Dear Friends, March is a month that doesn’t quite know which coat to wear. One day, we’re clinging to winter routines; the next, we’re cracking the windows open and daring […]
The Power of Listening
The Power of Listening
At Mental Health America of Greenville County’s 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call Center, active listening is not just one part of training — it is the foundation of everything […]
Strength in Slowing Down
Strength in Slowing Down
February marked the beginning of the Chinese Lunar New Year, a tradition observed across many Asian cultures and communities around the world. Unlike the January 1 calendar reset, the Lunar […]
Mindfully Walking in Nature
Mindfully Walking in Nature
Contributing Writer – Vanessa Vestergaard This spring, I want to return to nature for my mental health after a long absence. I have missed the benefits of walking in the […]
From The Director’s Desk – February 2026
From The Director’s Desk – February 2026
Dear Friends, February has a way of reminding us about love—often the kind we give to others. This month, we invite you to pause and consider another equally important kind: […]
Coming Back to Survivors of Suicide
Coming Back to Survivors of Suicide
by Ernest Glenn, Guest Writer I took twenty years off as a member of the Survivors of Suicide group sponsored by MHA. I came back happily and gratefully when I […]
The Bell That Still Rings
The Bell That Still Rings
117 Years of Mental Health America On February 19, Mental Health America marks its 117th anniversary—a milestone of both reflection and resolve. For more than a century, the organization has […]
Be Your Own Valentine
Be Your Own Valentine
February often arrives in a flurry of hearts, flowers, and reminders to show love to others. While connection is important, this month can also be a gentle invitation to turn […]
From the Director’s Desk – January 2026
From the Director’s Desk – January 2026
Dear Friends, As we begin 2026, I want to take a moment to speak directly from the heart and say thank you. Your generosity, encouragement, and belief in this work […]
Uplifting
Uplifting
Sharing the Gift That Became Operation Santa Claus 2025 By Vanessa Vestergaard, Contributing Writer As the holiday season comes to a close, Operation Santa Claus 2025 brings with it a […]
Strength Begins with Connection
Strength Begins with Connection
Where we’ve been and where we’re going We closed 2024 with hope—and stepped into 2025 with strength. That strength carried us through a year defined by growth, connection, and an […]
A Word from our Board President
A Word from our Board President
by Darin Thomas, MHAGC Board President Happy New Year to the Mental Health America of Greenville County Staff, our Community, and our Allies! Mental Health America of Greenville County (MHAGC) provides a […]
Available to Answer
Available to Answer
– Live 5 News Reports More than 26 years ago, Jennifer Piver made a call to a crisis line—not because she was in immediate danger, but because she needed support […]
From The Director’s Desk – December2025
From The Director’s Desk – December2025
Dear Friends, As the season wraps us in its familiar warmth and soft light, we’re reminded of how deeply connection matters. This time of year invites us to slow down, […]
Confronting Stigma
Confronting Stigma
Mental Health America of Greenville County: Confronting the Stigma in South Carolina, One Conversation at a Time by Chris Hale, Community Outreach Specialist Mental health is a crucial aspect of […]
Youth Show Their Spirit
Youth Show Their Spirit
For Operation Santa Claus By Vanessa Vestergaard, Contributing Writer Operation Santa Claus is now underway, working to bring warmth and brightness to both body and spirit. I am writing this […]
Every Call Answered
Every Call Answered
A Connection That Saves Lives Every day, people across our community reach out looking for someone to listen, someone who will understand, support, and help them find their way through […]
From The Director’s Desk – November 2025
From The Director’s Desk – November 2025
Dear Friends, As our year begins to wind down, many of us find ourselves reflecting on the challenges we’ve faced and the ways we’ve shown up for one another. It’s […]
Native American Heritage Month
Native American Heritage Month
Honoring Heritage, Strength, and Healing November is Native American Heritage Month: a time to celebrate the strength, culture, and contributions of Native American, Alaska Native, and Indigenous communities. It’s also […]
QPR: A Simple Step That Can Save a Life
QPR: A Simple Step That Can Save a Life
Every day, people across our community quietly carry the weight of thoughts of suicide—often unseen, often unheard. For those who have lost someone to suicide, the pain is profound and […]
Honoring the Heart of Care
Honoring the Heart of Care
Recognizing National Family Caregivers Month Each November, we pause to honor the dedication, compassion, and resilience of those who care for others — the family members, friends, and neighbors who […]
Honoring Survivors
Honoring Survivors
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Every year, the Saturday before Thanksgiving marks International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day (ISOSLD), a day recognized by the U.S. Congress for friends and […]
Promoting Dignity Through Connection
Promoting Dignity Through Connection
At Mental Health America of Greenville County, we believe that connection is one of the most powerful ways to promote dignity for people living with chronic mental health challenges. Every […]
From The Director’s Desk – October 2025
From The Director’s Desk – October 2025
Dear Friends, As the cooler temperatures of fall arrive and we slowly move toward the end of the year, we at Mental Health America of Greenville County are reminded of […]








































