Regardless of race, religion, age or occupation, statistics show one in four individuals is affected with anxiety, stress or depression in their lifetime. We believe that mental health is something that affects us all-that achieving mental wellness requires work, and over time, everyone moves between different points along the continuum of mental wellness. We believe that all people have strengths and that each individual is ultimately his/her best advocate in preparing for lasting mental wellness.
The Mental Health Association promotes lasting mental wellness through a spectrum of culturally competent programs and services. We help people find the tools and resources that they need to achieve and maintain mental wellness. For over 70 years, we have promoted mental wellness in our community through educational programming, referral to needed services and individualized support and assistance to those in greater need. All of our programs focus on increasing each person’s ability to take care of him/herself as they move back and forth along the continuum of mental wellness. We want people to leave the Mental Health Association knowing how to recognize when they need help and the know-how to follow the steps to get it.
Annual Campaign
In our Annual Campaign letter, P. Ryan shared the story of his journey from despair to mental wellness, and the role the Mental Health Association played in helping him get back on his feet. We hope that after you read his story, you will consider making a donation to the Mental Health Association so that we can continue to help Rochester to be a strong, vibrant community for all of its residents.
Wellness Wednesday
This summer, we launched an new communications program, Wellness Wednessday, a short, monthly newsletter with tips on maintaining wellness. Wellness Wednesday covers topics ranging from Ways to Stay Connected to Managing Stress in a Tough Economy. The December 2009 edition is now on-line.
You can also subscribe to have the newsletter emailed directly to your email address.