Teens with an interest in mental health and wellbeing may apply to become a Teen Health and Wellness Ambassador. The University of Vermont (UVM) Extension 4–H Health HEROES (Health Education Resources for Outreach, Engagement and Service) program will provide free […]
Tag: mental health
State News
New 988 phone line for mental health crisis support is live
Vermont launched the 9-8-8 suicide and crisis lifeline on July 16. Callers will be immediately connected to compassionate, caring counselors who are trained to provide support for individuals experiencing everything from emotional distress to a mental health crisis. While they […]
Commentary, Opinion
Action needed now to protect Vermont schoolchildren
By Gregory M. Thayer Editor’s note: Gregory M. Thayer is a candidate for lieutenant governor. When we look at shootings, we need to stop blaming inanimate objects — the guns— for these tragedies. They are not the problem. Criminals or […]
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Climb Out of the Darkness event held in Rutland
Saturday, June 11 at 10 a.m.— RUTLAND — The Climb Out of the Darkness is the world’s largest event raising funds and awareness for the mental health of new families operated by Postpartum Support International. In its 10th year, the […]
Column, Funologist
The garage years: part 5, counseling sessions 5-6
By Sandra Dee Owens Session 5 I have no memory of counseling session 5. Session 6 At the end of session 6, the last one my husband and I would attend, the counselor suggested we find a Plan B before […]
Local News, State News
White River Junction VA Medical Center opens mental health beds to Vermonters in need
A partnership between the Dept. of Veterans Affairs and the state will alleviate some strain in the mental health system Agency of Human Services Secretary Mike Smith announced Oct. 27 that the Dept. of Veterans Affairs (VA) will temporarily offer […]
State News
Vermont remains first in the nation for mental health access
With a wide array of resources available, access to mental health services in Vermont continues to be ranked first in the nation, according to the annual report, State of Mental Health in America. “It’s an achievement Vermonters should be proud […]
2021 E-Editions
Mountain Times – Volume 50, Number 40 – Oct. 6-12, 2021
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Commentary, Opinion
From crisis comes opportunity: What I’ve heard from Vermonters
By Lt. Governor Molly Gray A year and a half after the onset of the pandemic, Vermont remains in the midst of ongoing recovery efforts. While there is so much uncertainty about the future, one thing we can be sure […]
Local News
Rutland Mental Health lands $600,000 for youth pilot program
By Emma Cotton/VTDigger RUTLAND — Health care providers hope a new $600,000 pilot program, coming to Rutland this fall, will help reduce mental health crises that send a high number of children and teens to the local hospital. On average, young […]