Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.

Over the course of your life, if you experience mental health problems, our thinking, mood, and behavior could be affected. Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including:

• Biological factors, such as genes or brain chemistry
• Life experiences, such as trauma or abuse
• Family history of mental health problems

Mental health problems are common but help is available. People with mental health problems can get better and many recover completely.”   (Source: Mentalhealth.gov)

“Caring for the mind is as important and crucial as caring for the body. In fact, one cannot be healthy without the other.”  -Sid Garza-Hillman

News & Announcements

Mental Wellness Fair – Come join us for music, prizes, raffles, root beer floats, popcorn, resources and more! Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 2-6 p.m. at Mueller Square in Sparta

Aging Mastery Program -This is a nationwide program whose core philosophy believes modest lifestyle changes can produce big results, leading to improved health, stronger economic security, and overall well-being.

Resources

UW-Department of Psychiatry COVID-19 Mental Health Resource Guide & Support
Center for Healthy Minds – COVID-19 Well-Being Toolkit & Resources
Action for Happiness – a website to help people take action for a happier and kinder world.