From Suicidal Thoughts to Hope and Support
At 28-years-old, Carter began struggling with suicidal thoughts. "At first, I tried to ignore them, but when they didn’t fade, I searched online for help. When I read Danny’s story, I knew that I had to stop pretending everything was fine. My best friend noticed something was going on even when I always said I was fine. When I finally opened up, it was the start of my healing." Honest conversations are so important for recovery. For Carter, starting these conversations helped him find more resources. Healthy Minds Philly offers online screenings and connections to local services designed to support Philadelphians regardless of insurance or income. The chat line connects individuals with peer specialists - real people ready to listen and help find appropriate [...]
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How You Can Help Domestic Violence Victims
If you or someone you know needs support, contact the Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline at 866-723-3014 (24/7/365). Call 911 in an emergency. Domestic violence supports [...]
LGBTQ+ History Month
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As we come to the close of Recovery Month, it has become ever clearer how fitting this year’s theme was: Recovery is [...]
Recovery is For Everyone: Every Person, Every Family, Every Community
Each year during National Recovery Month, we celebrate those who have faced adversity from mental health or substance use challenges. We typically [...]
