“The Bridge” Newsletter
Our newsletter, “The Bridge,” offers information about our local programs, courses, and community outreach activities as well as news of interest to our membership. We often include information about programs sponsored by other mental health support organizations in or near our affiliate towns. We publish the first Wednesday of each month, except in July and August. To inquire about submitting or collaborating on an article, contact us at nami.cmsx@gmail.com. To sign up to receive “The Bridge” via email, send us an email or use the form below.
We hope to expand our communication team and seek volunteers who might enjoy writing, building a library of graphics, sharing regional mental health news, or growing connections on Facebook and Instagram. We aim to rebalance our time and energy across our website, newsletter, and social media. Let’s chat about communication! Contact us at nami.cmsx@gmail.com to discuss the volunteer opportunities.
Support for Job Seekers
The Cole Resource Center’s Workforce program assists with employment.
Veterans’ Mental Health: National and Regional Support Options
Learn about Clear Path for Veterans of New England in Devens MA along with clinical and peer support options.
NAMI HelpLine for Teens and Young Adults (TYA)
NAMI Teen and Young Adult HelpLine is something to know about for anyone in that age range. This is actually resources for help found and presented by young people. This is not a crisis line.
An excellent NAMI blog entitled “Strengthening Mental Health Support for Students” has a link here.
September is Suicide Prevention Month
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Learn more and be aware of activities to address suicide.
Mass Prioritizes Behavioral Health with More Funding
Massachusetts legislators are prioritizing behavioral health with more funds for FY24.
Kiva Centers—What Are They?
Kiva Centers are nationally recognized, peer-run, healing-focused, and trauma-informed. The closest Kiva Center is in Worcester. Learn more.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational interviewing, a technique that mental health professionals use to bring about healthy change, is being shared with all of us. Dr. Emily Kline offers a “starter” explanation. Short courses and books are also available.
New 24/7 DMH Behavioral Health Help Line for Massachusetts
A new 24/7 Department of Mental Health Behavioral Health Help Line is set to launch in January 2023. Also, learn more about 988 in Massachusetts.
Newsletter Archives
Find previous posts from “The Bridge” organized by categories such as Resources and Personal Stories.
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