Mental Health America of Greater Dallas

11/13/2025

🐾 Happy World Kindness Day! 🐾
Throwing it Operation Kindnessoption event with —a day full of play, connection, and giving loving homes to furry friends. ❤️

11/11/2025

Today and every day, we honor those who’ve served — and we recognize the battles that can’t always be seen. 💙

If you or someone you know is struggling, you’re not alone.
📞 Dial 988, then press 1 to reach the Veterans Crisis Line.

11/07/2025

Mental Health America of Greater Dallas joins our community, the Dallas Cowboys organization, and fans everywhere in mourning the loss of Marshawn Kneeland. His passing is a heartbreaking reminder that mental health challenges can affect anyone — regardless of background or success.

We urge everyone to check in with friends, family, and teammates, and to remember that help and hope are always within reach.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 for free, confidential support 24/7.
Read our full statement: 🔗 https://ow.ly/CR4I50XoqC3

11/06/2025

🎉 Reminder to take advantage of this early bird special while it lasts! 🎉

Be part of the 50th Annual Adolescent Symposium of Texas, our milestone event advancing youth mental health and wellness. 💚

🎟️ Sponsorships & tickets are now open! Use code EARLY by Nov 14 to save: 🔗 https://asot.muradbid.com

📅 March 4–5, 2026
📍 Plano Event Center

Get your CEUs and join 1,000+ professionals in education, mental health, juvenile justice, and social services for two days of learning, collaboration, and inspiration. 💬✨

11/05/2025

🌟 Save the Date: Giving Tuesday — December 2 🌟

Join Mental Health America of Greater Dallas as we work to raise $15,000 to connect thousands to lifesaving mental health resources. 💚

This year’s theme: Community in Action — because your generosity powers:
💚 Free mental health screenings and early support
💚 Advocacy for stronger mental health policy
💚 WHO® programs helping students stay safe and self-advocate
💚 Mothers & Babies for emotional wellness and bonding
💚 Peer Support & Young Professionals programs reducing isolation
💚 Research, education, and outreach

Together, we can turn compassion into impact — one gift at a time. 💫

Save the date, or donate now: https://mhadallas.org/donate/

11/03/2025

💙 November is National Family Caregivers Month!

Caregivers play an essential role in supporting the well-being of others, but they need care and support too.

Explore MHA’s Caregiver Hub for tools and resources on crisis planning, managing stress, and finding balance while caring for a loved one. 💚

🔗 Learn more: https://mhanational.org/caregivers

11/01/2025

Sometimes our darkest moments spark revolutions. 💚

In 1900, Yale graduate Clifford Beers survived a su***de attempt, then endured years of abuse in psychiatric institutions. Instead of giving up, he turned his pain into purpose.

In 1908, he published “A Mind That Found Itself,” exposing the cruelty of mental health treatment and breaking stigma with raw honesty. His courage sparked a movement:

🌿 Founded the first state mental health advocacy group
🌿 Created the National Committee for Mental Hygiene (now Mental Health America)
🌿 Opened the nation’s first outpatient mental health clinic

Clifford Beers proved that recovery is possible, and that every person deserves dignity, compassion, and hope.

🕯️ From struggle comes change.

10/31/2025

Due to the federal government shutdown, SNAP benefits will no longer be available beginning tomorrow. We know this creates real hardship for many families, so we’ve gathered a list of local resources that can help ⬇️

🍎 NEW for November: Food Assistance for Federal Employees and DFW/Love Field Community Members
During the shutdown, Dallas College food pantries will be open for walk-ins on Fridays, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. at:

Brookhaven Campus: 3939 Valley View Ln, Farmers Branch
West Dallas Center: 3330 N. Hampton Rd, Dallas
North Lake Campus: 5001 N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving
Richland Campus: 12800 Abrams Rd, Dallas, Special hours Oct. 29, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

🍞 Catholic Charities Dallas
Provides food six days a week across 115+ sites in nine counties.
🔗 Learn more: https://ow.ly/Y3c750Xl3kJ

🥫 Commodity Supplemental Food Program (People and Nutrition)
For adults 60+ in 12 North Texas counties. Participants receive a 35-lb box of USDA nonperishable food monthly.
🔗 Details: https://ow.ly/pk4m50Xl3kT

🚗 Dallas College Drive-Thru Pantries
Free groceries, fresh produce, and milk - first come, first served, no registration required.
🔗Check updates and locations: https://ow.ly/LSQH50Xl3l1

🍏 Local Option: MHA Dallas Food Distribution at the Success Center
📅 Next distribution: November 20
See the Food & Clothing section of the Vickery Community Resource Guide for more local food options.
🔗 https://ow.ly/57aI50Xl3kI

🔗 Use Feeding America’s Food Bank Finder: https://ow.ly/MuGb50Xl3kK

🔗 Explore more assistance options here: https://ow.ly/p8tE50Xl3kX

10/30/2025

🎃 We had such a great time over the weekend at the 4th Annual Free Halloween Family Weekend with the Dallas Police Department Office of Community Affairs! 👻

It was a fantastic day filled with family fun, sweet treats, and community connection. 💚

We’re so thankful to be part of an event that brings people together and supports a safer, stronger Dallas! 🏙️✨

10/29/2025

🎉 We're Celebrating 50 Years with an Early Bird Special! 🎉

Join us for the 50th Annual Adolescent Symposium of Texas — a milestone event dedicated to advancing youth mental health and wellness. 💚

🎟️ Sponsorships & tickets are now open! Use code EARLY by November 14 to save!
🔗 https://asot.muradbid.com/

📅 March 4–5, 2026
📍 Plano Event Center

Presented by Mental Health America of Greater Dallas, the Symposium brings together 1,000+ professionals from education, mental health, juvenile justice, and social services to learn, collaborate, and inspire change. 💬✨

10/28/2025

🎉 We’re so proud to have Dr. Martin as a valued member of our Board of Directors!

Your dedication, leadership, and passion for improving mental health make such a difference in our community. 💚

Congratulations on this well-deserved award — we’re honored to celebrate your achievements with you! 🌟

🎉Texas! LSSSCA Professional Recognitions! We proudly announce our 2025 Kathryn Everest Advocacy Award -Dr. Summer Martin! Thank you for your service to the school counseling profession & serving our students! We can't wait to celebrate you at our 2025 LSSSCA Conference Gala! ❤️

10/28/2025

🌟 It was a great day at the Adolescent Symposium On the Road – Ellis County last week!

We loved seeing so many meaningful connections, thoughtful conversations, and inspiring presentations focused on supporting youth mental health. 💚

Thank you to everyone who joined us — your energy and passion made the day a success!

Were you there? Tag us and share your favorite moments! 👇