St. Clair County Community Mental Health

10/29/2025

The October edition of CMH Connections is here! Stay up to date on upcoming events, community resources, program highlights, and ways to get involved.

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Stay up-to-date with news and events from St. Clair County Community Mental Health.

10/28/2025

Listening to the voices of individuals who use or who have used the public behavioral health system is a key part of our advocacy efforts. Recently, Emily White spoke out at a press conference in opposition to the MDHHS bid-out proposal. Hear her story:

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10/27/2025

Recent disruptions with SNAP benefits may mean more people are looking for extra food help in the months ahead. Below is the schedule for our upcoming Pop-Up Food Pantries in St. Clair County.

The St. Clair County Help Card also lists all local food pantries, soup kitchens and community food banks. Check it here:https://cscbinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Help-Card.pdf

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Pop-Up Pantry information provided by St. Clair County Community Services Coordinating Body

10/26/2025

📞 Reminder: New Access Number & Walk-In Hours!

As of October 1, we’ve made it a little easier to get the care you need:

- Use our new Access Number for routine behavioral health services.
- Stop by our Behavioral Health Urgent Care during walk-in hours for same-day support.
- Our 24/7 Crisis Line hasn’t changed — help is always available anytime.

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10/25/2025

We’re continuing to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month by learning and sharing!
Check out Facts 11–20 from the National Down Syndrome Society’s “31 Facts in 31 Days” series that share quick, meaningful insights that help us all better understand and appreciate the Down syndrome community.

10/24/2025

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Knowledge is power, and action makes a difference. Learn more and find additional resources at StopBullying.gov

10/23/2025

October is ADHD Awareness Month. Approximately 11.4% of U.S. children aged 3–17 have been diagnosed with ADHD, making it one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions, affecting millions of individuals and families.

We love these uplifting reminders from the Mental Health Coalition to help you embrace your ADHD brain with compassion and strength.

10/23/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

Early detection can save lives, and getting screened is one of the most important steps you can take for your health. McLaren Port Huron Hospital is offering free mammogram screenings this month for those who qualify.

10/22/2025

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month!

Meaningful employment can open doors to confidence, independence, and connection, an opportunity that everyone deserves. At St. Clair County Community Mental Health, our Employment Services program helps individuals with behavioral health conditions and intellectual or developmental disabilities find and maintain competitive, community-based employment that fits their goals and strengths.

Learn more about how our program supports success on the job:

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10/20/2025

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the incredible accomplishments and contributions of individuals with Down syndrome in our families and communities.

It’s also a great opportunity to learn more. The National Down Syndrome Society created “31 Facts in 31 Days” to help raise awareness and understanding. Today, we’re sharing Facts 1–10!

10/17/2025

No tricks, only treats! Come see us tonight at Donuts with Deputies Trunk or Treat at the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office. 5 - 7 pm!

10/17/2025

Seniors! Stop by and see us today at Senior Power Day at the Washington Life Center - Council on Aging in Marine City. We're offering information, resources, free mental health and wellness screenings, and some fun goodies. 9 am - 12 pm, hosted by the Council on Aging Inc serving St Clair County