Honoring 988 Day: A Lifeline of Hope in Our Community
September 8th is 988 Day — a day dedicated to raising awareness about the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and the lifesaving role it plays in connecting people to support.
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Taking A Moment For Overdose Awareness Day
Overdose Awareness Day was a time for connection, healing, and hope across Butler County. Whether individuals had been personally impacted or came simply to show support, their presence made a real difference. Together, we remembered, we healed, and we strengthened our community.
988: A Lifeline for Students Every School Year
School is approaching — new schedules, homework, memorization — all of it means students need a clear and healthy mind. But consistent mental stress can harm performance and also lead to very serious health concerns.
Record Attendance at the Butler County Resource Expo
It was great seeing everyone at the Butler County Social Services (tag on socials) Resource Expo!
Kendra Hall, Director of Perinatal Services at Sojourner Recovery Services, shared that the event “was a huge success with over 80 vendors from local agencies providing informative resources to attendees.”
Butler County Fair 2025 Recap
This past week, Community Health Alliance had the opportunity to take part in the Butler County Fair – and we’re so glad we did.
Myth vs. Fact: MAT Isn’t “Trading One Addiction for Another”
Despite saving lives, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is still misunderstood. A common myth is that it replaces one drug with another.
Innovation in Recovery: How Sojourner is Modernizing Group Therapy
Sojourner Recovery Services is bringing a fresh approach to group therapy by introducing tablet-based learning alongside the Recovery First (R1) Curriculum.
What If Motion Was Medicine?
A new study from the University of Toronto and Kyushu University suggests that movement may do more than just improve physical health — it could actually help the brain heal from trauma and addiction.
Ohio Sees First Drop in Suicide Deaths in Three Years
For the first time since 2020, Ohio saw a slight decline in suicide deaths in 2023, with 1,777 lives lost compared to 1,797 in 2022—a 1% decrease, according to the 2023 Ohio Suicide Report.
CHA Honors Black Mental Health Trailblazers
Trailblazers like Bebe Moore Campbell, Dr. Herman George Canady, and Drs. Mamie and Kenneth Clark helped lay the foundation for more inclusive, equitable mental health care.