Mental Health & Addiction Advocacy Coalition

October is #HealthLiteracyMonth, and understanding health information is crucial—especially when it comes to mental and behavioral health. 🧠 Being informed empowers us to make better decisions, seek proper care, and break down the stigma surrounding mental health. When we improve health literacy, we create stronger connections between patients and providers, making it easier to access the help we need. 🙌🏿🙌🏽🙌🏾 Let’s take this month to raise awareness and promote understanding for a healthier mind and community. 🌎✨ Learn more about health literacy: https://lnkd.in/eWSuaEvM #MHAC #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #addiction #advocacy #coalition #ohio #HealthLiteracyMonth #HealthLiteracy

We’re shining a light on Butler Behavioral Health, one of our Southwest Hub coalition members. Butler Behavioral Health is licensed by the Ohio Department of Mental Health, the Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services, and CARF accredited. They’re dedicated to offering caring, comprehensive, and well-coordinated behavioral health services. Learn more about Butler Behavioral Health and its services on its website. 🔗 bbhs.org/about-us/ #MHAC #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #addiction #advocacy #coalition #ohio #SWHub #SouthwestHub #MemberSpotlight #ButlerBehavioralHealth

September marks both National Recovery and Suicide Prevention Month and amidst the challenges for those struggling with mental illness or addictions, there are also moments of celebration. 🧠✨ As the month comes to a close, see how one Ohio artist has taken the pain from her past and transformed it into creative inspiration. 🎨 Learn more about Emily Strange and her empowering art by reading the full article. 📰 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eH5DnnNU #MHAC #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #addiction #advocacy #coalition #ohio #InTheNews #Artwork #CreativeInspiration #SpectrumNews1

Thank you to all of our past Northeast Public Officials Reception Sponsors whose commitment to our mission helps make our work possible! 🙌🏾💪🏼 Want to learn more about how to become a sponsor and help support the MHAC mission? 💬 We’d love to chat with you about it! Send us a message at: https://lnkd.in/eDZ59vuG. #MHAC #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #addiction #advocacy #coalition #ohio #Sponsors #ThankYou

Are you passionate about making a difference in mental health and addiction support? 🧠 Join the MHAC in facilitating impactful dialogues between community members, policy makers, and public officials. 💬 By engaging in these conversations, you can help advance policies that improve access to services and support for individuals and families. 🙌🏾🙌🏽🙌🏿 🔗 Learn more about how you can get involved and contribute to meaningful change by visiting mhaadvocacy.org. #MHAC #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #addiction #advocacy #coalition #ohio #addictionsupport #dialogue #meaningfulchange

The number of young Ohio kids being exposed to edibles is rising and will likely continue to, according to the Central Ohio Poison Center. 📈 Check out this recent article by The Columbus Dispatch to learn some key insights and tips for how to keep your children safe. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ePc2fuxz #MHAC #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #addiction #advocacy #coalition #ohio #ChildSafety #MarijuanaAwareness #StayInformed

Tomorrow is National Opioid Awareness Day—a critical time to spread awareness about the devastating impact of the opioid crisis in the U.S. 💊 Did you know that nearly 2.7 million people in the U.S. are affected by opioid use disorder, and over 100,000 lives are lost annually to opioid overdoses, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)? Let’s come together to learn, share resources, and protect ourselves and our loved ones from opioid addiction. 🙌🏽🙌🏿🙌🏾 #MHAC #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #addiction #advocacy #coalition #ohio #NationalOpioidAwarenessDay #EndTheEpidemic #OpioidCrisis #SupportRecovery

We’re shining a light on the Lake County ADAMHS Board, one of our Northeast Hub coalition members. 💡 Established by Ohio Statute, the Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services (ADAMHS) Board is responsible for evaluating, planning, funding, and monitoring services to help Lake County residents who are dealing with a mental illness and/or addiction. Learn more about this coalition member and their work by visiting their website. 🔗 helpthatworks.us/ #MHAC #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #addiction #advocacy #coalition #ohio #NorthEast #MemberSpotlight #NEMember #LakeCountyADAMHSBoard

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the strength, resilience, and vibrant culture of the Hispanic community. Only 36% of Hispanic and Latino Americans received mental health services compared to non-Hispanic Whites, according to the 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Let's work together to break the stigma and ensure that everyone has the access to services they need to support their mental well-being. 🧠✨ #MHAC #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #addiction #advocacy #coalition #ohio

Exciting news! Northeast Hub MHAC member Recovery Resources has released their 2023 Annual Report! 🎉 Take a look to see the incredible work they've done for our community over the past year. Learn more about who they serve, the vital services they provide, and the generous funders who make it all possible. 📑 Check out their accomplishments and impact here: https://lnkd.in/efwXiDZF #MHAC #mentalhealth #behavioralhealth #addiction #advocacy #coalition #ohio #AnnualReport2023 #RecoveryResourcse #CommunityImpact #SupportingOurCommunity