July 2025
- Mental Health & Recovery Services Board
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BIPOC Mental Health Month
Turn Awareness Into Action
The Mental Health & Recovery Serivces Board joins Mental Health America and organizations around the country to celebrate BIPOC Mental Health Month!
July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Month, a time to spotlight the
mental health experiences of people of color and to continue the legacy of an advocate who
believed deeply in community, healing, and justice.
Bebe Moore Campbell was a journalist, teacher, author, and mental health champion who worked to reduce stigma and improve access to care in communities of color. Her work laid the foundation for a national observance that is now an opportunity for us all to act.
Mental Health America’s 2025 campaign builds on her vision. This year’s theme is simple but
powerful: turn awareness into action.
Start with you
Health and well-being are shaped by our surroundings, our culture, and how we’re treated. Make time for the actions that help you feel calm and connected to yourself. Journaling, prayer, movement, nature, or spending time with people who understand you are great ways to get started.
Reach out to others
Connecting to others can make a big difference in how we feel. Asking how someone’s really
doing, sharing a meal with a neighbor, or laughing with family can be a form of healing for you and for them. Community care starts with showing up, listening, and reminding each other: you don’t have to go through it alone.
Speak up, in your own way
Advocacy can look different for everyone — take the steps that feel safe and right for you. That might mean writing to your legislators, supporting mental health resources at work or school, or talking about your personal experiences. Every small act of care, visibility, or support helps build a culture where mental health is seen, valued, and protected.
Not sure where to begin? A quick and free mental health screen at mhascreening.org is a great first step. Or take our local anonymous screening at wecarepeople.org/screening. You’ll get feedback, resources, and ideas for what to do next.
For more tips, tools, and resources, explore MHA’s BIPOC Mental Health Toolkit at
mhanational.org/july and visit the BIPOC Mental Health Resource Center at
We Care Conversations
A new episode of the MHRSB's podcast is now available! In this episode, we sit down with Chad Dunlap, MHRSB board member and founder of Upshift Public Speaking, as he shares his personal recovery journey, practical advice for supporting loved ones in crisis, and an inside look at the mental health services offered by our local board. We also wrap up our Be Seen With Green campaign, celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with inspiring stories and community action. Tune in for hope, guidance, and resources to navigate mental health challenges.
Shifting Gears: Chad Dunlap’s Recovery Road and Community Support
Upcoming Events
The Mental Health & Recovery Services Board, along with our partner agencies, host events and awareness campaigns throughout the year. Check out upcoming events for summer 2025!
Adult Mental Health First Aid
Join PASS for a free Mental Health First Aid training on Monday, July 28 from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM at Lima Community Church (Journey Building), 2945 N. Cole St.
You’ll learn to recognize signs of mental illness, respond to crises, and connect people with help. This training now includes expanded content on trauma, addiction, and self-care.
Register by July 18 by emailing ddickman@passaah.org.
Employee Assistance Program
The MHRSB funds a local Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employers to offer their employees! The EAP can help you find solution to whatever is troubling you.
To enroll or for more information, call 419-996-9403.
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