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11/17/2025

This November, we celebrate National Family Caregiver Month, honoring the millions of people who give their time, energy, and love to care for family members and friends.

In our latest blog, dementia coach JJ Jordan shares her personal story as a longtime caregiver and offers insight into the latest research, practical caregiving tips, and reminders that self-care truly matters. “If we are out of the picture, the journey gets more complicated for everyone. Self-care is never selfish.”

Read her inspiring message of hope and resilience:
https://minesandassociates.com/national-family-caregiver-month-2025-update/

This article was provided by MINES affiliate Dementia Coach and Trainer JJ Jordan We find ourselves in November, which means many things: Thanksgiving preparations, the anticipation of the holiday season, and cooler weather (yeah!). November is also National Family Caregiver Month, and as always, I....

10/27/2025

As the seasons change, so do we.

October is ADHD Awareness Month, and for many, it’s also a time when emotional waves rise, especially if you’re living with ADHD or processing grief.

These experiences often overlap, making it harder to focus, stay grounded, or find motivation. But with the right tools and compassion, it is possible to find balance.

In this new blog, therapist and life coach Danielle Buchanan shares gentle strategies for navigating this season:
- Reframe self-criticism into strategy
- Anchor grief in small rituals
- Build environments that support your brain
- Embrace slowing down as part of healing

Read more and discover resources available through MINES & Associates’ EAP

https://minesandassociates.com/adhd-awareness-month-navigating-focus-grief-and-seasonal-shifts-with-compassion-and-clarity/

This article was provided by MINES affiliate Coaching Provider Danielle Buchanan October marks ADHD Awareness Month, and here in the mountains, it also marks a shift: in light, in rhythm, and for many of you, in lifestyle. As a grief and loss psychotherapist and certified life coach, I work with you...

10/21/2025

In today’s fast-paced world, many of us have perfected the art of “looking fine.”
We smile, show up, and perform, even when we’re silently struggling.

This quiet epidemic is called smiling depression, and it often hides behind professionalism, perfectionism, and the pressure to always appear put together.

Let’s start normalizing authenticity and vulnerability. Removing the mask doesn’t mean weakness, it’s courage.

Read more about The Mask of Normalcy and how to recognize signs and seek support through your EAP: https://minesandassociates.com/the-mask-of-normalcy-smiling-depression-in-a-world-that-demands-performance/

In a society that prizes composure, charisma, and constant productivity, many of us have become masterful performers. We show up to work with a smile, attend our children’s after-school activities with enthusiasm, and always maintain decorum. But beneath the surface, a quiet epidemic brews: smilin...

10/14/2025

Final day at SIIA 2025! If you haven’t stopped by Booth #401 yet, now’s the time. Let’s connect about behavioral health solutions for health plans and self-insured groups that truly make a difference. Safe travels home to everyone!

10/13/2025

We’re having great conversations at Booth #401 here at SIIA! From behavioral health navigation to disease management, we’re showing how MINES helps organizations improve outcomes while reducing barriers to care. Come see us!

10/12/2025

Tomorrow it begins! Visit MINES at Booth #401 during the SIIA National Conference in Phoenix. We’re here to connect with health plans and self-insured groups about innovative behavioral health solutions that improve access, outcomes, and cost management. Let’s talk!

10/10/2025

October 10 is World Mental Health Day — a reminder to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what supports your well-being. At MINES & Associates, we know that mental health looks different for everyone. For some, it’s taking a quiet moment; for others, it’s reaching out for support or setting new boundaries to find balance.

This year, we’re encouraging everyone to take a step back, check in with themselves, and explore resources that speak to their unique experiences. From self-care and PTSD awareness to BIPOC and teen mental health, our latest articles highlight strategies to support emotional resilience—both in and outside of work. Check out our articles here: https://minesandassociates.com/blog/

You’re not alone on your mental health journey.
Learn more and access support through your Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available 24/7 at 1-800-873-7138.

Substance Use Awareness: Busting 5 Myths Addictions, Awareness, substance abuse, The MINES Team, Tips Substance Use Awareness: Busting 5 MythsBy Nic Mckane|2025-10-01T15:37:37+00:00October 1, 2025|Categories: Addictions, Awareness, substance abuse, The MINES Team, Tips|Tags: addiction recovery, eap,...

10/09/2025

We’re heading to Phoenix for SIIA’s National Conference, Oct. 12–14! Join MINES at Booth #401 to talk about behavioral health solutions designed for health plans and self-insured groups. From managed care to disease management, let’s discuss strategies that make a real impact. See you soon!

10/01/2025

October is Substance Use Awareness Month. More than 46 million people in the U.S. live with a substance use disorder, yet only 6% receive treatment. Stigma and misinformation often prevent people from getting help.

This month, MINES is busting 5 common myths that stand in the way of understanding and support.
Recovery starts with awareness, compassion, and the right resources.



Read the full article here:

More than 46 million people in the U.S. alone live with substance use disorder. Unfortunately, only about 6% of them get the treatment that they need. These numbers tell us important things. First, there is likely someone you know — a friend or a colleague — who lives with a substance use disord...

09/24/2025

September is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and share hope. Did you know Alzheimer’s accounts for about 70% of all dementia cases? The good news: research and treatment breakthroughs are offering more optimism than ever before.

At MINES, we’re here to support you with dementia coaching and Lunch & Learn sessions on Alzheimer’s/Dementia 101. Together, we can learn, support, and build a future with more solutions and less stigma.

Read more about the latest research and how MINES can help: https://minesandassociates.com/national-alzheimers-awareness-month-breaking-stigma-building-hope/

This article was provided by MINES affiliate Dementia Coach and Trainer JJ Jordan September is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and it occurred to me that, unfortunately, there is still stigma surrounding this topic. To demystify the subject and inject hope and optimism into the conversation,...

09/17/2025

At MINES, we believe that supporting recovery strengthens not only our workplace but also our community. That’s why we’ve joined the Colorado Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiative™, led by the Colorado School of Public Health.

This initiative provides training, policy support, and resources to help organizations create environments where recovery is celebrated, and stigma is left behind.

We’re proud to stand with 90+ organizations across Colorado in building a healthier, safer future.

Read more about our commitment: https://minesandassociates.com/mines-joins-the-colorado-recovery-friendly-workplace-initiative/

September is National Recovery Month, a time to celebrate recovery, raise awareness, and reduce stigma around mental health and substance use. At MINES, we are proud to share that we have officially joined the Colorado Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiative™ (RFWI), led by the Centers for Health, ...

09/12/2025

Today, on Are You OK? Day (Sept 12), let’s turn awareness into action.

Too often, colleagues and friends suffer in silence. A simple, genuine question — “Are you OK?” — could be the start of a life-changing conversation.

Take 5 minutes today to check in with someone in your network. Ask, listen, and show that you care.
Because every day, not just once a year.