Paint Valley ADAMH Board

04/03/2026

Congratulations to Chillicothe City School District for winning third place on our Teen Mental Wellness Video Contest!

04/03/2026

We are looking forward to seeing all of our communities' submissions for the "More Good Days Together" Art show. Have you submitted your entry form yet?

04/02/2026

Congratulations to Hillsboro City Schools prom committee for winning second place in the Teen Mental Wellness Video contest.

04/01/2026

Calling All Artists!

Are you interested in displaying your art while raising awareness about Mental Health, Hope, and Resilience? We are seeking both accomplished and novice artists to submit pieces of art for our "More Good Days Together" Mental Health Art show! Check out the link below for more information!

https://pvadamh.org/campaigns/mental-health-awareness/

04/01/2026

Congratulations Adena Local School District for winning first prize in the Teen Mental Wellness video contest.

03/31/2026

03/30/2026

💚 More Good Days Together 💚

🎨 A featured highlight of the More Good Days Together campaign is a juried community art show hosted at Ohio University Chillicothe! Artists of all experience levels are invited to submit artwork inspired by hope, resilience, and mental wellness. Entry forms are available at the attached QR code and at https://pvadamh.org/campaigns/mental-health-awareness/

Artwork drop-off is due by April 15 at the Dean’s Office of Ohio University Chillicothe.

Join us for the opening reception on May 14 as we celebrate creativity and community.

Follow the Paint Valley ADAMH Board on Facebook for updates throughout Mental Health Awareness Month—and help us share the message that mental health matters and more good days are possible when we show up for one another.

Mental Health Awareness Art Show Open to two categories; Novice, and Accomplished. Artwork must be submitted to Sue Colley beginning April 15th. Prior to submission the artist bio document must be completed and emailed to contactus@pvadamh.org On or around April 20th all entries will be reviewed and...

03/30/2026

*Calling Ross County Teens*📣

Want adults to actually listen to your ideas about teen health?

Join the Adolescent Health Advisory Team!

Your input can help improve *REAL* programs, share what teens actually need to handle life stressors, plus it looks great on job and college applications!✅ (no experience needed!)

***BONUS*** A $25 gas card will be provided for each meeting you attend! 💸

Spots are limited (15 students) - apply today!⬇️
https://bit.ly/4sRKJSY

Applications will be open until April 26, 2026.

03/27/2026

These webinars are offered for National Child Abuse Prevention Month through Ohio Department of Children & Youth. You can also find out more information about each webinar and register by scanning the QR Code in the attached flyer or at the link below:

https://octf.ohio.gov/what-we-do/national+child+abuse+prevention+month/april+child+abuse+prevention+month+events/prevention-month-events

03/27/2026

It takes little to be big! Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Ohio was the March Community Highlight!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Ohio's President & CEO, Erin Allsop, is RCHD’s March Community Highlight! 🔦

Erin invests in Ross County's youth by promoting mentorship and positive adult influences for children and teens.🤝

Click here to read more:
https://ow.ly/IWXB50YyKJj

The RCHD Community Highlight is a spotlight on an individual who is impacting public health in Ross County in a positive way.

Do you know someone who is going above and beyond to make a difference for public health in our communities?

Click the link below to submit a nomination:⬇️
https://ow.ly/gATe50YyKJk

03/27/2026

MEDIA RELEASE

Paint Valley Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health
(ADAMH) Board Announces plans for a Mental Health
Awareness Campaign this May.

Chillicothe, OH – The “More Good Days Together” campaign brings Mental Health
Awareness Month to life through a vibrant blend of art, community connection, and
shared experiences beginning in April and moving into May 2026.

One highlight of this campaign will be a juried art show hosted at OU Chillicothe, the
campaign invites both accomplished and novice artists to share work that reflects hope,
resilience, and mental wellness.

All entry forms for the Art Show will be available at www.pvadamh.org. Entry forms
must be completed and submitted to contactus@pvadamh.org. The pieces of art must
be dropped off at The Dean’s office at Ohio University Chillicothe prior to April 15th.

“The opening reception on May 14th will celebrate creativity and community, while
ongoing outreach—including artist spotlights, proclamations, and collaborative events—
keeps mental health awareness visible and engaging throughout the region,” explains
William Showman, Manager of Prevention and Evaluations. “With art sales benefiting
the Paint Valley Wellness Fund and opportunities for donated artwork to live on in
provider spaces, the campaign ensures a lasting positive impact.”

Building momentum beyond the gallery, More Good Days Together expands into the
airwaves and neighborhoods through an interactive radio trivia campaign, social media
engagement, and the popular initiative. Weekly trivia questions,
county-wide t-shirt giveaways, and green porch lights encourage residents and
businesses to show their support and start meaningful conversations about mental
health.

To stay up to date on additional activities planned throughout May—from festivals and
fun runs to trainings and community partnerships—follow The Paint Valley ADAMH
Board on Facebook. Together, these efforts create a unified, joyful message: mental
health matters, connection matters, and more good days are possible when we show up
for one another.

If you would like a green light bulb to raise awareness and start meaningful
conversations, you can request one at contactus@pvadamh.org


Media Contact: Kelly Dennis – Paint Valley ADAMH Board, contactus@pvadamh.org
740-773-2283

About the Paint Valley ADAMH Board:
The Paint Valley ADAMH Board was created in 1967 to ensure the availability of
community-based alcohol, drug addiction, and mental health services for the residents
of Fayette, Highland, Pickaway, Pike, and Ross Counties. Our mission is to enhance
the behavioral healthcare system for our communities, ensuring individuals and families
have access to person-centered, evidence-based treatment and support.
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We ensure that anyone affected by mental illness / addiction has access to a high-quality oriented system of care. Your Mental Health & Addiction Authority

03/27/2026