Caring Community
Official blog of Coleman Health ServicesCaring Community is Coleman’s blog that reports on many aspects of the ever-changing world of behavioral health, recovery and social services. They include stories about wellness, support, new insights, what is happening globally, nationally and locally in the communities served by Coleman Health Services.
Post Holiday Blues – Winter Months Following the Holidays Can Trigger Depression and Anxiety
Signs to look out for in children, teens and adults susceptible to depression and anxiety. Tips on how to avoid stress and triggers now that the holidays are over.For many people, the holiday season is a time filled with parties, presents, traditions and memories with...
Too Late for 2019 Charitable Giving? Not a Chance!
Did you know? That the IRS considers online donations for 2019 to be right up until 11:59 pm on December 31? If you mail a check to a charity, it counts for 2019 if it’s postmarked on or before December 31? 31% of all annual giving occurs in December? 12% of all...
Integrated Care Services 101 – The Behavioral Health Model is Changing
Believe it or not, people with chronic physical pain and mental health conditions account for 86% of the $2.7 trillion of the healthcare expenditures in the U.S. each year. Patients with multiple chronic conditions cost up to seven times more than those with one. In...
Join the Voices for Recovery [Part 2]
More on National Recovery Month As you saw from Part I, this month offers much hope for those on their path to recovery. This blog post will focus the way the healthcare community and youth (ages 12-25) can help with the process. It will recovery tools...
Comedy Night Coming to St. Florian Hall
Coleman's Rescheduled Comedy Night will be Saturday, April 18, 2020. Pittsburgh-based Slapstick Production Comedians is returning to Jefferson County for the 2nd Annual Comedy Night benefitting Coleman Health Services. They will be performing Saturday, April 18th at...
Calming School Anxieties
How To Help Your Child Conquer School Anxiety Concrete Action Steps to Reduce Their Stress Levels School has started and students are in the classrooms with their new supplies wearing their new clothes. But now the reality and stresses of the school year are becoming...
Join the Voices for Recovery (Part 1)
National Recovery Month Kicks Off with New Theme This month celebrates the millions of Americans who are in recovery from mental and substance abuse disorders. The Coleman Health Services team is committed to spreading the word that treatment is valid, and...
Fall 2019 Newsletter
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What You Need to Know About a Mental Health Crisis
A few months ago, a relative of mine died by suicide. It was a shock to the entire family, who didn’t realize she was going through a crisis. They missed the signs. Had her family and friends known, they could have urged her to get help. Unfortunately, there are many...
Your Mental Health: Online vs. In-Person Help
Do Quizzes, Assessments, and Apps Work? In this digital age, it seems reasonable that you should be able to turn to your smartphone for answers about your well being. The world-renowned Cleveland Clinic recently partnered with Oscar for 24/7 video care for their...
Employee Spotlight is on Sandy Myers
This year, Sandy Myers celebrates her 30th year with Coleman Health Services. As Nelson Burns and the top management team can endorse, Sandy has been instrumental in the expansion of our behavioral health services, both across the area and the depth of services....
Here’s an Infographic that explains two major concerns involving men’s mental health: addiction and suicide.
June is Men’s Health Month “Big boys don’t cry.” “Push through the pain.” These are two sayings many young men grow up with, and unfortunately, they stay in their head throughout adulthood. The stigma that men show no weakness works to the detriment of every man,...