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Golden Gate residents, planning commission oppose proposed location of behavioral health center
According to Rich Yovanovich, who was presenting on behalf of the applicant, this isn’t the first petition the county has heard relating to expanding public health services. It has proven difficult to get approval of these buildings near residential communities.
Collier planning board gives thumbs down to mental health complex after neighbors pushback
Collier planning board gives thumbs down to mental health complex after neighbors pushback.
Caregiver Tip #11: How to Access Help for your Loved One
“At one time or another, we all have been touched by mental health needs, whether you, a family member, a coworker or a friend. Resources are available to support the financial costs associated with mental health wellness.”
Caregiver Tip #10: Four Tips for Caregiving Those with Addiction
“Caregiving is hard, and it can be lonely. I'm here to share four quick but not necessarily easy tips for caregivers today.”
Caregiver Tip #9: Get Loving People to Relieve You
“Caregivers have a great amount of worry and stress that can lead to mental exhaustion. Focusing so much energy on caring for someone with a mental illness, addiction, or thoughts of suicide, caregivers often neglect their own physical and mental health needs.”
Caregiver Tip #8: Hope for the future; recovery is possible.
“When a loved one develops a mental Illness, many falsely believe that the only path for the individual is one of immense struggle and diminished capacity across their life.”
Hurricane Ian intensifies mental health crisis in SWFL
Hurricane Ian’s destruction is intensifying the need for mental health services in Southwest Florida.
NAMI Collier County is reporting that calls to the Warm Line Center skyrocketed during the storm and continue to go up.
Help for mental health trauma from Ian is available: Here's where to find it
Hurricane Ian’s path of destruction in Southwest Florida is certain to take a mental health toll as people struggle to put their lives back together.
Help is available at the following locations from the state level, and in Lee and Collier counties. This list will be updated as mores sources become available.
Mental Health First Aid - Mind Your Mind Speaker Series with David Lawrence Centers
About DLC’s Mind Your Mind Speakers Series: In 2022, David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health (DLC) launched the community initiative, Mind Your Mind. This initiative invited individuals to prioritize their wellbeing, while also addressing the wellbeing of their family, friends, neighbors, and community. The Mind Your Mind campaign features a monthly email sent directly to your inbox. Each month focuses on an important topic related to mental wellbeing, and includes articles, educational resources, stories, and videos.
Collier County Medical Society takes action to prevent physician suicide
Being a physician can be challenging. And, it is not surprising that some physicians may undergo burnout, depression or suicidal thoughts.
Wounded Warriors of Collier County could end homelessness among veterans with latest project
The nonprofit Wounded Warriors of Collier County says it is on the verge of ending homelessness among veterans in the community.
Exciting News! Wounded Warriors of Collier County Raises $488K for Warrior Homes Program - 2022
Artist Rendition of the Delta House, which is a 10-unit apartment complex that can house up to 20 Veterans. Congratulations, Wounded Warrior of Collier County, for your recent funding success!
Mental health inpatient unit closing at NCH Healthcare System after 30 years; other options cited
Scott Burgess, David Lawrence Centers President and CEO, speaks during a ceremony announcing a partnership between Home Base Florida and David Lawrence Centers, Thursday, April 7, 2022, at DLC in Naples, Fla. The new outpatient mental health services are for veterans, service members and military families impacted by the invisible wounds of war. Landon bost/Naples Daily News/USA TODAY Network-Florida
Identify a safe space
Project Help says to identify a safe space that you can escape to and feel judgment-free. #weeklywellnesstip #safespace #judgementfree
Spend time with animals
Project Help encourages us to spend time with animals in nature for better physical and mental health #weeklywellnesstip #animalsinnature #bloodpressure #stresshormones
Avoid foods that make you sad
Andrea Joy Health Coaching reminds us to stay away from foods that bring us down. #weeklywellnesstip #foodmood #happyfood
Engage in healthy physical touch
Project Help tells us that healthy physical touch calms the nervous system and boosts happy hormones. #weeklywellnesstip #healthyphysicaltouch #happyhormones
Be Mindful
Andrea Joy Heath Coaching reminds us to be mindful and to utilize meditation, deep breathing, and yoga. #weeklywellnesstip #mindfulness #meditation