The US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA) recently released the first edition of its Behavioral Health Barometer: United States, the first of a series of State and national reports which it states will provide a “snapshot of the state of behavioral health in the nation.” The Barometer
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Shared by Russell Winters, Social Worker & Executive Director of Tender Mercies February 6, 2014
I know that I work at an awesome place. What’s not to love about helping homeless adults with histories of mental illness regain dignity, security, and a home after life on the streets? It’s difficult work, but the gains that we see people make are incredible. I’ve always known the
Read More Shared by Russell Winters, Social Worker & Executive Director of Tender Mercies January 11, 2014
The Hamilton County Mental Health Levy is a no-brainer. We don’t need binders of women, horses and bayonets or even a challenge from Donald Trump himself to demonstrate the importance of these services! Please check out the facts: About 160,000 Hamilton County residents — one out of every five —
Read More Shared by Russell Winters, Social Worker & Executive Director of Tender Mercies January 11, 2014
I’m worried. Carrie Mathison is off her meds. Dana Brody attempted suicide. As if counter-terrorism intelligence, plot twists related to allegiances, and a search for the Most Wanted Man Alive (Nicholas Brody) weren’t enough, we now have to delve even deeper into a sensitive and honest portrayal of mental health
Read More Shared by Russell Winters, Social Worker & Executive Director of Tender Mercies October 12, 2013
Having been in senior management at Tender Mercies for 7 years, I have probably been involved in over 25 special events — some good, some really awesome, a few… meh. When the idea for a Taste of Over the Rhine (presented by Tender Mercies) was pitched, everyone around loved the
Read More Shared by Russell Winters, Social Worker & Executive Director of Tender Mercies August 9, 2013
This past week, Oscar-award winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones admitted herself to a mental health facility proactively for treatment of her Bipolar II Disorder. What might have been a blip on the screen of pop culture actually provides us an enlightening glimpse into the importance of accessible treatment, and education about
Read More Shared by Russell Winters, Social Worker & Executive Director of Tender Mercies May 3, 2013
With Date Rep Denise Driehaus at the Ohio State House A study by the Health Policy Institute of Ohio (HPIO) reveals that Ohio would gain $1.8 to $1.9 billion in revenue from an expansion of Medicaid. Yes, I said Billion with a B. According to Amy Rohling McGee, President of
Read More Shared by Russell Winters, Social Worker & Executive Director of Tender Mercies April 26, 2013
Today’s coverage at cincinnati.com of Mason High Schools 26 Acts of Kindness benefiting Tender Mercies. We are honored, humbled, and overwhelmed to be part of this national campaign spreading kindness to honor the victims of Sandy Hook Elementary. http://news.cincinnati.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/AB/20130314/NEWS/303140138/&nclick_check=1 Link to original source
Just when I thought I was all set to boycott Valentine’s Day this year, these 4 awesome ladies from Guardian Savings Bank are spreading love and warmth to all 150 formerly homeless adults who call Tender Mercies home with goodie bags, lunch and other treats! Michelle Borek, Chris Thomas, Michelle Borek,
Read More Shared by Russell Winters, Social Worker & Executive Director of Tender Mercies February 15, 2013