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"Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart;
and you will find rest for yourselves.
For my yoke is easy and my burden light."
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Mental Health & Wellness MinistryThe Mental Health Support Group provides education and support for many different mental health areas, including anxiety, depression, stress, family relationships, dementia, or any other needed topics. Support is also provided at the end of each meeting, through discussion and questions. The group is not therapy, but it provides education and support!
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How You Can Get Involved
Those in need of support or education in the mental health and wellness area are invited to come to the Mental Health Support Group meetings, which provide help and fellowship for those who need it most. -
Recommended Readings & VideosProlonged stress and labor—mental, physical, and/or spiritual laboring—can bring anyone to feel burdened and exhausted. We hope that the resources on this page will provide you with the appropriate community support when you need it most.Whether you read some selected scripture verses to get your day started in the right direction or you need professional services to survive the moment, we are here for you.
Recommended Reading
The Catholic Guide to Depression
Aaron Kheriaty, MD with Fr. John Cihak, STD (Sophia Institute Press)
Videos
13 Reasons Why You Matter
Noelle Garcia (FORMED)
Watch: 13 Reasons Why You Matter
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Other Helpful Resources
Life can be overwhelming for many reasons.
The following resources can provide you with additional assistance in your time of need.
Commonwealth Catholic Charities (CCC)
cccofva.org
804-285-5900Services: Behavioral Health & Disability Services; Children's Services; Income & Asset-Building Services; Supportive Housing & Homeless Services; Resettlement & Immigration Services
Daily Planet
dailyplanetva.org
804-783-2505Services: Health Services (accessible, comprehensive, and integrated | available to anyone regardless of housing, financial, citizenship, or insurance status)
Family Guidance Centers
FamilyGuidanceCenters.com
804-743-0960
Services: Telehealth Therapy Services
Read: Family Guidance Centers Q & ARehab Spot: Alcoholism
RehabSpot.com/alcohol/Alcoholism-Warning-Signs
866-223-0507
Services: Informational source on addiction and recovery
Recovery Centers of America
recoverycentersofamerica.com/telehealth
844-258-8299
Services: Addiction treatment resources (blogs/articles) and telehealth treatment for addiction, mental health, and eating disorders -
Contact
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Karen Rice, LCSWkricevhbg.orgCoordinator | Mental Health & Wellness Ministry
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