Celebrating Black Trailblazers in Mental Health
During Black History Month, we are celebrating mental health heroes.
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Celebrate Black History Month 2024 in Portland
Join us in commemorating Black History Month this February. This year’s theme is “African Americans and the Arts.”
Happy (Lunar) New Year to our Asian Communities
The lunar new year, celebrated in China, Korea, Vietnam, Thailand and other Asian countries, starts Feb. 10 and is observed over several days, up to two weeks.
Keep the brain engaged, even when we aren’t
How can we keep our brains in top shape when we’re stuck at home? One neurosurgeon has some advice.
Mental health one-two punch
During January, National Mental Wellness Month, it’s important for people to understand how common mental illness is—one in five adults in any given year. And to understand the risk of other medical conditions occurring alongside a mental health diagnosis.
New year, new you? SMART Goals Can Help
How’s that new year resolution working out? If you’re like most of us, there’ve been a few bumps in that road to the new you. These expert ideas can get or keep you on track.
Remembering MLK Day With Acts of Service
On MLK day, we can all carry on Dr. King’s legacy by working to improve our communities.
The New Year Can Be Difficult for People in Recovery
While New Year’s resolutions can be stressful for everyone, they can be especially tricky to navigate for someone in recovery from substance use, an eating disorder or other mental health …
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Therapeutic Challenges of Addressing Human Trafficking Victims
On Jan. 11, we observe National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Human trafficking occurs worldwide and is defined as the exploitation of another person for labor, domestic servitude or commercial sexual …
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Housing is Critical to Mental Health
Focusing on your mental health, while homeless, is like trying to ride a bicycle through a swimming pool. You may make some progress forward, but you are still drowning. Angela’s …
Community Donations Help LifeWorks NW Keep the Season Bright
As in previous years, LifeWorks NW is fortunate that numerous organizations donate gifts and food to hundreds of families we serve to share some holiday cheer. “The families are so …
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Loneliness Harms Health; Small Steps Can Help
One is not only the loneliest number, it is unhealthy. Half of us report loneliness and it takes a toll on our health. Reaching out in small ways every day helps us stay connected.
LifeWorks NW Collaborates with Families
Former EASA parents continue to support other families and guide them to LifeWorks NW.
LifeWorks NW Appreciates its Volunteers
December 5, is International Volunteer Day. Hear from some of our volunteers. Written by Volunteer Susan Fitzgerald. From watching children grow and develop to fostering the growth and development of …
Getting Student Loan Repayment Help
When LifeWorks NW Resource Specialist Wendy went back to school in her 40s, she found herself with a big loan to repay. “I went to school for 5 years for …