National Council for Mental Wellbeing

Despite the urgent need, nearly 30 million people in America still lack access to affordable, comprehensive mental health and substance use care. The National Council's commitment to bridging this gap has never been stronger. Our new Five-Year Strategic Plan focuses on five key goals that provide a clear path for our future:  📍 Advocate for the most effective public policy in our field.  📍 Strengthen, diversify and grow our membership.  📍 Address our members' workforce and leadership development challenges.  📍 Expand the reach and impact of our education, training and services.  📍 Expand the National Council brand, stressing mental wellbeing, mental health and substance use awareness.  Now, equipped with an ambitious roadmap that reinforces our vision, we're poised to drive lasting, positive change. Learn more about our journey, the strategies that support our goals and how we aim to transform access to care together: https://bit.ly/3YEUlUw

At our all-staff retreat earlier this week, National Council team members from 35 states came together to foster connections and enjoy some well-deserved downtime. A huge thank you to our Marketing, Communications, & Events and People & Culture teams for crafting such a memorable retreat to celebrate the inspiring advocates and innovators who help to make the National Council's mission a reality!

The Federal Communications Commission has officially adopted georouting for calls to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which means callers who need in-person help will be able to receive it much more quickly and efficiently. "In its first two years alone, more than 10 million people contacted the 988 Lifeline through calls, chats and texts,” said National Council president and CEO Charles Ingoglia. "Much more than a crisis line, however, the 988 Lifeline represents a portal to community resources that can help a person both navigate an immediate crisis and find ongoing care. Georouting will make that easier for everyone involved." Read the full statement here: https://bit.ly/4f72TZY

Artificial intelligence has the potential to reduce the administrative burden on clinicians and other staff through automation and streamline tasks like documentation, billing, patient management and scheduling. That frees clinicians up to focus more on patient care, improving efficiency and reducing burnout. However, integrating AI into daily workflows isn't always easy. At tomorrow's Workforce Solutions Jam, you’ll hear from providers who will share their experiences with implementing AI technology to reduce their clinics' administrative burdens. Join us, The College for Behavioral Health Leadership and Health Management Associates for a candid conversation about provider efficiency, patient care and clinician wellbeing — the real-world impact, practical challenges and successes of AI: https://bit.ly/483yyZT

At the National Council, our mission is that mental wellbeing, including recovery, is a reality for everyone, and the #MobilizeRecovery bus is also spreading that message by driving across the country on the Mobilize Recovery Across America 2024 Bus Tour. Learn more about their journey at mobilizerecovery.org.

Applications for the Behavioral Health Training Institute for Health Officials are now open through November 8. Any public health official of a state, tribal, territorial or local governmental public health agency can apply. Only 20 spots available, so apply today: https://bit.ly/3CsXCJk Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Together with the CEO Alliance, the National Council for Mental Wellbeing recognizes the urgent need to enhance the number and diversity of mental health and substance use disorder professionals. By fostering a supportive environment and advocating for access to care, we can make a meaningful impact on the lives of those facing these challenges. Learn more about the CEO Alliance's unified vision at https://lnkd.in/ezHvuPMR. #WorldMentalHealthDay

Celebrating #WorldMentalHealthDay with a tremendous milestone--we've trained 4 MIILLON humans across the country in #MentalHealthFirstAid. Many thanks to the Instructors, Staff and First Aiders and organizations who made this milestone possible! For more than a decade, I've heard story after story about the positive impact that normalizing the conversation around mental health has had on so many individuals, and I'm proud to be a part of this amazing community. Celebrate with us by taking at least 10 minutes to TENd to your own mental health by completing one action or activity that supports your wellbeing and sharing it with others here below, or even by texting or speaking with someone in your network. Grateful that there are 3,999,999 other people who share our mission to #BeThe1in15 by training at least one person in everyone's close circle of family of friends in the USA! Also grateful to be a part of an international movement of more than 7 million people who are trained globally. Here's to the next 4 Million!

This #WorldMentalHealthDay, Mental Health First Aid is celebrating an incredible milestone: they've officially trained 4️ million Mental Health First Aiders! The MHFA community's commitment to raising awareness and supporting those with mental health challenges is extraordinary. Join us in making a difference—start with these 10 ways you can promote mental wellbeing: https://bit.ly/3BB7Ifo

As we continue the countdown to #WorldMentalHealthDay and observe Mental Illness Awareness Week, we invite you to take action for mental health by engaging in events that promote understanding, connection, and support. Mental Health First Aid's "Mental Health Barriers in the Workplace" webinar aired last week and is now available on-demand. Hear about the challenges employees face and how they affect workplace dynamics and productivity, as well as strategies for building a workplace culture that reduces stigma and promotes mental wellbeing: https://bit.ly/3NffJth