"In the move to virtual classes, schools say they can no longer depend on teachers to notice warning signs and refer students to mental health services." Mental health professionals and school district leaders are both navigating how to help children during this time.

The COVID-19 #pandemic has affected all of us in some way. We are here to help. The Crisis Counseling Assistance Program can provide ways to get the help you need to deal with this crisis, no matter what your circumstances. Contact us by calling 913-563-6514. #KSStrongerTogether

We're grateful for the chance to help facilitate these important conversations with #ZeroReasonsWhy If you are concerned about someone you care about, there is always someone ready to take your call: 913-788-4200.

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“People who have untreated mental illness are 16 times more likely to be killed during a police encounter, and those who have an untreated severe mental illness are involved in up to half of all fatal police shootings” It doesn’t have to be this way. cbsnews.com/amp/news/denve…

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools district has lost more than 20 students over the past year, many to gun violence. They're asking all of us to join them in saying #EnoughisEnough. Join this effort by attending next week's Enough is Enough community forum. Register here: bit.ly/377Qrbz

Our next community newsletter will go out next week. Sign up today to make sure it lands in your inbox. We share the latest updates from across Wyandot BHN, as well as #jobopenings & information about how to care for your #mentalhealth. Sign up here: lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/U0yALZn

Over the past year, Alive & Thrive Wyandotte County has changed its approach to creating a healthy & resilient community. When COVID-19 forced interactions to go online, they found meaningful ways to continue important community conversations. Read more: wyandotbhn.org/news/finding-o…

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all of us in some way. We are here to help. The Crisis Counseling Assistance Program can provide ways to get the help you need to deal with this crisis, no matter what your circumstances. Contact us by calling 913-563-6514. #KSStrongerTogether

Working from home means we get to skip our daily commute But is that a good thing for our #mentalhealth? Thanks to Donna Pitman KMBC for talking with #WyandotCenter's Rachel Erpelding about why you might want to consider adding a "fake commute." bit.ly/31HrS21

COVID-19 has taken a toll on all of us in some way. If you're looking for a way to heal in a socially distanced, but connected way, we invite you to join us for our weekly Mindfulness for Mental Health zoom meetings. To sign up or learn more, email [email protected].

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Take some time this month to learn how protective factors and adverse childhood experiences impact families and communities: bit.ly/3wgZEtb #ChildAbusePreventionMonth #ThrivingFamilies

The Metro Council is planning a 2-day virtual conference to help kick off #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, complete with two keynote speakers and more than 30 breakout sessions to choose from. Please join us May 6 & 7. Visit mentalhealthkc.org to register. #mentalhealthkc

The Mental Health KC Conference is just a couple of days away. There's still time to register. This year's virtual conference includes 2 keynotes and your choice of 34 breakout sessions on a variety of topics. Register: mentalhealthkc.org #mentalhealthkc #mentalhealthmonth

‘Care To Explain?’ Ask Conservative Parents After Finding Vaccine Card In Son’s Underwear Drawer bit.ly/3nUE6Pt

Earlier today, Wyandot BHN President & CEO Randy Callstrom had the privilege of witnessing Kansas Governor Laura Kelly sign House Bill 2208, establishing Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics in the state of Kansas. Read more: bit.ly/3xcM89z

June is #MensHealthMonth. Mental Health is an important part of overall wellbeing. But men are less likely than women to seek treatment for mental health challenges. Now is a good time to check on the men your life. Read more about men & #mentalhealth: bit.ly/3wnHPIJ

Happy birthday to an amazing son and a pretty good guy.

We were excited to host Rep. Sharice Davids yesterday at Frank Williams Outreach Center in downtown KCK. Frank Williams Outreach Center is a drop-in center for people experiencing #homelessness. Thank you, Rep. Davids, for your continued support of #mentalhealth initiatives here in KC.