In a culture that involves the constant use of technology, sleep is frequently seen as optional to many. Yet science continues to show that sleep is one of the most powerful tools we have for protecting and strengthening our mental health.
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Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week: Behavioral Health + Housing Solutions That Work
Amber Honsinger M.S., LPC
Program Director
The systemic challenges surrounding mental illness and homelessness are deeper and more interconnected than many people realize. Most individuals experiencing homelessness have lived through significant trauma, trauma that can manifest as untreated mental health conditions, substance use, unemployment, disrupted family relationships, and life paths shaped more by hardship than by choice.
LIVE to Empower: Celebrating Recovery Month
Every September, we celebrate National Recovery Month, a time to honor the strength of individuals in recovery and to raise awareness about the importance of treatment, support, and community. Recovery looks different for everyone, but the common thread is resilience, courage, and the belief that healing is possible.
