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Keeping Ashland Healthy – The Podcast
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On the next episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, Dr. Ashley and the Boss start off the New Year with a news roundup. Covered topics include the welcome fall in US Overdose Deaths, the preventative impacts of exercise on depression, the importance of treating core issues rather than symptoms, and a summary of Eco-therapy, a Nature-Based Approach to health. Hyperlinks for today’s pieces can be found here: Overdoses. Exercise and Depression. Root Causes. Eco-Therapy. Learn more about the Board at www.ashlandmhrb.org/ or by calling 419.281.3139.
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Community News
What you will find:
National Random acts of kindness
weekTeen Dating Violence Awareness
Month- Healthy/Unhealthy RelationshipsRSVP Conference March 26
Join the Older Adult Behavioral
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RSVP Conference March 26
Brooke Siem, Author of May Cause Side Effects, Food Network “Chopped” Champion, talks about her journey after spending half her life-and her entire adult life- on antidepressants, she wondered: Who might I be without them?
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Resources for Farmers
Local Farm News: Ashland County Farm Bureau invites members and prospective members to their Member Appreciation Breakfast on Feb. 22 from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Ashland High School Cafeteria.
Ohio Farmer Stress and Wellbeing Report
Rural Response to Farmer Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
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MHRB Office Closed
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Ashland Library Community Book Discussion
Brooke Siem is the keynote speaker for the 16th Annual RSVP Conference on March 26. Click here to register for the conference
Make Change Happen
Whether you’re looking for resources to help yourself or a loved one through a difficult season of their lives or you’re someone who works professionally to meet the needs of Ashland County residents, we’re here to support you. Turn to the Mental Health and Recovery Board of Ashland County for information, events, and advocacy to build a stronger and healthier community.
Looking for service providers?
There are a wide variety of counselors, therapists, psychiatrists, and other service providers throughout Ashland County who are here to help you navigate mental health issues and find help for substance use disorders. Use this guide to find the appropriate service provider for you.
Blog
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Rethinking Psychiatric Medications with Author Brooke Siem: The 16th Annual Pat Risser RSVP Conference
Register today to attend the 16th Annual Pat Risser RSVP Conference on March 26th, 2025 in Ashland, Ohio. Keynote speaker Brooke Siem, author of May Cause Side Effects, will discuss life after dependence on psychiatric medications. -
Holiday Blues: Finding Balance Between Grief and Gratitude
The holidays can bring many feelings of grief and mental health struggles. The Mental Health and Recovery Board of Ashland County provides a few recommendations for how to cope with these challenges. -
Sowing Seeds of Resiliency Through Parenting Programs in Ashland County
Ashland County families can now access free parenting programs through a partnership between the Mental Health Recovery Board of Ashland County and Catholic Charities. These programs offer expert guidance on positive parenting, resilience building, and child mental health support. -
Overdose Awareness: A Call to Action for Ashland County
Come together to support our friends and family members who are affected by substance use disorders in Ashland County. -
Save Lives with QPR: Ashland County’s No-Cost Suicide Prevention Training
Learn how QPR Gatekeeper Training empowers people to prevent suicide. This free, hour-long training can save lives and is accessible to everyone in Ashland County. -
The Art of Healing: Join Dr. Katherine Jackson and Others at the 15th Annual Pat Risser RSVP Conference
The 15th Annual Pat Risser RSVP Conference will explore “The Art of Wellness,” featuring guest speaker Dr. Katherine Jackson.
