Stories and Updates

Toxic Positivity (noun)- The excessive and ineffective overgeneralization of a happy, optimistic state across all situations. The process of toxic positivity results in the denial, minimization, and...

In the 20 years I lived in Summit County I can remember moving at least 10 times. Most homes I barely moved into, leaving most boxes packed and ready to go in an instant, depending on how long the...

Sarah and Tom have lived in Summit County for over 10 years. They loved the outdoor opportunities and small-town feel when they first arrived. She works as a nurse; he works full time for the ski...

The summer of 2021 was a challenge for Dylan Stein. Living in Portland, Oregon, working for a startup company, the pandemic was raging as were the wildfires of the Pacific Northwest. The air was...

8 Dimensions of Wellness for everyday life Recently I began to feel an increase in my anxiety. I felt it physically and mentally with various symptoms including a racing mind and a restless body...

S.M.A.R.T team is an asset to the communityInteractions between law enforcement and individuals dealing with mental health crises have continued to be a problem all over the country. Recently in...

Mental health hardships continue for mountain-resort communities For many years people have migrated to Summit County from all over the globe to live the mountain-lifestyle dream. Whether you are...

With many years of experience as a nurse in public health, Amanda Merriman recalls an experience that remains formative to her professional journey in the health industry. While working a shift at a...

You're ready to try talk therapy, now what? Several years ago my family was suddenly hit with an unimaginable tragedy. I found myself in a dark place, experiencing difficulty processing what I had...

Peer Support: Let's text or talk"I feel so much better now that I could talk to someone." - Anonymous  More often than not life is demanding and can feel far from perfect. Challenges can appear...

Reducing Stigma and Normalizing Mental Health “Sharing my story is important for those of us who go through trauma, tragic loss, frustrations, depression, or suicidal thoughts to find the hope and...

Keeping Summit Warm and Fed - Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week November 14-23 Many years ago I found myself in a complicated living situation. Fresh out of college, I returned to Summit County...