Mental Health Awareness

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Mental Health and Wellness is a growing concern in our families, community, and nation. The 2020 pandemic only exacerbated these concerns. Montgomery City Council and staff are committed to being change agents in de-stigmatizing mental illness and increasing awareness, advocacy and education of mental health and wellbeing. The City is working on creating programming, content, and outreach efforts to support this initiative.

Care Solace

24/7/365 Mental Health and Social Service Care Coordination Service for the City of Montgomery.  Learn more!

Community Resources

Panel Discussion on Suicidal Ideation - Signs, Treatment, and Survivors

Montgomery Smashing the Stigma Podcast (Subscribe)

The Mourner's Bill of Rights

Though you should reach out to others as you do the work of mourning, you should not feel obligated to accept the unhelpful responses you may receive from some people. You are the one who is grieving, and as such, you have certain “rights” no one should try to take away from you.

The following list is intended both to empower you to heal and to help you decide how others can and cannot help. It is not intended to discourage you from reaching out to others for help but rather to assist you in distinguishing useful responses from hurtful ones.

Read the Mourner's Bill of Rights

Upcoming Events

Self-Harm & Non-Suicidal Self Injury in Children and Teens Presentation

May 1 2025

Terwilliger Lodge

Self-harm in children and teenagers is a serious issue that affects a significant portion of young people. Approximately 17% of adolescents report engaging in self-harm at least once, with the average age of onset being around 13 years old and behaviors peaking at about 16 years old. This behavior, also known as non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI),...

News

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Make a Resolution to Focus on Your Mental Health

Posted on January 20, 2025

Many of us resolve to lose weight or get in shape at the start of the new year. We want to eat right and exercise more. Did you know that your mental health is just as important as your physical health? The City of Montgomery knows mental health and wellness are essential to many residents...
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Montgomery Partners with Care Solace to Provide Mental Health Resource for All Residents

Posted on May 3, 2024

Beginning June 1 Montgomery has partnered with Care Solace to continue our commitment to provide accessible mental health and community-based resources for all residents. As a central hub of care, Care Solace serves as a critical liaison between first responders, justice systems, social agencies, and mental health providers. With a team of 500+ dedicated Care...
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Meet Asha, Montgomery’s Therapy Dog

Posted on April 29, 2024

The City of Montgomery is proud to introduce Asha, a one-year-old standard poodle and therapy dog who will be working closely with Montgomery staff. Asha is available to all city staff but will primarily report to work each day at our Montgomery Safety Center. The City recognizes the vital role played by its first responders....
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Volunteering is Good for Your Mental Health

Posted on December 12, 2022

December is not just the holiday season; it's also the month of giving back. Many people donate to their favorite charity this time of year, but you can also donate your time. Volunteering can be a positive step toward improving your mental health. Reducing Stress - relax and volunteer at an activity that you enjoy doing....
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It’s OK to Talk About Mental Health

Posted on March 30, 2022

Council Message by Mayor Craig Margolis Six months ago, I shared plans of a community initiative designed to address mental health concerns in our community. Through our many programs, commissions, and initiatives, Montgomery wants to continue to be known as a caring community, and promoting good mental health will be another way of demonstrating we...

Why a Bluebird?

The bluebird symbolizes hope, love, and renewal in many cultures. Even in the harshest climates, when bluebirds have a scarcity of food, they will manage to sing cheerfully. It is a sign that you should never lose faith, even in your darkest hours. You must hold to the belief that it will all be alright in the end.

Source: https://www.sonomabirding.com/bluebird-symbolism/

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