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Back-to-school checklist

Back-to-school preparations are hectic for families over the next few weeks, but many overlook the most important area — is the student emotionally ready for the coming year? Our children’s services evaluate and treat a multitude of behavioral, emotional...

Not just teen drama

About 14 percent of young people experience diagnosable mood disorders. About two-thirds of these young people are undiagnosed and untreated, according to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).  Their struggles and failures at home and at school will continue...

Thank you Tulsa Downtown Lions

Four Tulsa Downtown Lions Club members came today (June 12) with tools, a pick-up truck and the determination to make a difference. They certainly did and we thank them.  In less than two hours, they cleaned furniture, lined shelves, hauled away broken furniture,...

Health Fair success

Our free community health fair on Saturday, May 5, was a huge success thanks to the amazing work of volunteers and vendors who provided free screenings, information and consultations. Estimates are between 300 and 400 people attended. Thanks to the following groups...

It’s a wonderful life?

“It’s a Wonderful Life” is a treasured holiday classic where a community rallies around George Bailey, a man in trouble. Thousands of people suffering from mental illness and substance abuse are looking for support like George. Without our help, it’s not such a...

3 strikes you’re out

By Martha Hauser, PHR During my many years in human resources, I have seen employees terminated for performance  including issues related to mental health or substance abuse. With education and assistance, many of these employees could have kept their jobs. Before...