Johnson County Mental Health Center

A huge thank you to our incredible speakers for their invaluable contributions to the Suicide Prevention Coalition's "Thriving Through Change" event! Your insights and experiences have provided vital support and guidance to young adults and their families navigating life transitions. We are so grateful for your dedication to promoting mental wellness in our community.

On July 16, we celebrated two years since transitioning to the 988 number, making it easier for those facing a mental health crisis to connect with trained counselors via text, call, or chat. Read more about 988's second anniversary and its impact - both nationally and locally - in this week's Mental Health Moment: https://conta.cc/3Y2Ui5a #988Lifeline #ReimagineCrisis #CrisisSupport #MentalHealthMatters

July 17 is World Emoji Day - a fun way to celebrate and explore the power of emojis! Did you know? 🤔 ✨ 60% of U.S. emoji users agree that using emojis in communication has positively impacted their mental health. ✨ 91% of U.S. emoji users agree that emojis make it easier for them to express themselves. Emojis can be fantastic tools for both children and adults to learn and express their emotions. Sometimes, putting feelings into words can be tough, but practicing with emojis can make it easier and even fun! Take a moment today to check in with yourself and those around you. How are you feeling? Share your mood with an emoji in the comments! #WorldEmojiDay #ExpressYourself

Everybody needs help from time to time. If you’re experiencing depression or anxiety, feeling like you can’t enjoy life or are turning to drugs or alcohol to help you cope, please reach out for help. You don’t have to carry it all alone. We’re here for you. If you or someone you care about is struggling to cope with the stress or pressures of life, reach out now: - 988: call or text 24/7/365 - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)'s National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 - Your school’s mental health services - A doctor or therapist - A trusted adult #YouNeverKnow Source: Song for Charlie

Feeling easily irritated? Persistent tiredness? Stress levels never going down? It's time to prioritize yourself! Taking breaks, especially mid-day, is crucial for your mental well-being. A little "me time" can help you refresh, refocus, and re-energize. Don't neglect self-care – it’s essential for maintaining a healthy mind and body. Remember, it's okay to step back and take a breather. #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCare #MeTime #MentalWellness

🎉 Celebrating Two Years of 988! 🎉 Two years ago, we embarked on a transformative journey with the launch of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, providing crucial support and hope to countless individuals. Today, we reflect on the milestones and the incredible progress we’ve made together. From joining the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network in 2021 to obtaining accreditation from CARF International in 2022, and launching the 'Voices of 988' campaign, our commitment to mental health has never been stronger. 📞 1980s: JCMHC initiated its local Crisis Line 📞 2021: Joined the NSPL network 📞 2022: Obtained CARF accreditation 📞 2022: Transitioned to the 988 Lifeline 📞 2023: Celebrated 988’s first anniversary 📞 2023: Launched 'Voices of 988' campaign (joco988.org) 📞 2023: Co-located Crisis Line team with 911 dispatchers 📞 2024: Celebrating two years of 988 🎉 Let’s continue to grow, evolve, and give hope together 💙 #988Lifeline #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthMatters

Please join us on Thursday, July 25 for our next monthly meeting at the Olathe Downtown Library. We'll learn about Postvention from Patrick Bainbridge, Community Engagement and Partnership Coordinator, Kansas City VA Medical Center.

Join us this Wednesday (July 17) from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM at the Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center for "Thriving Through Change: Guiding Young Adults & Families to Mental Wellness." We are excited to feature two inspiring speakers from the Go Further Foundation, Catie Tweedie, LSCSW, LCSW and Ryder Chaffee, MBA. Learn more at GoFurtherFoundation.org. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable strategies for navigating life's transitions with mental wellness at the forefront. For more information and to register, visit https://lnkd.in/g6N9eQ2c.

🌅 Monday Motivation 🌅 Remember, it's okay to do less when you're dealing with more. Prioritize your mental health and give yourself the grace to take it easy. Your well-being matters! #MondayMotivation #MentalHealthMonday #MentalHealthMatters

Taking care of our mental health means being mindful of our thoughts and how we speak to ourselves. Instead of focusing on negative thoughts, let's try shifting our mindset with these positive affirmations: "I wish they wanted me." 👉 "I choose people that choose me back." "I feel so unwanted." 👉 "Am I in the right place?" "I’m not moving fast enough." 👉 "Slow growth is still growth. I’ll get there at my own pace." "They’ll think I’m making excuses." 👉 "I will say what I need to regardless of their perception." "Why are they like that?" 👉 "I can’t control others’ actions. I can only control my reaction." "I didn’t do enough today." 👉 "All days are not the same. I did what I could and that’s enough." "I am not having a good day." 👉 "Not every day is going to be great, but I’ll do one small thing to make it better." "I am a disappointment to everyone." 👉 "Satisfying others' version of my life is not my responsibility." Remember, self-love isn't about being perfect; it's about accepting ourselves as we are and growing from there. #SelfLoveSunday #SelfCareSunday #Affirmations