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International Survivors of Suicide Day
Saturday, November 21st is not only the Saturday before Turkey Day. It is also a day to observe and support international survivors of suicide. Sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Survivors Day is a time to give support to those who have lost...
Focus on Your Cup – November is National Family Caregivers Month
It is a 24-hour, seven day a week commitment to be there for someone who needs help taking care of themselves. National Family Caregivers Month recognizes those using all the time and effort they can to assist the elderly, the sick, and those with challenges who just...
Red Ribbon Week 2020
Red Ribbon Week is the nation's largest and longest-running drug-abuse prevention campaign. This years' theme is “Be Happy. Be Brave. Be Drug Free," and the campaign is being celebrated from October 23rd through October 31st. Since 1985, Red Ribbon Week has encouraged...
Farmer Mental Health Deserves Our Attention
Unfortunately, it should be no surprise to anyone that America is in the midst of a mental health crisis, which has only become exacerbated by the Covid-19 Pandemic. One group particularly affected by this crisis are America's farmers and ranchers. They face many...
World Mental Health Day
October 10th is World Mental Health Day, and this year's theme is especially pertinent in today's climate. The focus is mental health for all, with an emphasis on greater investment in mental health and greater access to mental health. According to the WHO, “The past...
Youth Homelessness
We all have to face challenges in this thing called life. Pause a minute, and think of all the things you have to over come on a daily basis. Write them down. Is one of them a safe place to call home or rest your head each night? For many of our neighbors in...
Providing Hope & Love to those suffering from Substance Abuse & Mental Health Disorders
"Recovery is an acceptance that your life is in shambles and you have to change it." – Jamie Lee Curtis. I so appreciate the humility and transparency of those that are in the public eye sharing their journey. Each day is a celebration when fighting off the war of...
Mental Health in the African American Community
Apportis stands by the African American Community in their fight for equality, justice, and peace. The African American Community is an integral part of the American melting pot. Their culture has made many significant impacts on shaping America, through art,...
World Suicide Prevention Day
Every year, September 10th is recognized as World Suicide Prevention Day. This day is in conjunction with September serving as Suicide Prevention Month to create awareness about the mental health challenges that millions of people face every day. At Apportis, it is...