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Suicide prevention helpline has a new, shorter number – 988

Suicide prevention helpline has a new, shorter number – 988

19 Jul, 2022

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Suicide prevention helpline has a new, shorter number – 988

Connecting to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline just got easier with Saturday’s launch of the 988 dialing code. Designated by Congress in 2020, the new code works like 911 and is a critical step forward in transforming the crisis care system in America. 

Suicide prevention helpline has a new, shorter number – 988

New Jersey behavioral health workers employed by SERV Centers may strike

New Jersey behavioral health workers employed by SERV Centers may strike

17 Jun, 2022

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New Jersey behavioral health workers employed by SERV Centers may strike

Residential counselors and maintenance employees for SERV Centers of New Jersey in Mercer County may soon be going back on strike after spending Thursday rallying outside a country club that hosted the 30th Annual Volley for SERV Tennis Tournament and Awards Reception.

New Jersey behavioral health workers employed by SERV Centers may strike

A union voice can help address burnout among health care workers nationwide

A union voice can help address burnout among health care workers nationwide

17 Jun, 2022

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A union voice can help address burnout among health care workers nationwide

The COVID-19 pandemic arrived at a time when our nation’s health care workers were already experiencing burnout.

A union voice can help address burnout among health care workers nationwide

In Public Service Spotlight, FL member talks about caring for mental health patients

In Public Service Spotlight, FL member talks about caring for mental health patients

08 Jun, 2022

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In Public Service Spotlight, FL member talks about caring for mental health patients

Deshonda Copeland, a senior residential unit specialist at Florida State Hospital, is a behavioral health worker and a member of AFSCME Florida.

In Public Service Spotlight, FL member talks about caring for mental health patients

AFSCME members honor Mental Health Awareness Month, reflect on changing industry

AFSCME members honor Mental Health Awareness Month, reflect on changing industry

24 May, 2022

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AFSCME members honor Mental Health Awareness Month, reflect on changing industry

Every day, millions of Americans and their families face the reality of living with mental illness. During May, AFSCME joins the national movement to raise awareness during Mental Health Awareness Month.

AFSCME members honor Mental Health Awareness Month, reflect on changing industry