Resources

September is Suicide Prevention Month. This is a time to raise awareness, spread hope, and share important information to those affected by suicide. September is also a month to remember the lives lost to suicide and support their families and loved ones. ALL of us can help prevent suicide – we all play an important […]

Mental Health Focus: Back to School – Let’s Talk Mental Health When August rolls around, many of us start thinking about Back to School. For many students, this change brings along a lot of mental health concerns.  Students preparing for school may experience anxiety, social anxiety, depression, stress, fear of school, fear of rejection, and […]

Four County Suicide Prevention Coalition: Advocating for Mental Health Awareness and Support The Four County Suicide Prevention Coalition (FCSPC) is a coalition dedicated to serving the residents of Williams, Henry, Defiance, and Fulton counties. With a mission to increase awareness, decrease stigma, and enhance help-seeking behaviors aimed at suicide prevention, FCSPC stands as a beacon […]

Recovery Services of Northwest Ohio – Serenity Spring Serenity Spring is an 8 bed Women’s Recovery Home that is abstinence based. The Recovery Home is located just outside Wauseon city limits. It provides stable and sober housing for adult women. Recovery Services of Northwest Ohio (RSNWO) provide both substance use disorder and mental health treatment […]

Agency Spotlight – Ohio Guidestone Ohio Guidestone offers a variety of programs and services to support the need for mental health care in our communities.  These services include outpatient mental health counseling and outpatient psychiatric services.  Ohio Guidestone is also now a Certified Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). CCBHC promotes timely access to mental health care. […]

Agency Spotlight: National Alliance on Mental Illness -NAMI Four County OH What services does NAMI offer? NAMI Four County is an affiliate of the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for those affected by mental illness. NAMI offers FREE educational classes, monthly programs, and support groups to individuals and families. […]

As the seasons change, some individuals may find themselves grappling with the impact of weather on their mental well-being. Seasonal depression, often associated with the colder, darker months, can affect a significant number of people. In this post, we’ll explore who is at risk, and provide insights on how to decrease that risk, as well […]

Navigating Post-Holiday Financial Stress: Practical Tips for a Smoother Path The holiday season often leaves us with cherished memories, but it can also bring a financial hangover. If you find yourself facing post-holiday financial stress, consider these practical tips to regain control:  Assess the Damage: Start by reviewing your holiday spending. Create a detailed list of […]

Navigating grief during the holiday season Navigating the holiday season while grieving can be incredibly challenging, and we want to offer additional strategies to help you find moments of peace and solace: Create a Memory Jar: Encourage family and friends to write down cherished memories or messages to your loved one. Read them together as […]

Agency Spotlight: Maumee Valley Guidance Center   Maumee Valley Guidance Center (MVGC) has a variety of programs and services to support the need for mental health care in our communities. MVGC’s services include: Individual, family, and group therapy for the entire age spectrum Substance use treatment including therapy, groups, and MAT (medication-assisted treatment) Star Behavioral Health […]