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Black History Month: Mental Health Stigma
A Bit of History In the mid-1800s up until the early 1900s, leading psychiatrists claimed Black people were unfit psychologically for freedom. Samuel Cartwright, a physician in the 1800s created two diagnoses, “drapetomania” and “dysaesthesia,” which were used to label
Black History Month: Housing Insecurity and Black Neighborhoods
A Bit of History In the 20th century, the U.S. government established several programs that were designed to increase homeownership in America. These programs were relatively successful – for white households. However, many of these programs excluded Black Americans, making
Gabbin’ with Gabe – Meet CommUnity’s New Youth Mobile Crisis Counselor
We recently had the chance to sit down and get to know CommUnity’s new Youth Mobile Crisis Counselor, Gabe Bullock. Keep reading to learn more about what Gabe’s role with Mobile Crisis Response looks like and what he’s looking forward
Sending Sunlight to those feeling Winter Blues
Seasonal depression, also referred to as seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons – seasonal depression begins and ends at about the same time every year. Symptoms typically begin in the fall
New Years Resolutions: Helpful or Harmful?
By Emma Huntzinger, Communications Manager Each new year brings with it feelings of renewal, hope, cleansing… But it can also bring with it feelings of intimidation, anxiety, and fear. So, as the clock strikes midnight this weekend, I have to
Where Your #GivingTuesday Gift Goes
Have you heard? It’s #GivingTuesday! As the cost of living continues to rise, we know it’s important to know exactly where your dollars are going. When you make a donation to CommUnity, you have the option to choose the designated
Giving Back Gift Guide
Gift giving for the holidays can be more stressful than it seems. It’s a struggle to find the right thing. It’s a struggle to stay on budget. And it’s a struggle to do both of those things while also feeling
