Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
04/29/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/29/2024 18:18
2024 Mental Health Awareness Month activities
2024 Mental Health Awareness Month activities
April 29, 2024
Categories: ANTHC, Healthy People and Prevention
In honor of May's Mental Health Awareness Month, ANTHC will promote weekly activities to encourage healthy ways to navigate challenges in a changing world. The activities will help us learn, act, nurture and advocate in ways that positively affect our mental health.
Complete the activity and fill out a survey for a chance to win $100 in Amazon gift cards! Prize winners will be selected at random. One entry per person, per week. Must be a resident of Alaska to be eligible.
Weekly activities:
- May 1-12: Learn - Mental health impacts
- May 13-19: Act - Self-care
- May 20-26: Nurture - Self check-ins
- May 27-31: Advocate - Civic engagement
Follow ANTHC on Facebook and Instagram to participate, or visit anthc.org/mentalhealth
Crafting for Mental Health at ANMC Patient Housing
Cultural activities and social gatherings can both positively affect mental health. We will be hosting crafting sessions in the dining area of Patient Housing:
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Monday, May 6 from 1-3 p.m.
Beaded key chains -
Wednesday, May 22 from 1-3 p.m.
Beaded window charms
Resources
Remember, seeking mental health support is an act of courage and self-care that can lead to healing, resilience and a brighter future.
- ANTHC Behavioral Health Wellness Clinic, a telehealth clinic open to adult Tribal health beneficiaries across Alaska.
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, a 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.