Grant County Schools - KY - Mental Health Supports

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06/07/2024

It is National Donut Day! Enjoy a tasty treat today and see the image below for some positive sayings.

06/05/2024

Today is World Environment Day. Celebrate today by trying one or more of the activities below!

05/31/2024

Summer is here and it's time to start planning your warm-weather activities! As you make your summer to-do list, prioritize self-care and well-being.

1. Embrace the great outdoors. Spending time outside has numerous benefits, such as reducing stress and anxiety, improving mood, and boosting creativity. Consider activities like walking, hiking, biking, gardening, or relaxing in a shady park.

2. Make time for loved ones. It's easy to get caught up in our daily routines and miss out on quality time with friends and family. This summer, prioritize reconnecting with your loved ones through shared meals, game nights, movie nights, or simply picking up the phone for a catch-up call.

3. Prioritize sleep. During busy times, our sleep habits can suffer. Make an effort to establish a consistent sleep schedule and give your body the rest it deserves.

Most importantly, have fun and do something that brings you joy each day. Whether trying a new hobby, indulging in a favorite activity or simply taking time to relax and unwind, make sure to prioritize your happiness this summer.

If you or a family member are struggling with mental health or substance use issues, remember that help is available. Care Solace, a complimentary and confidential coordination service provided by Grant County Schools, is available 24/7/365 throughout the summer to help you find mental health care or substance use treatment providers. Call 888-515-0595 for multilingual support or visit caresolace.com/gcs to search for providers on your own or receive assistance through video chat, email, or phone.

We wish you a happy and healthy summer break, and we'll see you again soon!

05/29/2024

Mental Health Awareness Month is coming to an end and here is more information from Care Solace.

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we have an opportunity to break the stigma around mental health in our campus by talking openly, compassionately, and kindly to each other. No one should ever struggle alone.

School staff are the backbone of student well-being, but remember that you also can’t pour from an empty cup.

During Mental Health Awareness Month, NAMI joins the mental health community to reaffirm our commitment to building our understanding of mental illness, increasing access to treatment and ensuring those who are struggling know they are not alone.

If you or someone you know wants to be connected to a mental health care provider, contact Care Solace, a complimentary and confidential mental health care coordination service provided by Grant County Schools:

Call 888-515-0595. Multilingual support is available 24/7/365.
Visit www.caresolace.com/gcs and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.

Don’t hesitate to ask for help, use the resources around you, and never give up hope.

05/18/2024

As the school year has ended, summer is a great time to work on some self-care and healthy habits. Check out this link here on some ideas for what you can do this summer to help. https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/external/2018/07/15-activities-for-your-summer-self-care-checklist/

Use this Mental Health First Aid self-care checklist to get some ideas for taking care of yourself this summer and beyond. Even small changes to your routine can improve your self-care practice and your overall mood.

05/17/2024

Today's mental health tip is to take a break from screens (phone, computer, etc.) Access to technology can cause FOMO (fear of missing out), depression, reduced self-esteem, and burnout. Try to take some breaks from technology throughout the day to help improve your mental health.

05/16/2024

Today's mental health tip is to stay hydrated! Drinking enough water can help with higher brain functioning, boosting serotonin production, and decrease symptoms of depression and anxiety. Some ways to stay hydrated include listening to your body, drinking a glass of water in the morning, getting a travel water bottle, setting alarms on your phone, trying flavor packets, and tying it to a habit.

05/15/2024

Today's mental health tip is to start a conversation about mental health! Check this link here on how to talk to someone about mental health. https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/how-to-talk

05/14/2024

Today we are highlighting the tip of practicing positive affirmations. Affirmations are positive statements that help you deal with negative feelings, thoughts, and situations. An example of positive affirmations are:

I grow and improve every day.
I appreciate the opportunities I've been given.
My life is full of potential.
I give myself permission to be myself.
I have the power to change.
I am courageous.
​I’m allowed to have needs and take up space.
I am valued.
I am worthy of love.​
​I am enough.​​

Try some of these today!

05/13/2024

Today we are highlighting the mental health tip of making a list of 5 things you're grateful for. Research shows gratitude isn’t just a pleasant feeling—being grateful can also support greater health, happiness, and wisdom in ourselves and our communities. Try this strategy out today!

05/12/2024

Today we have five mental health tips for the week to highlight! We will post each tip Monday through Friday this week.