Category Archives: Mental Health

Take Action for Human Services Funding

Posted on May 22, 2013 by TeriN

Is it me, or are we always talking about funding cuts? In the good old days, this seemed like a one time event when the city, county, state, deliberated a balanced a budget, figured it out and moved on. Now … Continue reading →

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Heroes of Hope

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Guest Blogger

by Beth W. “I continue to believe that if children are given the necessary tools to succeed, they will succeed beyond their wildest dreams!” – David Vitter, U.S. Senator Today is National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day. This is a … Continue reading →

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Talk the Talk, Walk the (NAMI) Walk

Posted on May 1, 2013 by CrystalD

Many of us have been touched by mental illness at some point in our lives, so it’s easy to understand the importance of having a strong support team during and after treatment. Talk the Talk National Alliance on Mental Illness … Continue reading →

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Food

Posted on March 20, 2013 by TeriN

What’s not to love?  I celebrate with food.  I get comfort from food.  I get to explore new flavors and check out new restaurants.  While it isn’t a conscious thing, somehow family time is often spent over a meal – … Continue reading →

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Gateways Eating Disorders Program

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Guest Blogger

by Maria S. Up to 24 million people of all ages and genders suffer from an eating disorder such as: Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder. It is a disease that devastates families desperate to help someone they love. Gateways, … Continue reading →

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My Time with Sandy

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Guest Blogger

by Caprice L. I have volunteered with the American Red Cross for the last 6 years as a member of their Disaster Action Team as a disaster mental health worker.  In that time I have helped at a number of … Continue reading →

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Peace of Mind

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Guest Blogger

by Maria S. I was walking out of a client’s building after dropping off Gateways marketing material when a statue caught my eye.  I stopped and read the words “Peace of Mind”.  I continued on with my day and those … Continue reading →

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Healthy Responses to Distress

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Guest Blogger

by Julie K. Certainly, the events that occurred at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut has been shocking to this nation. The question of “why” continues to hang in the air as we all try to make sense of … Continue reading →

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Response to a School Tragedy

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Guest Blogger

by Beth W. As a parent and/or teacher there is an internal response in wanting to protect our children as much as we can. For parents, it starts from the moment of conception; for teachers, it typically starts from the … Continue reading →

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Taking Care of Yourself During the Holidays

Posted on November 20, 2012 by DianaP

For many, the holiday season is a time to spend with friends and family gathered around the dinner table eating a festive meal and sharing conversation.  For many, however, the holidays are anything but happy.  This time of year can bring about the “holiday … Continue reading →

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