Dear friends, As we close out another remarkable year, we want to take a moment to reflect on all that we’ve accomplished together in 2024. From expanding support for vital […]
Operation Santa Claus Surprises Once More
Operation Santa Claus Surprises Once More
Guest Editor – Vanessa Vestergaard, Operation Santa Claus Program Director At Mental Health America of Greenville County (MHAGC), Operation Santa Claus is more than just delivering gifts—it’s about spreading MHAGC’s […]
Start Strong: Celebrating Mental Wellness Month
Start Strong: Celebrating Mental Wellness Month
January marks Mental Wellness Month, a time to refocus on nurturing our mental health and exploring tools to enhance well-being. As we step into the new year, it’s the perfect […]
From the Director’s Desk – December 2024
From the Director’s Desk – December 2024
Seasons Greetings friends, As the end of the year approaches, we here at Mental Health America of Greenville County is excited to share our renewed mission, vision, and values, which […]
988: A Lifeline for Mental Health Support and Hope
988: A Lifeline for Mental Health Support and Hope
Just over two years ago, the country launched the easy-to-remember 988 phone number for those experiencing mental health, substance use, or suicidal crises. 988 is like 911, but it’s specifically […]
Exciting Changes at MHAGC: Our Renewed Mission, Vision, and Values
Exciting Changes at MHAGC: Our Renewed Mission, Vision, and Values
At Mental Health America of Greenville County (MHAGC), we have always been dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities through our mental health services. As our organization grows, so does […]
Operation Santa News
Operation Santa News
Operation Santa Claus Wrapping up and Thanking all Guest Editor – Vanessa Vestergaard, Operation Santa Claus Program Director Around the holidays, we share and take a moment to extend our […]
From the Director’s Desk – November 2024
From the Director’s Desk – November 2024
Hello friends, This time of year can be a mix of joy and stress, and it’s important to prioritize your mental health amidst the hustle. Inside this newsletter, you’ll find […]
Supporting One Another: International Survivors of Suicide Loss Event
Supporting One Another: International Survivors of Suicide Loss Event
In 1999, Senator Harry Reid, who lost his father to suicide, introduced a resolution to the United States Senate, leading to the creation of International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. […]
Operation Santa Claus Updates
Operation Santa Claus Updates
Operation Santa Claus is one of Mental Health America of Greenville County’s longest-running and cherished programs. On July 16th, donors and recipients gathered to celebrate its lasting impact on the […]
The Importance of Prioritizing Mental Health During the Holidays
The Importance of Prioritizing Mental Health During the Holidays
As the leaves fall and the weather turns cooler, the holiday season is upon us once again. For many, this time of year brings family gatherings, joyous music, gift-giving, and […]
Suicide Awareness Month
Suicide Awareness Month
For September – A list of events happening locally and virtually as well as online resources Coming Soon.
Back to School Resources
Back to School Resources
By now, most of us have read or seen stories about the youth mental health crisis plaguing our country. From an ongoing after affects of the pandemic, lack of in-person […]
Shining a Light on Diversity: Celebrating National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Shining a Light on Diversity: Celebrating National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to highlight the unique strengths and challenges faced by Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) in […]
MHAGC Celebrates Operation Santa Claus with Christmas in July
MHAGC Celebrates Operation Santa Claus with Christmas in July
A guest column by Vanessa Vestergaard, Program Director of Operation Santa Claus Thanking those who support Operation Santa Claus is one of Mental Health America of Greenville County’s (MHAGC) favorite […]
Celebrating the Second Anniversary of 988 in South Carolina: A New Milestone with Charleston’s Second Call Center Opening
Celebrating the Second Anniversary of 988 in South Carolina: A New Milestone with Charleston’s Second Call Center Opening
As we mark the second anniversary of 988, the dedicated mental health crisis hotline, South Carolina proudly celebrates a significant milestone with the opening of its second call center in […]
From the Director’s desk – June 2004
From the Director’s desk – June 2004
Welcome Summer! As find ourselves in June, we are lifted by the momentum generated during May’s Mental Health Month. Strengthened and invigorated, we are ready to embrace the rest of […]
Reflections on Suicide
Reflections on Suicide
A guest column by Vanessa Vestergaard – Program Manager for MHAGC Bad news can hit home and directly affect all those who hear, especially the most tragic, a suicide attempt […]
Taking Pride in Mental Health
Taking Pride in Mental Health
In June 1969, the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in Greenwich Village, New York, was raided by police. This raid sparked a series of violent demonstrations led by activists Sylvia […]
The Power of Kind, Accurate Language in Mental Health Conversations
The Power of Kind, Accurate Language in Mental Health Conversations
Accurate language promotes understanding by conveying information in a clear and precise manner. When discussing mental health conditions, using terminology that is clinically accurate and up to date helps to […]
Ways to be involved in Mental Health Month
Ways to be involved in Mental Health Month
Join us in being Seen in Green for Mental Health! Throughout the month of May, Mental Health America of Greenville County is on a mission to raise awareness and support […]
May is Mental Health Month
May is Mental Health Month
We live in a rapidly changing world that can be complex to navigate. About half of Americans can remember a time when we were not constantly connected and it was […]
Celebrating National First Responders Day
Celebrating National First Responders Day
National First Responders Day, established by Congress in 2017 as an annual observance on October 28, recognizes the important work of those who respond to emergencies, disasters, and other urgent […]
MHAGC Renews Accreditation by the American Association of Suicidology!
MHAGC Renews Accreditation by the American Association of Suicidology!
Mental Health America of Greenville County (MHAGC) and the American Association of Suicidology (AAS) are proud to announce that MHAGC has received AAS accreditation for its crisis services program! AAS […]