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This Mental Health Awareness Month, learn from community leaders and community-engaged researchers about the importance of caring for community partners and team members in community-engaged research beyond the provision of resources and equitable compensation. CEACR brought leaders from Critica, Inc and California State University, Los Angeles to discuss how to strengthen research reciprocity and how they practice and promote self-care in their work. How do you practice or promote self-care in your work? Let us know in the comments! ⤵️

According to the American Psychological Association, multigenerational connections can improve mental health, decrease social isolation, and strengthen marginalized communities. Read more about how Maryland communities are rebuilding these critical relationships at https://lnkd.in/e6kKSsg6 Also mentioned in this months REACH Newsletter (July 2024): Elev8 Baltimore, AmeriCorps , Maryland Department of Service and Civic Innovation, AARP , Link Generations, Arch of Knowledge, Inc.,

#ProjectSoulStride week 31 update. Official launch of the NEW Project Soul Stride Linkedin page to capture the work being done behind the scenes. This is a labor of love which l'd like to share with you so I invite you to follow the page for the latest updates. The 3 objectives are as follows:- 🎯1. 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 on the issue of suicide prevention in the UK Black community. 🎯2. 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 in policies, practices, and resources dedicated to addressing mental health within the UK Black community. 🎯3. 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 with key stakeholders, including industry leaders, community organizations, and mental health professionals, to collaborate on solutions and amplify the impact of Project Soul Stride. #suicideprevention #coproduction #livedexperience #linkedinpage #blackmentalhealth

Community health workers and promotores (CHW/Ps) face challenges in addressing mental health needs within their communities, especially when resources and support are limited. The California CEAL Regional Team, led by UCLA, reached over 600 CHW/Ps with their mental health workshop series, supporting CHW/Ps and fostering academic-community partnerships. Read the full spotlight story to learn how their community advisory board is ensuring CHW/Ps are well-equipped to address mental health challenges and how their unique approach supports academic-community partnerships: https://bit.ly/3DofBpk

Explore the influence of urban design on mental health in our latest blog post! 📨 From community engagement to car-free zones ⚠️ , learn how cities are fostering well-being through innovative planning. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gh_83V9W

One thing about Gen Z: if we see a problem we think we can help solve, we're going to try. So thrilled to learn about this new initiative, which has so much potential to change the lives of young people 💛 That said - you don't have to pursue professional opportunities related to mental health in order to make a difference! Sometimes it's as simple as asking someone how they're doing. In the spirit of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, let's all go start a conversation today. #youthmentalhealthcorps #mentalhealth #theconversationalist #genz https://lnkd.in/eQ6BZgAd

Brookline Center Gets $1M Investment from Tower Foundation Brookline Center for Community Mental Health has positioned itself as an Innovation Institute for Mental Health following a $1 million grant from The Tower Foundation. It is revolutionary funding that is highly required and will greatly support the organization’s role in changing the mental health system. Visit: https://lnkd.in/gkmrX3FD The Brookline Center for Community Mental Health Peter & Elizabeth Tower Foundation #TowerFoundation #innovation #BrooklineCener #MentalHealth

Our End-of-Year Video Series continues with a focus on Resident Services — a core part of our mission. Resident Services go beyond housing. They support residents with after-school programs, financial literacy workshops, mental health resources, social events activities, nutritional support, and more that foster stability and growth. Watch now to see how these services make a lasting impact. Join the conversation — Like, comment, and share to highlight the importance of Resident Services at Homes for America. #EndOfYearSeries #ResidentServices #AffordableHousing #HomesForAmerica #CommunityImpact

African Americans and other minorities are underserved when it comes to mental health services and resources. That’s why the “Flip the Script” campaign is working to target those groups – and anyone who might be held back from breaking through the barriers of improved mental health. In this episode, Regina, Community Engagement, discusses the goals of “Flip the Script” and how it and Summit Pointe can help. Listen to the full episode at https://lnkd.in/gVnW5hb5

Want to make a lasting impact? Here are ways to help Ryther: 1. Champion: Share our mission with your network. 2. Invite: Introduce us to other youth mental health advocates. 3. Invest: Make a gift to support Ryther programs. Together, we can create a future where every child thrives! #ChampionForYouth #InvestInFuture