Mental Health Resources for the Holidays
The holidays can be a source of increased stress. It can be a difficult time…
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
The Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) estimates that about 1 million…
April 24 is Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Chances are, your medicine cabinet probably contains some medications that are either expired or no…
Help is Available from Colorado Crisis Services
We all have personal struggles, and if you’re going through a tough time, one of…
Webinar Archive: As you prepare to reopen your library – A webinar on health and mental health issues
The Colorado State Library and Ready Teams partnered to provide a webinar for Colorado library…
Friday Grab Bag, May 1, 2020
Before we dive into the Friday Grab Bag, we have a new entry in our…
April is Stress Awareness Month
Perhaps appropriately, given the times we find ourselves in, the month of April is recognized…
Pedestrianism – A 19th Century Quirk for 21st Century Life?
Today – the first Wednesday in April – just so happens to be National Walking…
Save the Dates for Spring Training 2020!
The Colorado State Library is delighted to share our awesome lineup of Spring Training opportunities…
Safety for Seniors with Dementia
As people age, many start exhibiting signs of dementia. This could begin as small changes…
Safe2Tell Colorado
It’s not always easy for teens to report safety concerns to adults — but reporting…
New Report on Youth Suicide Prevention
The Colorado Attorney General’s Office just released a new report, Community Conversations to Inform Youth…
Fort Lyon Supportive Residential Community
A recent news story discussed a new state audit report assessing the Fort Lyon residential…
Community Corrections in Colorado
Felonies for controlled substances and assault increased in 2017 over the previous year, while theft…
Mantherapy: A Resource for Men-tal Health
According to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), “Colorado’s suicide rates are…
Preventing School Violence
A new school year has begun, and students deserve a healthy school experience free from…
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
Alzheimer’s, dementia, and related conditions are an important health concern, and will continue to be…
Mental Health and Crisis Services
The State of Colorado has many resources for those who are in crisis, and those…
Suicide in Colorado
Colorado’s suicide rate is climbing. Since 2009 the suicide death rate has increased each year….
Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
June has been designated as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s and related dementias affect…