Aspen Middle School to implement peer-to-peer mental health support program

Aspen Middle School to implement peer-to-peer mental health support program

Aspen Middle School will implement a peer-to-peer approach to mental health support this spring, building on a program first established in the high school three years ago.  Hope Squad, a national program based out of Provo, Utah, was founded with the idea that a student-led approach to mental health aid and suicide-prevention is most effective, as students are often more comfortable talking about mental health with peers than with school staff …

New program helps young people access mental health support

A new program aiming to help young people find mental health support has launched in Harvey and Capel.

Wilson Health partners with mental health provider

SIDNEY — Wilson Health has announced a strategic partnership with ViaQuest, a leading provider of mental well-being solutions. This partnership aims to improve the quality of care for patients in the community, combining Wilson Health’s expertise in healthcare services with ViaQuest’s innovative approach to mental health needs. The partnership will enable Wilson Health to offer onsite licensed mental health professionals; psychiatric medication …

Birmingham Children’s art appeal supports mental health patients

Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity intends to harness the power of art with its new Inspiring Spaces Appeal, which needs to raise £170,000 to transform the clinical environment of its young mental health patients, helping to improve wellbeing and aid recovery. The hospital’s in-patient mental health facility, Parkview Clinic, located in Kings Heath, cares for young people aged 11-18 years old who are experiencing significant mental health il…

New member of the Vestland youth committee from Bømlo, Michelle Innvær, is passionate about mental health and improving public transport.

Former Bad Axe grad honored for educational leadership - Huron County View

Jackie (Gavitt) Fermoyle, left, a 1989 Bad Axe High School graduate, recently received the “Discover You Friend of the Year” award, for her continued commitment to youth development. (Courtesy Photo) A former Bad Axe High School graduate was recently honored for her ongoing dedication and leadership in mental health awareness and suicide prevention in her school and community. Jackie (Gavitt) Fermoyle, of Mt. Pleasant, a 1989 graduate of Bad Axe…