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Smoke the Therapy Donkey Wins Award
We always like to pass along a little credit where credit is due.…
Crisis Intervention Team Training
Recently I had the unique experience of participating in the Heartland Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training with the Omaha Police Department, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department, and several other area law enforcement agencies. The commitment, compassion, and eagerness to improve their skills that these men and women showed throughout the week is commendable. Each officer volunteered to go through this 40-hour training and received a certification upon completion of the course.
NAMIWalks Fundraiser a Success
We had a great turn-out this morning for the C&A Industries Pancake Breakfast…
Siena/Francis House Breaks Ground, Builds Brighter Tomorrows
Congratulations to Siena/Francis House for another spectacular ground breaking ceremony. Although they did pick one of the coldest, most blustery days for the outdoor ceremony, hearts and spirits were warm as preparations were made for construction of a new permanent supportive housing apartment. The building will hold 48 efficiency apartments, each housing homeless men and women who have a disabling condition. Each unit rents for $250 a month, including utilities.
Wellness Program for SMI Population Seeks Positive Outcomes
The Kim Foundation recently read an article about a wellness program out of Indiana…
Reclaiming Children Newsletter
The Kim Foundation works diligently to connect individuals to mental health care resources.…
At Ease USA Celebrates Successes, Looks Toward Future
At Ease USA, a program created in partnership with Lutheran Family Services to assist active military, veterans, and their loved ones in receiving treatment for post-traumatic stress (PTSD) and related disorders, has a lot to be proud of. Since 2009, the program, which offers counseling services, group support programs, and community support, has helped more than 200 clients across the state with amazing results. According to program evaluation results, 100 percent of clients have reported a reduction in risk behaviors.
A Thought for Today
“Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” — Carl Sagan
Recent Department of Health and Human Services Speech
Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius recently gave a speech…
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