mental health resources
Coverage of mental health resources in the Nexus archive.
- Mental health resource reminders as Colorado wildfires persist
The article highlights mental health resource reminders in response to ongoing Colorado wildfires. BHA Commissioner Beasley noted that wildfires cause overwhelming stress, worry, and physical impacts from smoke and property damage.
- Student Lifeline Act will place crisis resources on North Carolina student IDs
North Carolina students will have easier access to mental health resources through the Student Lifeline Act, which adds crisis resources to student IDs and school websites. Gov. Josh Stein signed the state budget including this act, effective this school year.
- An outdoor paradise in California has a high suicide rate. Locals are determined to turn it around
The Lake Tahoe region in California, known for its scenic beauty, has a higher suicide rate than the state average due to a shortage of mental health resources. Residents are working to address this issue, referred to as the 'paradise paradox,' despite the area's reputation as a tourist destination.
- A year after the flood, Kerr County rebuilds one day at a time
Kerrville, Texas, is still recovering from a flood that occurred a year ago, with the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country having raised $150 million to support rebuilding efforts, including homes, parks, and mental health resources for affected residents.
- Sheffield releases 100+ page report on Detroiters quality of life issues
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield released a 100+ page report summarizing over 8,000 resident responses to a survey on quality of life issues, including neighborhood improvements, public transit, job opportunities, mental health resources, and government services. The report, developed with input from organizations like Detroit Action and Eastside Community Network, outlines initiatives such as new streetlights, expanded affordable housing funding, and a senior affairs office.