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Mental Health and Well-being
Mental health and well‐being refers to the interconnection between mental illness, mental health, mental well‐being, and the associated stigma. Poor mental health is associated with poor quality of life, higher rates of chronic disease, and a shorter lifespan.
Beyond Resilience 2020 Partner Project Funding
Washington County Public Health & Environment will partner with organizations within the community to create a multi-component and multi-sector network to support the mental well-being of those who live, work, and play in Washington County. Individual applicants can apply for up to $10,000.
Thank you for your interest. The Beyond Resilience application for 2020 funding is now closed. Learn more about the 2020 Beyond Resilience partner projects.
Beyond Resilience 2020 Partner Project Funding
Washington County Public Health & Environment will partner with organizations within the community to create a multi-component and multi-sector network to support the mental well-being of those who live, work, and play in Washington County. Individual applicants can apply for up to $10,000. Thank you for your interest. The Beyond Resilience application for 2020 funding is now closed. Learn more about the 2020 Beyond Resilience partner projects.
Washington County Crisis Response Unit provides 24/7/365 mobile crisis mental health services for adults and children experiencing a crisis. Mobile crisis interventions are face-to-face, short-term, intensive mental health services.
Phone: 651-275-7400
Email: crisisresponse@co.washington.mn.us
See Community Services' Crisis Response web page for more information.
Phone: 651-275-7400
Email: crisisresponse@co.washington.mn.us
See Community Services' Crisis Response web page for more information.
This is a difficult time for all of us – we are isolated from people we love, our schedules are disrupted, and we may feel alone. Even more so in the last few weeks, acts of violence and racism has created trauma and pain, especially for communities of color. People of color have been burdened by racism and trauma for years. Racism is a public health crisis and has a significant impact on mental health. Washington County wants to be active in supporting our employees and our community. See the list below for mental health resources led by people of color for people of color.
National Resources
- Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective
- Black Mental Health Matters: Contains resources to therapists and hotlines for Black African Americans struggling with mental health. During this uncertain and challenging time in our Black community.
Local Resources in the Twin Cities
- Resmaa Menakem: A Minneapolis somatic healer and author of, "My Grandmother's Hand's Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending our Hearts and Bodies."
- Dr. Joi D. Lewis: Local coach and consultant, and author of, "Healing: The Act of Radial Self-Care."
- Sanvello: An app-based mental health service that provides a non-judgmental forum to process emotions and harness them for meaningful impact and healing. Community groups geared toward people of color include Black Health and Wellness and Mental Illness In Black Community.
For Youth
- Irreducible Grace Foundation: A youth empowerment organization that creates safe spaces and healing opportunities for youth of color.
- Helping Youth During Hard Times
- Blog, Ramsey County Children's Mental Health Collaborative
- Calm Room, Ramsey County Children's Mental Health Collaborative
Find Help
- Directory of Black Psychotherapists, Mary Ellen Strong Foundation: Promotes mental health in underserved communities.
- Therapy for Black Girls: An online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls.