December 2019
Back to Basics with Dr. James Mooney, M.D.
In this story, Dr. Mooney finds that when it comes to allowing patients to make some of their own care decisions, a little goes a long way. Click below for more information.
Our Human Community: Local Planning and Governance
This month we're highlighting the final focus area of MHRB's mission, the “Importance of Local Planning and Governance.” All counties in Ohio have a mental health and recovery board like ours, and county boards serve an important purpose because they understand the needs of their communities. Click below to learn more about the importance of local planning and governance.
Agency Spotlight

Appleseed Community Mental Health Center’s Supported Employment Program
Appleseed Community Mental Health Center offers its clients a supported employment program that not only helps clients find a job that fits their skills and needs, but also helps clients connect with schooling/educational efforts to help clients achieve their goals. Denise Conrad, Supported Employment Coordinator at Appleseed, spends time getting to know the clients and their needs and meets with community businesses to find out what their employment needs are. The mission at Appleseed does not end with the client getting a job. The program works with clients in the areas of: helping with career development, support coping skills, building confidence, helping clients move up the ladder, and help with benefits. The end result would not be just getting a job, but landing a "dream job". Learn about the program . Listen to a program participant talk about how it benefited him. Learn more about the significant difference this program can make in a person’s life!
Save the Date!

Pat Risser RSVP Conference | March 31, 2020
The 12th Annual Pat Risser RSVP Conference will be held on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at Ashland University’s John C. Myers Convocation Center. “Empowerment Through Advocacy” is the conference’s theme, presented by keynote speaker James B. Gottstein, Esq. Click here for more information, and then make sure to put it down on your calendar!
Mental Health Tip

Crush Holiday Stress!
Are you feeling depleted and overwhelmed this holiday season—or even depressed? Managing all the tasks you need to get done, alongside difficult family relationships and heightened expectations, can cause extra stress during this time of year. Read this article about how you can manage stress and take better care of yourself.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from MHRB!
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Henry David Thoreau