“Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never ever have enough.” OprahCaring for our health is always important, but especially so as we respond to changes during the COVID-19 outbreak. Here’s one way to improve your physical, mental and social health – without leaving home! Practicing …
Mental Health Month 2020: Do You Know Your Tools2Thrive?
Did you know that 1 in 5 people will experience a mental illness during their lifetime? In fact, everyone faces challenges in life that can impact their mental health. The good news is there are practical tools that you can use to improve your mental health. And you can also help support your friends, family, and co-workers who are struggling …
What to Do When the Holidays Leave You Blue
It’s the holiday season. Maybe you’re rushing to get things done, or maybe you’re a little lonely when you hear a song about family and togetherness. Maybe this time of year isn’t the cozy, picture-perfect time that you wanted. Sometimes the holidays don’t live up to our expectations or all the hype. If you are feeling more blue than jolly, …
Mental Health Month 2019: The Mind-Body Connection
What do animal companionship, spirituality and religion, humor, work-life balance, and social connections all have in common? They’re all ways to boost mental health and general wellness. Mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being, and mental illnesses are common and treatable. A healthy lifestyle can help to prevent the onset or worsening of mental health conditions, as …
The Link Between the Arts, Health and Wellness
Nutrition and exercise seem to be the buzz words for being healthy and maintaining mental wellness. Other advice includes having a good sleep routine, practicing relaxation, and having a good social network. Are you looking for something else to add to your toolbox? Why not try the arts? The Arts, Health and Wellness The link between the arts and health …
Coping with Depression at Work
Almost ten percent of the population experiences a depressive illness at some point in their life. An important part of recovering from depression is to participate in as many of your regular daily activities as possible, including work. But, if you are suffering from depression, you may find working with co-workers, or even talking to them, is an enormous effort. …
May is Mental Health Month: “Risky Business”
Did you know that 1 in 5 adults in the U.S or more than 43.8 million people experience mental illness each year? While mental illness can be an invisible disability, it impacts people at home, work, school, and in the community. It is an issue we struggle with at the local, state and national level. How do we better connect …
New Mental Health Services Option and the State of Mental Health Report
As residents of Wisconsin, it is everyone’s responsibility to improve the state of mental health and at ERI we are dedicated to doing our part. Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) program One program that is making its way throughout Wisconsin is the Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) program, and it is hoped that the program will give support to a population frequently …
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