Health Action Item and Chronic Disease Self-Management Programs (CDSMP)
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National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, which shines a light on the unique mental health struggles in communities of color. This month focuses on breaking down the barriers that keep Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) from getting quality care. Right now, many people in these communities face extra hurdles like a lack of diverse doctors, heavy cultural stigma, and the daily stress of racial discrimination.
You can help make a difference this month by talking openly about mental health to break the stigma and sharing tools that offer support. If you or someone you know is struggling, remember that help is always available. You can call or text 988 anytime for free, confidential, and 24/7 support from the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Additional National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month Resources:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Minority Mental Health Month Information
- Knowledge and News on Women’s Health (KNOWH) blog from U.S. Food and Drug Administration Office of Women’s Health on National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
- Mental Health America Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
- Mental Health America Resource: Co-occurring: Mental Health and Chronic Illness
- National Alliance on Mental Illness Howard County
- The National Child Traumatic Stress Network Minority Mental Health Awareness Resources
🔎 Local Resources Include:
💪 Healthy Aging & Fitness
Get information about fitness classes, wellness programs, social engagement opportunities, and health education programs for older adults.
🎖 Veterans & Service Members
The Howard County Office of Veterans and Military Families (OVMF) provides guidance, information and access to Howard County veterans, military families, their dependents and survivors; promotes activities that serve veterans of all ages; and collaborates with other service providers to address more complex issues.
📱 CAREAPP
Connect to services such as mental health care, food, housing, transportation, and more.
CHRONIC DISEASE SELF-MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS (CDSMP)
Community-based education workshops to help people manage their ongoing health conditions. These interactive workshops are designed to improve individual’s self-management skills. Workshops aims to help participants stay active and engaged in their lives and builds confidence in managing their health.
(Digital Copies Only) CDSMP Flyer and Poster links available:
