Mental Health Association of Central Florida, Orlando, FL Videos

Why is it important to monitor your youths' electronic device time? 💻🤳 One of our MHACF Board Members and Chief of Developmental Pediatrics at Nemours, Dr. Lisa Spector, explains the importance of your youth having limited time using their electronic devices, especially before bed. Youths should avoid using screens for at least one hour before bed because screen time can negatively impact their sleep quality. Visit our Back to School & Mental Wellness resource page here: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-mental-wellness/ Visite nuestra página de recursos de nuestra campaña Regreso a Clases y Bienestar Mental, aquí: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-and-mental-wellness-spanish-translation/ #BackToSchool #MentalHealthMatters #MHACF #FamilyAdvocacy

Our Back to School & Mental Wellness tip of the day presented by Lisseth Russa, our Vice President of Operations, is to keep open communication with your youth. 🫂 Practice active listening and empathy, give your undivided attention, and demonstrate understanding. Let your youth know they’ll be okay and you’re here for support. We invite you to practice our Back to School Tips that were created to help your youth feel confident as classes begin! We encourage you to download our tips in pdf format and share them with your youth and fellow parents in the community. Download our Daily Tips during August for our Back to School & Mental Wellness campaign here: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-mental-wellness-tips-calendar/ Descargue nuestro calendario de consejos diarios durante el mes de Agosto, en español, para la campana de regresó a clases y bienestar mental aquí: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-and-mental-wellness-tips-calendar-spanish-translation/ #BackToSchool #MentalHealthMatters #MHACF #FamilyAdvocacy

How do you get your youth back into the habit of having a healthy sleep schedule? 😴 One of our MHACF Board Members and Chief of Developmental Pediatrics at Nemours, Dr. Lisa Spector, explains the importance of your youth getting enough sleep during the school week. Good-quality sleep can help your youth stay focused and concentrate on learning. Visit our Back to School & Mental Wellness resource page here: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-mental-wellness/ Visite nuestra página de recursos de nuestra campaña Regreso a Clases y Bienestar Mental, aquí: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-and-mental-wellness-spanish-translation/ #BackToSchool #MentalHealthMatters #MHACF #FamilyAdvocacy

Our Back to School & Mental Wellness tip of the day presented by Ivan Diaz-Berrios, our Community Care Manager, is to keep in touch with your youth’s teacher! 👩‍🏫🏫👨‍🏫 Contacting teachers when necessary, for clarification, can reduce stress for both your youth and the entire family. We invite you to practice our Back to School Tips that were created to help your youth feel confident as classes begin! We encourage you to download our tips in pdf format and share them with your youth and fellow parents in the community. Download our Daily Tips during August for our Back to School & Mental Wellness campaign here: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-mental-wellness-tips-calendar/ Descargue nuestro calendario de consejos diarios durante el mes de Agosto, en español, para la campana de regresó a clases y bienestar mental aquí: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-and-mental-wellness-tips-calendar-spanish-translation/ #BackToSchool #MentalHealthMatters #MHACF #FamilyAdvocacy

Our Back to School & Mental Wellness tip of the day presented by Elizabeth Cruz, our Director of Outpatient Services, is to keep a calendar or planner to help you and your youth stay organized. 📅📝 Helping your youth stay aware of upcoming events will help reduce frustration caused by perceived disruptions to their normal scheduled activities. We invite you to practice our Back to School Tips that were created to help your youth feel confident as classes begin! We encourage you to download our tips in pdf format and share them with your youth and fellow parents in the community. Download our Daily Tips during August for our Back to School & Mental Wellness campaign here: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-mental-wellness-tips-calendar/ Descargue nuestro calendario de consejos diarios durante el mes de Agosto, en español, para la campana de regresó a clases y bienestar mental aquí: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-and-mental-wellness-tips-calendar-spanish-translation/ #BackToSchool #MentalHealthMatters #MHACF #FamilyAdvocacy

Catch some "zzz's" before the busy school year! 😴 Good-quality sleep can help your youth stay focused and concentrate on learning. Experts recommend: Elementary students 6-12 years old: 9-12 hours Teenage students 13-18 years old: 8-10 hours If you or your family members are seeking our specialized Family Advocacy mental health services, please call our Connections Referral Team at 407-898-0110 Ext. 2 or fill out a referral form online here: https://mhacf.org/connections-referral-program/ #SelfCare #BackToSchool #YouthAndFamily #FamilyAdvocacy

How do you get your youth back into the habit of doing homework after summer break? 📝 Our Community Care Manager, Ivan Diaz-Berrios, explains the importance of getting your youth back on track for the school year by preparing them for class assignments. Helping your youth return to a structured schedule and completing assignments early will give them a sense of accomplishment, which can boost their morale and make them feel proud. Visit our Back to School & Mental Wellness resource page here: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-mental-wellness/ Visite nuestra página de recursos de nuestra campaña Regreso a Clases y Bienestar Mental, aquí: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-and-mental-wellness-spanish-translation/ #BackToSchool #MentalHealthMatters #MHACF #FamilyAdvocacy

August means Back to School! 🤗🎒📗 Is your youth nervous about returning to the classroom? Don't fret! We have the PERFECT mental health resource for both you and your youth ... A daily calendar where you can download a different tip everyday this month. Our President/CEO Marni Stahlman shares our first Back To School & Mental Wellness Tip: Develop a bedtime routine to help your youth have a good night's rest before classes. Having enough sleep will increase your youth's focus and help them concentrate on learning. Download our Daily Tips during August for our Back to School & Mental Wellness campaign here: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-mental-wellness-tips-calendar/ Descargue nuestro calendario de consejos diarios durante el mes de Agosto, en español, para la campana de regresó a clases y bienestar mental aquí: https://mhacf.org/back-to-school-and-mental-wellness-tips-calendar-spanish-translation/ #BackToSchool #MentalHealthMatters #MHACF #YouthAndFamily #FamilyAdvocacy

Uninsured and seeking mental health services? Our Outlook Clinic is here to help! As Central Florida’s only FREE mental health clinic, our Outlook Clinic provides counseling and psychiatric care to our community’s uninsured. Contact our Connections Referral Program team at (407) 898-0110 Ext. 2 to learn more today. #MentalHealthMatters

Summer is the best time to grow! 🌱🧠 It's true that you cannot pour from an empty cup, but this #SelfCareSunday, we remind you that taking care of some things, like plants, can have a positive impact on peace of mind. #WorldNatureConservationDay #SelfCare #MentalHealthMatters

In celebration of International Self-Care Day, our MHACF Team Members are sharing their self-care activities they practice to take care of their mental wellness! 🧠💚 Self-care means taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical and mental health. This can help you manage stress, lower your risk of illness, and increase your energy. Take a moment to try one of our Team's self-care activities. Even small acts of self-care in your daily life can have a big impact on your mental wellness! 😊 #InternationalSelfCareDay #SelfCare

Today is a day packed full of fun with Orange County, Florida Government residents! 🎉 The Neighborhood Centers for Families Family Engagement & Resource Expo is TODAY from 9 AM to 1 PM at Colonial High School located at 6100 Oleander Drive Orlando, FL 32807. Our team will be sharing information about our FREE mental health resources like our Family Advocacy and Youth and Family Programs available for youths and their guardians! 💚 #MentalHealthMatters #YouthAndFamily #FamilyAdvocacy

Tomorrow the Mental Health Association of Central Florida will be sharing FREE mental health resources at one of Orange County, Florida Government's events! 😁✨ The Neighborhood Centers for Families Family Engagement & Resource Expo will be TOMORROW from 9 AM to 1 PM at Colonial High School located at 6100 Oleander Drive Orlando, FL 32807. Our team will be sharing information about our FREE mental health resources like our Family Advocacy and Youth and Family Programs available for youths and their guardians! We can't wait to see you all tomorrow. 🤗 #MentalHealthMatters #YouthAndFamily #FamilyAdvocacy

Our Connections Referral Program is designed to make it easy to find a mental health professional that is right for you! 📞😊 With a database of over 3000 mental health, addiction treatment and community care providers, hospitals and treatment facilities and consumer-run organizations that deliver services in Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Brevard and Volusia, Polk, and Orange counties, our Connections team can find help that is a good fit. To find a mental health resource, call our office at (407) 898-0110 Ext. 2 or fill out our connections form at mhacf.org/referral-form or learn more at mhacf.org/connections-referral-program. #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthResources

Support the mental health of your child through our Youth and Family Services Program! 💚 This specialized program provides free counseling and medication management for youths (6-17 years old) without insurance. Learn more about our new program and complete a referral form by visiting: https://mhacf.org/connections-referral-program/ This program is operated by the Mental Health Association of Central Florida, and sponsored by Central Florida Cares Health System, Inc. and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families. #YouthAndFamily #MentalHealthMatters

While you are shopping on Amazon during Prime Days, why not consider adding an extra item or two to your cart ?😊😀😊😀!Our Youth and Family services program would appreciate any items you could add from our Amazon Wishlist by visiting https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/923H99RDE3LY This free program provides free mental health services to youth ages 6-17 and their families. Any support you can provide is greatly appreciated!

Do you live in Central Florida and want to make a difference in the lives of people who are recovering in local behavioral health facilities from a mental health crisis? Visit our Guardian Advocate page at https://mhacf.org/guardian-advocate/ to learn more about becoming a Guardian Advocate and volunteering to ensure Baker Acted patients have a voice. #GuardianAdvocate #MentalHealthMatters

Cyberbullying can have a negative impact on mental wellness, so we are sharing some tips for how to address a negative online interaction. If you or a loved one is seeking mental health resources or referrals to a mental health provider, our free Mental Health Connections Program Team can help. Fill out our referral form online: https://www.mhacf.org/mental-health-connections/ or call 407-898-0110 Ext. 2 #MentalHealthMatters

Make sure to stay hydrated during the hottest time of the year!💧 Without water, the brain can't get enough of the amino acid tryptophan needed to create serotonin, also known as the "feel good" chemical. That's a big problem because serotonin is the neurotransmitter that regulates mood! Refresh your brain by simply drinking at least 8 ounce glasses of water a day for self-care. #SelfCare #StayHydrated

Step right up to the greatest resource event on Earth! 🎪💖 Our MHACF Team is attending the 3rd Annual Community Resource Fair hosted by AdventHealth Celebration TODAY from 11 AM to 1:30 PM at the Mangrove Conference Room located at 400 Celebration Place, Kissimmee, FL 34747. Come meet us at this amazing carnival and learn about our FREE mental health resources including our Support Groups, Outlook Clinic, and Connections Referral Program. We look forward to seeing you soon! #Carnival #MentalHealthMatters