Program News

The state of mental health in workplaces today presents both challenges and opportunities. While progress is being made, significant hurdles remain. Nearly one in five adults in the U.S. experiences a mental health condition annually, with many of these individuals being part of the workforce. Stress is pervasive, with 83% of U.S. workers reporting work-related […]

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 our understanding of how we can make the greatest impact. That’s why we are excited to share our refreshed mission, vision, and values—a foundation that […]

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 Charleston. This expansion not only underscores the success and critical importance of the 988 service but also highlights the state’s commitment to enhancing mental health […]

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 or a completed suicide.  Upon waiting to hear the cause of death for the professional golf player, Grayson Murray, on May 25th, I was holding […]

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 Rivera and Stormé DeLarverie. In response, the gay community fought back against government persecution. A year later, community organizer Fred Sargeant noted that the first […]

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 ensure that information is conveyed effectively, reducing the likelihood of misunderstanding and facilitating informed decision-making regarding treatment and support options. Trust is fundamental in any […]

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 for mental health initiatives. We invite YOU to join us! On May 16th, Mental Health Action Day, and throughout the entire month, show your support […]

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 easier to tune out the noise of the world, while the younger half of the population can’t imagine life without the internet. Modern life can […]

Although National Pet Day is a single day in the month of April, this year April 11, our pets’ adorable antics or cuddly dispositions might make us want to celebrate them every day. There’s no doubt that pets can enhance our lives in any number of ways, but scientists have only recently begun to explore […]

Two special observation weeks this month remind us to take time to value the service of those who meet us in our most challenging moments, offering their time, training, and attention to see us through crises. For 43 years, we have observed National Telecommunicators Week during the second full week of April, this year falling […]

Among MHAGC’s mental health consumer support services is the Reassurance Line – a dedicated, 24-hour, peer-to-peer telephone service that promotes confidence, safety, and connectedness for people living with chronic mental illness. Typically, participants are referred by Greater Greenville Mental Health Center or another mental health organization, making the Reassurance Line a bridge between consumers and […]

As we move swiftly toward spring, you may be looking forward to warmer weather, more time outside, and that extra hour of daylight. But there’s even more in store if you’re interested in upping your community engagement around mental health and wellness. Take a look below to find a few wellness activities and community events […]

On Sunday, March 10, 2024, Americans will observe the time-honored tradition of setting clocks forward one hour to preserve daylight in the evening hours. Certainly, there is plenty of potential good to come out of having more daylight hours – longer days can encourage more physical activity and outdoor recreation, lower energy consumption, make us […]

On a cool, rainy day in early March, a full crowd gathered in South Carolina’s State Capitol rotunda to hear messages of hope and healing for mental health. Hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – South Carolina Chapter, South Carolina Department of Mental Health, Mental Health America of South Carolina, and NAMI South Carolina, the State Capitol […]

When we think of self-care, the images that spring to mind may involve spas, gyms, or places where we treat the outside of ourselves with a bit of extra love and attention. But self-care is more than skin deep. It involves taking care of ourselves mentally and emotionally, prioritizing our own well-being so that we […]

Last month, members of MHAGC’s AmeriCorps State Service Program gathered with agency staff and program officers from the South Carolina Service Commission (SCSC) for the first seminar in a Self-Care Series, developed as part of the personal and professional development opportunities provided to AmeriCorps members during their year of service at MHAGC. The January 2024 […]

Two state events coming up in late February and early March give South Carolina community members an opportunity to convene, learn, and advocate toward better mental health and suicide prevention in our state. Both events take place in Columbia. Details and registration links are included below. Hope Rising in South Carolina 2024 Join the South […]