NBC4 “988 Crisis Lifeline Marks One Year Since Launch”:
Watch the Video to Hear from EveryMind CEO and Crisis Counselors
Watch the videos to hear from the EveryMind team on WUSA9 “988 Crisis Hotline One Year Anniversary”:
A Washington Post article shares the importance of the 988 Crisis LIfeline on the one-year anniversary of it’s launch.
“Before the rollout of 988, the National Suicide Prevention Hotline was 1-800-273-8255.
By 2021, nearly a quarter of American high-schoolers said they’d considered suicide, up from 16 percent 10 years ago, according to a study by Pew Research.
Teens returned to the call lines again this year, after the simpler, more memorable 988 opened up, accessible through text and chat.
It’s working.
Compare May 2023 to May 2022. Calls increased by 45 percent, chats by 52 percent and — get this — texts increased by 938 percent, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.”
Read the full article here, including metrics and quotes from our staff.
In today’s challenging and virtual world, teens are under more pressure than ever before to compete with their peers, excel in academics and sports, interact as adults, and chase insurmountable goals. Join our mental health first aid course to learn about the common signs of mental health challenges and learn how to better interact with and support your youth at home. Join us on May 19, 9am-4pm.
Navigating resources for behavioral and mental health is more complicated than it should be. Join us the evening of May 11 6:30-7:30pm via zoom for information on how to find, schedule, and access resources in Montgomery County.
Montgomery Parks in partnership with EveryMind invite you to reflect and refresh through a mindful chalk maze in the park created by Chalk Riot. Join us on Saturday, May 6 at 2-4pm. Follow inspirational images along the paths to discover local mental health resources and joyful activities for the whole family. This event is kicking off the month-long campaign “Every Mile for Every Mind” to encourage individuals to spend time outdoors hiking a Montgomery Parks trail.
#WithParksinMind
Watch the recording below:
This event is geared towards youth, parents, foster parents, caregivers, guardians, extended family members, mental health professionals, and service providers.
The third event in our series provides an opportunity to hear directly from the LGBTQ+ youth in our community. They will share the challenges they have faced, support systems that have been helpful and ideas for improved support for the LGBTQ+ community.
The event will bring together 3-4 youth panelists with lived experience. Each panelist will have 10 minutes to share their story (if they feel comfortable doing so). The remainder of the program will be reserved for Q&A from the audience.
Objectives
4 de octubre del 2022
630pm a 8pm
¿Quién debe asistir?
Padres, proveedores de servicios y mentores en comunidades latinas, hispanas y latinas que buscan información sobre la mejor manera de apoyar a un joven LGBTQ+ en sus vidas.
¿Qué se discutirá?
Oradores:
Palabras de Apertura:
she/her/ella
jefa de gabinete
oficina del vicepresidente del consejo Evan Glass
This event is open to all professionals in the health and human services field.
Suicide is a leading cause of preventable death worldwide. Safety planning is an essential intervention for individuals at risk of suicide. Mental health providers should have the knowledge and experience to create safety plans, engage with individuals at risk for suicide and any necessary support persons, and document and follow up on the safety plan. This training provides an in-depth look at the evidence-based approaches to identifying a client who is suicidal, implementing tools available to adequately assess their risk, and developing a safety plan with the client.
Participants will learn:
Suitable for mental health professionals, social workers, professional counselors, case managers, service coordinators, and other behavioral health service providers.
Cost: $50 for 3 Continuing Education Units (CEU’s)
4:30-6:30 pm – Networking Cocktail Reception and Celebration Program
@ The Military Women’s Memorial in Arlington Cemetery
5:30-6:30 pm – 10th Anniversary Celebration Virtual Program
Program
4:30pm Cocktail and Networking Reception
In-Person at The Military Women’s Memorial in Arlington Cemetery
5:30pm Program Begins
Welcome and Pledge of Allegiance – Olivia Nunn,
LTC, USA (Ret.) & CEO, Olivia Nunn Communications
National Anthem – Marisha Tapera, MarishaTaperaVoice.com
Welcome – Ann Mazur, CEO, EveryMind
Testimonial – John Lehmann, Veteran Advocate
Keynote Address – Dr. Cynthia Macri, CAPT, USN (Ret.)
& VA Advisory Committee on Women Veterans
Recognitions – Christy Kenady,
Director, ServingTogether
Special Citation – Nan Sheridan-Mann,
Regional Director, Office of Senator Van Hollen
Calls to Action – Dr. Xavier Bruce, Lt Col, USAF (Ret.),
Program Manager, ServingTogether
Closing Remarks – Olivia Nunn, LTC, USA (Ret.),
Join EveryMind as we come together to celebrate ServingTogether’s 10th Anniversary.
Over the last decade, ServingTogether has established itself as a leader in the military and veteran space.
Our key achievements include:
This event will highlight the contributions of our funders, partners, and ServingTogether’s incredible work supporting the military and veteran community over the last 10 years and for decades to come.
Register —Register yourself below and then walk on your own or lead a walk with friends anywhere, anytime. Ask your network of friends, family, neighbors and colleagues to sponsor your walk(s) with a donation to EveryMind.
Join a Walk— Register yourself below and then sign up to join a walk(s) at one of the Montgomery Parks trails and paved surfaces led by an EveryMind representative. There will be one organized walk scheduled every Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday in May.
CLICK HERE to Access the Calendar of Scheduled Walks and Sign Up to Join Us in Person!
Donate or Sponsor a Walker — Make a general donation to EveryMile for EveryMind or sponsor a specific walker to contribute to their fundraising efforts.
There is no cost to participate and walk for mental health awareness. However, if you donate $100 or more, or have others donate at least $100 total in support of your walking, you will receive the EveryMile for EveryMind Kit with a branded t-shirt and other fun items!
EveryMind is grateful for their continued support of community mental health and our mission.
PLATINUM:
GOLD:
SILVER:
BRONZE:
Atlantic Services Group
Brown & Brown, Inc.
Fit Fathers. Inc.
Goodman-Gable-Gould/Adjusters International
Jeffrey & Stephanie Holtzman
Ledo Pizza, Wheaton
MainSpring, Inc.
MedStar Health
NFP
Suburban Hospital
