Mental Health Association of Rockland County

Well said, Glenn Close!

While our holiday traditions may be very different this year, we wish you days filled with joy and contentment. Merry Christmas!

Be kind, always.

While doing your Amazon holiday shopping, please consider choosing Mental Health Association of Rockland as your charity of choice! You can also find items on our "Wish List" requested by the community members we serve for the holidays. Thank you and happy holidays from all of us at MHA of Rockland! #mharockland

For all the moms out last-minute shopping or wrapping gifts against time, here's a great way to ease holiday stress with a good laugh!

Protecting your mental health is very important.

Thank you to all of our supporters and staff who helped make the holidays a little brighter for the clients and families we serve. We were able to deliver gifts of food, toys and clothing; bringing joy to many this holiday season. With Gratitude, #mharockland

The pandemic has been a struggle for everyone, especially for those who are battling substance use disorders and mental health challenges. The isolation has cut people off from the much needed connection they need to recover. If you are feeling isolated and overwhelmed, MHA of Rockland is here for you. Call a Client and Family Advocate for assistance at 845-267-2172 x296 . #mharockland

Visits to the ER for kids’ mental health-related visits climbed steadily from mid-April through October, according to a recent federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report.

A special THANK YOU to Genoa Healthcare for your generous sponsorship for MHA of Rockland's Food for Thought: a virtual cooking fundraiser to support mental health awareness! Your gift will support expanding mental health programs to meet the emerging needs of the community as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Companies or individuals wishing to sponsor Food for Thought can find information about sponsorship opportunities at www.mharockland.org/food-for-thought or contact Velvet Reda at 845-216-4045, [email protected]. #mharockland #mhafoodforthought

A special THANK YOU to Allen & Gerri Morantz Zabusky for your generous sponsorship for MHA of Rockland's Food for Thought: a virtual cooking fundraiser to support mental health awareness! Your gift will support expanding mental health programs to meet the emerging needs of the community as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Companies or individuals wishing to sponsor Food for Thought can find information about sponsorship opportunities at www.mharockland.org/food-for-though...t or contact Velvet Reda at 845-216-4045, [email protected]. #mharockland #mhafoodforthought See more

Please note: For Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020 - MHA of Rockland County is closed for the holiday.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to OPERATION SHARE! Our dedicated, compassionate staff will wrap and deliver toys, clothing and food for the holidays to the clients, children and families we serve. We appreciate your generosity and kindness in helping to make the holidays brighter for so many during this very challenging time. There is still time to donate to Operation Share at www.mharockland.org/donate-mha Happy holidays from our MHA family to yours! #mharockland

Have a relaxing weekend...

We may not always be aware of the impact we have on others

Today, November 3, our offices are closed for Election Day. As always, our Residential Services offer 24/7 care and support. If you haven't voted, today is the day! If you have already voted, consider helping someone get to the polls. #mharockland #electionday #takebacktuesday

A special THANK YOU to Gregg Loomis and Allstate for your generous Diamond Level sponsorship for MHA of Rockland's Food for Thought: a virtual cooking fundraiser to support mental health awareness! Funds raised will support expanding mental health programs to meet the emerging needs of the community as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Companies or individuals wishing to sponsor Food for Thought can find information about sponsorship opportunities at www.mharockland.org/foo...d-for-thought or contact Velvet Reda at 845-216-4045, [email protected]. #mharockland #mhafoodforthought

Join MHA of Rockland & Top Rockland Chefs on 11/15 @ 6 pm for Food for Thought: a virtual cooking fundraiser to support mental health awareness! For information about the event, including sponsorship opportunities, go to www.mharockland.org/food-for-thought #mharockland #mhafoodforthought

Domestic violence is the willful intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and/or other abusive behavior as part of a systematic pattern of power and control perpetrated by one intimate partner against another. It includes physical violence, sexual violence, threats, economic, and emotional/psychological abuse. The frequency and severity of domestic violence varies dramatically. October is #domesticviolenceawareness month but awareness, advocacy and action are ...needed every day of the year. #mharockland #domesticviolence

Did you know that in the U.S., Halloween ranks #2 in consumer spending - right behind Christmas and the winter holidays? Did you also know that many people still mock those with mental health challenges by exploiting an illness by using it as a costume? Mental illness isn't a costume. Dress up as a pirate instead. #mharockland... #stopthestigma #mentalhealth See more

Tomorrow is the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Our Reach One staff will be assisting with these efforts just as they have done for several years. Learn more about the Take Back Day and find a location nearest you at https://takebackday.dea.gov/ . Be part of the movement to end prescription drug abuse and illegal sales. #mharockland... #TakeBackDay See more

Getting your flu shot is more important now than ever. The Rockland County Dept of Health is offering free/low cost flu shots on Friday, Oct 23 from 10a-2p. If you have any questions or concerns about the flu shot, it's always a good idea to speak with your healthcare provider. #mharockland

New York is #2! Check out the Mental Health America annual State of Mental Health Report for a comprehensive breakdown of statistics from across the country. While there is work to be done, we are proud of what we and our partners across New York have accomplished! (And Hawai'i...don't rub it in!) #mharockland #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters

Purple Thursday is a national day of action each October during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It is an opportunity to raise awareness about domestic violence and an easy way for people to show their commitment to promoting healthy relationships. Please join us on October 22nd, wear purple, be a voice, and start a conversation about domestic violence! Post a Pic & Tag Us! Take a photo of yourself wearing purple and share it on social media for #PurpleThursday! Be sure to ...tag us! Facebook - @MHArockland Instagram - @mhaofrockland See more

Coming November 15, 2020 to Facebook Live....

October is #breastcancerawareness month and today is National Mammogramy Day. Breast cancer impacts every aspect of a person's life - including their mental health. Breast Cancer Now has a "Mental Health Toolkit" at https://breastcancernow.org//co/your-mental-health-toolkit . If you need local resources, help navigating your healthcare options or other mental health and substance use supports, please reach out 845.589.0671. #mharockland... #breastcancer #mentalhealth See more