is Serving the Whole Veteran

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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Easter Seals Greater Houston (ESGH), a leading disability resource provider, saw the widespread need and began creating transformative, interconnected programs and a strong referral network to serve our military community.

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  • Easter Seals Greater Houston (ESGH), a leading disability resource provider, saw the widespread need and began creating transformative, interconnected programs and a strong referral network to serve our military community.
  • ESGH's goal is to provide an easy point of entry for Veterans, Service Members, and Military-Connected families to a range of behavioral health services.
  • The nonprofit is helping the military community build the lives they want during and after the military, meeting their needs around reintegration, stability, wellness, and growth.
  • At ESGH, we see the whole Veteran and create a roadmap to success, layering in cohesive services from our TVFA partners.

Ground-breaking Survey Reveals Impact of Accommodation on Student Well-being and Experience Across Europe

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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This comprehensive study spanned 40 countries and engaged 3,300+ participants, providing crucial insights into the well-being of higher education students in Europe.

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  • This comprehensive study spanned 40 countries and engaged 3,300+ participants, providing crucial insights into the well-being of higher education students in Europe.
  • The survey, utililising the MHI-5 method, has unveiled important insights underscoring the connection between student accommodation and their overall well-being:
    Availability and Choice: Allowing students to choose their accommodation options significantly boosts their happiness.
  • So, this survey will help inform how best to design and operate student accommodation,” according to Frank Uffen, Founder of The Class Foundation.
  • In conclusion, the SLM survey has illuminated the impact of accommodation on student well-being and experience.

Nonprofit Wellness Together selected as Pinterest Purpose Partner to Support Student Mental Health and Social Connection

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wellness Together, a California-based national 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, delivers on-campus mental health services for students and educators. Wellness Together is a leading force in the realm of youth mental health with a mission to prioritize student well-being and remove barriers to access.

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  • Wellness Together is a leading force in the realm of youth mental health with a mission to prioritize student well-being and remove barriers to access.Wellness Together was selected as a Pinterest Purpose Partner for 2023, to support its exceptional work in promoting student well-being, fostering social connections, and reshaping the landscape of accessing mental health support.
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wellness Together, a California-based national 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, delivers on-campus mental health services for students and educators.
  • Wellness Together was selected as a Pinterest Purpose Partner for 2023, to support its exceptional work in promoting student well-being, fostering social connections, and reshaping the landscape of accessing mental health support.
  • Wellness Together was selected as a Pinterest Purpose Partner for 2023, to support its exceptional work in promoting student well-being, fostering social connections, and reshaping the landscape of accessing mental health support.

Recovery Centers of America Recognizes September as ‘National Recovery Month’ With Tips for Community Engagement

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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RCA offers a few tips to spread the message of National Recovery Month:

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  • RCA offers a few tips to spread the message of National Recovery Month:
    Reach out to people you know in recovery.
  • Remind them it’s National Recovery Month and suggest they reach out to others they know and do the same.
  • It’s important for people in the recovery community to support one another, and everyone in recovery shares a bond by living through similar circumstances.
  • If you don’t want to share your own story, at least let your followers know it’s National Recovery Month.