As summer comes to an end, we’re highlighting how summer camps help promote youth mental health. Learn about the local camps ADAMH funded this year: adamhfranklin.org/adamh-invests-…

NEW: The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline launched American Sign Language services for callers who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. It’s a new resource for people to access help when they need it. 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/…

Registration is now open for our annual meeting. Join for insightful discussions on 988 and mobile crisis response. Details here: adamhfranklin.org/2023-annual-me…

ADAMH’s own McKayla Elliott recently was featured on an episode of Columbus Concerns, where she spoke about ADAMH’s NaloxBox project partnership with Ohio State campus and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Listen here: spreaker.com/user/nabcomedi…

Sept. 21 marks National Opioid & Substance Awareness Day, an observance aimed at raising awareness on the impact of opioid overdoses. If you or someone you know is currently struggling or in crisis, please call or text 988. Find help from an ADAMH provider adamhfranklin.org/providers/

In collaboration with the Columbus Division of Police and other first responders, we provide Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) trainings. Check out some of our statistics below. Read more about CIT trainings in our 2022 annual report: tinyurl.com/ADAMH-report

Today kicks off #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek & we want to remind everyone that NAMI is here for you. Learn more about our support groups, NEW NAMI Teen and Young Adult HelpLine & more at nami.org/miaw

Take a look at this drone footage to see how the Franklin County Crisis Care Center has progressed over the last few months! youtu.be/3pJ6xm1gNLk Franklin County Board of Commissioners City of Columbus @CentralOhhc Elford Construction NBBJ Design

It’s World Mental Health Day! Taking care of your mental health is essential for your overall well-being. Check out a few self-care strategies from SAMHSA to maintain positive mental health. samhsa.gov/blog/mental-he…

Thank you to everyone who joined us for ADAMH’s 2023 Annual Meeting. We were delighted to host many individuals from our provider network, as well as community partners and elected officials.

Improving behavioral health crisis response is a priority for ADAMH and was the focus of our 2023 Annual Meeting. Missed the meeting? You can listen to a replay of the keynote presentation on 988 and the panel discussion on mobile crisis response. adamhfranklin.org/2023-annual-me…

October is Substance Misuse Prevention Month and Youth Substance Use Prevention Month. Prevention aims to stop substance misuse before it starts. For more information, visit samhsa.gov/newsroom/preve…

Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day, which encourages the public to remove unneeded medications from their homes to prevent medication misuse and opioid addiction. Search the site locator to find a collection site near you. dea.gov/takebackday

.@ColumbusCouncil approved an additional $1 million in capital funds for the Franklin County Crisis Care Center, helping us reach our goal to fully fund the construction of the facility. adamhfranklin.org/crisis-care-ce… Franklin County Board of Commissioners City of Columbus Governor Mike DeWine Shannon Hardin @CentralOhhc

A new center to assist residents experiencing mental health or substance use issues is one step closer to becoming a reality. Establishing this supportive space will help us build a stronger, healthier community. ADAMH Board of Franklin County @ColumbusCouncil MORE 🔽 bit.ly/47oqlOS

This week, Council allocated $4.5 million as part of our $11 million commitment toward the construction of the new ADAMH Board of Franklin County Crisis Care Center. The city’s investment highlights the importance of mental health and addiction services and creating a healthier community.

Naloxone kits are now available at 28 locations across the campus of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center thanks to a collaboration with the Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board of Franklin County. #WeAreHealthCare ow.ly/55jG50Q3VFs

November is National Family Caregivers Month. It's a time to celebrate the contributions of caregivers, provide them with tools that they need and continue to advocate for individuals with mental illness. Learn more at MHAnational.org/caregivers