DMHAS serves adults over 18 with psychiatric or substance use disorders, or both, who lack the financial means to obtain such services on their own.
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June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month - a month dedicated to recognizing the importance of mental health for men and the experiences that may go unspoken.
If one is in emotional distress or struggling, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 to offer support.
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Young children are naturally curious and may have questions if they smell cannabis in public places. When they ask questions, you’ll be ready.
For tips for talking to your child about cannabis, visit beintheknowct.org/parents.
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Being there for someone through a difficult moment can include helping them connect to support. 988 is available 24/7. Call or text anytime, anywhere in the U.S. You don’t have to figure this out alone. Learn more at 988lifeline.org.
#SeeThePerson #MHAM2026
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Need someone to talk to and prefer texting? Text 988 any time for support from the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
You can also call 988 or connect via chat at 988lifeline.org. Support is here whenever you need it.
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Language matters. Let’s commit to talking about mental health with the care and honesty it deserves. Visit samhsa.gov/mental-health/wha… to learn more.
#SeeThePerson #MHAM2026 #WordsMatter
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We are grateful for the partnership between the DMHAS Nursing Home Diversion team & the Greater New Haven Alliance to End Elderly Homelessness, who worked together to host a successful Resource Fair on May 18th at the Dixwell Community House.
Looking forward to doing it again!
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Sometimes the most important step is listening. Taking time to listen to the concerns of a young person in your life can help them feel safe sharing what they’re experiencing. Visit gizmo4mentalhealth.org for more information!
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #SeeThePerson
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#NationalPreventionWeek26 promotes new ideas & initiatives to help keep communities healthy & safe. Join us as we celebrate the substance misuse #prevention and #mentalhealth efforts happening statewide!
Visit ctclearinghouse.org/events/ to find local NPW trainings, fairs, and more!
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DMHAS Program Manager, Andrea, recently presented to Human Services students at CT State Manchester on Connecticut’s Suicide Prevention Infrastructure. She was joined by Gizmo, the beloved therapy dog.
For more information visit preventsuicidect.org
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Mental health conditions are medical conditions and people living with them are more than a diagnosis.
This #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, let’s lead with understanding. Visit the link in the comments below for more information! 👇
Learn more at preventsuicidect.org.
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988 and 911: Know who to contact to get the right support at the right time.
ALT Venn diagram comparing "988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline" and "911" services. Left circle labeled “988” includes: Mental Health & Substance Use Support, Suicide Prevention & Crisis De-escalation, Connection to Local Care & Treatment Resources. Right circle labeled “911” includes: Medical Emergency, Fire, Crime in Progress, Life-Threatening Situations. The overlapping middle section is labeled “Whole-Person Care.”
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Today is National Fentanyl Awareness Day. Naloxone is available over the counter and can reverse a fentanyl overdose. Learn where to get it and how to use it at DrugFreeCT.org. #NFAD2026
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✔️ Prevention works. Get the tools and resources to help start conversations with youth about the importance of alcohol avoidance and other healthy lifestyle choices. Get started with SAMHSA's “Talk. They Hear You.” samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-yo…
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth
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The countdown to National Prevention Week starts now! This week of training will take place from May 11th–15th. 🚀
Want to learn more about prevention? Checkout the free training opportunities below. tinyurl.com/48vtcpwa
#PreventionHappensHereCT
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#TakeBackDay is just over a week away! If you have medications you no longer need, haven't used, or that have expired, bring them to a nearby collection site on Saturday, April 25th, from 10am - 2pm.
💊 Find your closest Drug Collection Box here: tinyurl.com/yhxer8r8
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❗ Do you know the signs of drinking too much? If you’re concerned that you or a friend may be struggling, there are resources available to help: drugfreect.org/substance-inf…
#AlcoholAwarenessMonth #PreventionHappensHereCT
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If alcohol is part of your daily de-stressing routine, it might be time to get help to cut back or stop drinking alcohol.
Visit ctstronger.org/alcohol-use-d… for tips and information. #AlcoholAwarenessMonth
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