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In Colorado, a partnership between the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office, Garfield County, and other local agencies offer a new online mental health resource that provides useful, vetted information and resources, and connects citizens with local mental health professionals. CredibleMind features support for citizens, first responders, and law enforcement through a variety of resources, tools, assessments, and evidence-based information. Borne from the increased need for mental health care during the COVID-19 pandemic, the free resource is available to the entire community.
“Feelings of uncertainty, vulnerability, anxiety, isolation, and loneliness are taking their toll on citizens across our communities. 95% of those individuals will reach out online to look for information.”
Read more from the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office. Listen to the report on Aspen Public Radio.
Public health crisis. Economic uncertainty. Social unrest.
How are you addressing anxiety, stress, and the mental health ripple effect through your community? Connect with Scott Dahl (scott.dahl@crediblemind.com) to find out more about how this county’s innovative approach is making a difference and if a similar strategy could work for you. Click the button below to access his calendar.
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