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Save the date:
Project Healthy Moms Sips N Strokes Paint Night
Join us for our BYOB paint night at Sips N Strokes Toco Hills on
March 24, 2017 from 6:30 - 10 PM! Don't forget to bring family, friends, snacks, and a few dollars for our raffle. We can't wait to see you there!
To Reserve your canvas,
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When you donate through PayPal Giving Fund, all fees are on them. That means that 100% of your donation goes to the nonprofit of your choice.
To donate,
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Mind your Health!
Take a free mental health screening on our website.
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| FundaMENTAL Matters March 13, 2017 Issue #88 |
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Because there is no HEALTH without MENTAL HEALTH!
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Meet Jewell Gooding, MHA of GA's New Executive Director!
Sarah Schwartz, MSW, MBA, MHA is leaving MHA of Georgia after 10 years as the organization's Executive Director. In Sarah's words: "Having been with the organization so long, this decision was not an easy one. I have thoroughly enjoyed the work I've had the privilege to do at MHA, the people with whom I've had the honor of working, and the Georgians I've been privileged to serve. I will be leaving MHA of Georgia to take a position at Emory University as Director of the Veterans Mental Health Program in the University's Brain Health Center. Although bittersweet to be leaving after a decade, I am excited for the new challenges ahead in my upcoming role. I am leaving MHA of Georgia in a good place with regard to our programs and advocacy & policy work. I am certain that the great work we do for the state will continue with the strong team that's in place and with the addition of an amazing new Executive Director! Mrs. Jewell Gooding will be taking the helm at MHA of GA as of April 3, 2017."
Jewell H. Gooding, MBA, MA, NCC is a National Certified Counselor
with a personal investment in Mental Health. As a mother of three active boys, Mrs. Gooding strives to create an environment that welcomes diversity and celebrates advocacy. Mrs. Gooding's fervor for mental health emerged from her work as a case manager at a homeless shelter while obtaining her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Tennessee State University. In 2005, Mrs. Gooding received a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling and provided individual and family therapy to youth as well as families for 13 years. In 2015, she received her Master's in Business Administration from the University of Georgia to provide expertise in business and program development in order to assist organizations in building sustainable programs for youth, young adults and families seeking recovery support services throughout Georgia.
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March is Developmental disabilities Awareness Month
Developmental disabilities are a group of chronic conditions that form during the developmental period. These disabilities, such as Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder, have an impact on daily life and usually last throughout the lifespan.
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Did you know?
Men are less likely than women to seek help for mental health issues such as depression, stressful life events, and substance abuse. Often, this reluctance to speak about mental health is due to social norms and downplaying symptoms. Mental illness is nothing new for men, with over 6 million suffering from depression each year and just about 19 million suffering from an anxiety disorder. Since 2000, suicide rates have been on the rise for men; now suicide is the 7th leading cause of death among males. Men's mental health is important and to end this stigma, we must start the conversation.
To view clips of men sharing their mental health experiences,
You can practice mindfulness meditation everyday! There has been an increase in research validating that meditation is a resourceful way to cope with stress and help reduce depression and anxiety. With that in mind, many may feel that working meditation into an already busy schedule can be quite challenging. However, there are several ways to integrate meditation into your daily life that will enhance your mental health.
To learn tips on how to add meditation into your daily routine,
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MHA of Georgia needs your help! We are looking for volunteers to assist us during our Casino Night fundraiser on Saturday, April 8, 2017. If you are interested in more information or volunteering with us for an important and exciting night, please contact Taimere at 678-904-1973 or email her at taimere@mhageorgia.org.
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MHA of Georgia would like to send a special thank you to our Sponsors who have contributed to our Casino Night fundraiser so far! We certainly appreciate your support!
Meredith McCoyd,
April Ray, Glenda Wrenn, Deloria P. Chubbs, David Cunningham,
Carol Levy,
Mike & Melisa Beauchamp
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IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS!
Purchase a ticket today
and enter a drawing to win a 5-day Cancun Stay for you and your family!
*Some restrictions apply
The winner will be announced on Tuesday, March 14, 2017!
For more information and
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CLINICAL TRIALS CORNER
Attention and Memory Research.
This research study seeks to understand if two commonly prescribed medications affect attention and anxiety while performing computer-based tasks. The study involves one assessment visit and two outpatient visits.
The study is enrolling healthy participants, ages 18-50.
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