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The 2021-22 Road Map to Health Step & Activity Rewards are here and they are better than ever! Start tracking your activity on the Steps to Success Wellness Portal! Just by creating your account you earn the "Beach-nik Fun Kit" reward! Don't forget to check out the Road Map to Health Checklist page where you can find tips and information on healthy habits, self-care, peace of mind, health care and financial wellness. On top of these amazing rewards, My Health Matters has a monthly raffle for a smart watch! Every month you can complete this Road Map to Health Survey and that will give you a new entry to the raffle for the month!  The December Wellness Calendar is here! View the PDF and print out the calendar to practice self-care this December. Plus, take part in a special self care activity on page 2 of the PDF! Click here to view the PDF.
 Click here to download the November Self-Care Calendar
 Suicide is preventable. During the month of September, individuals and organizations around the country and the world join their voices to broadcast the message that suicide can be prevented, and to reach as many people as possible with the tools and resources to support themselves and those around them. Here are a few basic things you should know and that you can share with those around you:
Suicide can be prevented. Most of us have been touched by the tragedy of suicide. We may have lost someone close to us or been moved by the loss of someone we may have never met. When a suicide happens, those left behind often experience deep shock. Even if they knew the person was struggling, they may not have expected suicide would be the result. However, many people who find themselves in a suicide crisis can and do recover. Suicide can be prevented; you can help by taking the following actions:
The Know the Signs campaign is one of several statewide initiatives funded by counties through the voter-approved Mental Health Services Act (Prop 63). These efforts are administered by the California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) and are part of Each Mind Matters: California’s Mental Health Movement. Prevention Works. Many people who feel suicidal don’t want to die. If they can get through the crisis, treatment works. There are programs and practices that have been specifically developed to support those who are in a suicide crisis. The Suicide Prevention Resource Center hosts a registry of 160 programs, practices and resources for suicide prevention. You can learn more about them by visiting http://www.sprc.org/strategic-planning/finding-programs-practices. Help is available The Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255 -TALK) offers 24/7 free and confidential assistance from trained counselors. Callers are connected to the nearest available crisis center. The Lifeline is also available in Spanish, and for veterans or for those concerned about a veteran, by selecting a prompt to be connected to counselors specifically trained to support veterans. To find local services and supports, visit the Reach Out section of the Know the Signs resources page where you will find California statewide and national resources as well as links to resources in your county: www.suicideispreventable.org |
