By Sarah Vantrease, Assistant Director, Butte County Library Public libraries are vital resources for our communities. They offer gathering places, trusted sources of information, warm spots with WiFi and lend books and other materials. In many communities, people …
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Black History Month is a time to celebrate the contributions African American leaders have made to our society for hundreds of years. It is also a prime opportunity to reflect and ensure that the next wave of dreamers, trailblazers, and game-changers …
MoreIn 2013, the California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) and KVIE Public Television partnered to create the documentary A New State of Mind: Ending the Stigma of Mental Illness to raise awareness of mental health challenges. This moving …
MoreEach Mind Matters change agents have been working tirelessly throughout California to end the stigma surrounding mental health, and below are just a few highlights of their incredible efforts: Peer Recovery Art in Modesto, Calif. created …
MoreThe California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) is calling for inclusion and acceptance for people with mental health challenges and to re-examine stereotypes around mental illness after the tragic events yesterday at Umpqua Community College …
MoreSept. 7-13 marks the 41st annual Suicide Prevention Week when the global community unites to spread awareness about the warning signs of suicide and offer support to those who have lost someone to suicide. Results …
MoreLast month for Mental Health Matters Month, California Community College students held peer-to-peer events to educate and raise awareness about mental health. Nine student clubs and organizations took part in activities which included teaching stress …
MoreAccording to new RAND Corporation research, Prop. 63 suicide prevention programs have a broad reach in California and are saving lives. The independent study shows that due to statewide suicide prevention efforts by the California …
MoreBy Diane Lampe As a teacher and school counselor who is passionate about student mental health and wellness I am a part of this movement. Currently I’m a Coordinator at the Sacramento County Office of Education …
MoreAccording to a new RAND Corporation study, Most California residents experiencing a mental health challenge do not feel supported, and instead feel stigmatized in personal as well as professional relationships. The California Well-Being Survey was conducted …
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