Madison County Mental Health Board

05/05/2026

Mental health conditions can affect anyone. Compassion, understanding, and access to care can make a meaningful difference. There is treatment available: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/locators/esmi

05/05/2026

We are proud to serve our community with our comprehensive Behavioral Health Outpatient services, including long-term psychiatric care and medical management!
🧠Your mental health is just as important as your physical health, and we are here to provide compassionate support for a variety of challenges. Our dedicated team is committed to creating personalized treatment plans that empower you on your journey to wellness.
💚Whether you're seeking ongoing support, counseling, or medical management, we're here to help you every step of the way. Together, we can build a brighter and healthier future!
If you or someone you know needs assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. Your well-being matters! 🌟
Call us at 618-798-8460 to schedule an appointment today!
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05/02/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 🧠✨

This year’s theme is "See the Person. Support the Journey”. We’re encouraging everyone in our community to look out for one another and bridge the gap between struggling and healing.

💚 How you can join us this month:

Check In: A simple "How are you really doing?" can change someone's day.
Be Seen in Green: Wear green this month to show your support and help break the stigma.
Prioritize You: Whether it's a walk, a hobby, or professional talk, make time for your well-being.

If you or a loved one are struggling, please reach out to these 24/7 confidential resources:
Call or Text: 988 (Su***de & Crisis Lifeline)
Text: HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line)
For immediate emergencies, always dial 911.

Let's make 2026 a year of support, resilience, and "More Good Days.”

05/02/2026

Come join us and our friends and learn how you can help further the mission!

The Madison County Partnership to End Homelessness will be hosting a meet and greet on Thursday, May 21, 2026 from 9:30am- 11:30am at the 157 N. Main St., Ste. 309 in Edwardsville.

We would love to see you there!

05/01/2026

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05/01/2026

See the Person. Support the Journey. 🧠

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health is part of everyday life. It shapes how we think, feel, connect with others, and move through the world. This year’s theme highlights the importance of:

💚Noticing early signs of mental health concerns
💚Strengthening the support around us
💚Responding with care and compassion during challenging moments

Mental health touches every part of life — from housing and work to relationships and community. When mental health challenges arise, they often intersect with substance use, and whole person care that addresses both is essential to lasting recovery and well-being.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org, or you can call our office at 618-692-4359 and we can help guide you to some local resources for many great agencies in the area.

04/24/2026

𝙀𝙭𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝘼𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 🤝

The Madison County Mental Health Board is proud to be a host site for the FOCUS St. Louis Civic Action Project.

This partnership pairs our office with a team of "Emerging Leaders"—diverse, mid-career professionals from across the St. Louis region—to help execute the qualitative portion of our 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. This collaboration provides our team with high-capacity project management and expert facilitation support.

𝙒𝙝𝙮 𝙞𝙩 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨: This comprehensive data collection is the foundation for our upcoming FY2027 funding cycle and our next 3-year Strategic Plan. Our Executive Director, Amber Donnelly, recently attended the project presentation on Tuesday, April 21, to celebrate this progress!

𝙒𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙫𝙤𝙞𝙘𝙚! You still have until May 31 to complete the survey and sign up for a focus group. Your input directly shapes the future of mental health funding in our community.

🔗 Take the survey here: https://arcg.is/0j85ur1

04/24/2026

This Saturday! Here's your chance to get rid of any medications you no longer need safely.

Items that can be accepted at the event include:
• Prescription medication including controlled substances
• Over-the-counter medications
• Vitamins
Items that cannot be accepted include:
• Any illicit drugs. (These substances can be turned over to a police department at any time.)
• Sharp objects, including needles, auto-injectors, etc. Please check with your waste disposal company to learn their procedures for the safe disposal of these items.
• Liquids not secured in a leak-proof container.
• Biohazardous materials.
• Glass objects, including thermometers or other medical devices.
• Aerosols, including inhalers.

MADISON COUNTY PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE-BACK DAY IS SATURDAY

Madison County’s law enforcement agencies, in cooperation with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, will operate a drop-off site for Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25, in Edwardsville.

Madison County State’s Attorney Thomas A. Haine, Sheriff Jeff Connor, Coroner Nick Novacich and Emergency Management Agency Director Fred Patterson will be operating the drop-off site in coordination with the DEA.

The drop-off site, open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offers drive-up service.

The site will be in the Madison County Administration Building’s back parking lot on Second Street in Edwardsville. The address for the Administration Building is: 157 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL 62025.

Coroner Novacich said: “By reducing the number of prescription medications on our streets and in our homes, we are helping ensure these drugs don’t fall into the wrong hands. Properly disposing of unneeded and expired medications is a simple yet powerful way we can all contribute to making Madison County a safer place to live.”

Sheriff Connor said, “The Drug Take Back program continues to be a proven way to lower the chances of prescription drugs getting into the hands of those who abuse these types of drugs.”

Haine added: “We encourage residents to take advantage of this convenient way to dispose of unneeded medications. This program saves lives and would not be possible without the support of our law enforcement and community partners.”

Many opioid addictions start with prescription pills found in medicine cabinets at home. Pharmaceutical drugs can be just as dangerous as street drugs when taken without a prescription or a doctor’s supervision.

Items that can be accepted at the event include:
• Prescription medication including controlled substances
• Over-the-counter medications
• Vitamins

Items that cannot be accepted include:
• Any illicit drugs. (These substances can be turned over to a police department at any time.)
• Sharp objects, including needles, auto-injectors, etc. Please check with your waste disposal company to learn their procedures for the safe disposal of these items.
• Liquids not secured in a leak-proof container.
• Biohazardous materials.
• Glass objects, including thermometers or other medical devices.
• Aerosols, including inhalers.

Since 2010, DEA, along with its law enforcement partners, has collected 20 million pounds of unneeded prescription medications through this program.

04/22/2026

The best way to celebrate ? Unplugging to reconnect. 📵 Nature has a way of silencing the noise and reminding us what matters. Research shows that spending just 20 minutes in nature can significantly lower cortisol (stress hormone) levels.

What’s your favorite "hidden gem" spot in nature that helps you clear your head? 👇

04/17/2026

Madison County: It’s time to back up the men who built this community.
You’ve spent decades feeding us, protecting us, and showing up for everyone else. Now, we need your expertise to make sure this county shows up for you.

Take 3 minutes to help us build a better future. 100% Anonymous.

🚨988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 24/7 for confidential support.

🛡️ SECTOR-SPECIFIC PEER SUPPORT Staffed by people who have walked in your boots.
• COPLINE (Police/Investigators): 1-800-267-5463 Answered by retired officers who "get it." 100% confidential.
• FIRE/EMS HELPLINE: 1-888-731-3473 Confidential support for Fire, EMS, and their families. part of the NVFC (National Volunteer Fire Council)
• SAFE CALL NOW: 1-877-230-6060 Confidential support for Dispatch/Child Abuse Investigators
• VETERANS CRISIS LINE: Text VET to 838255
• FARM AID: 1-800-FARM-AID Help with farm stress, financial, and legal crisis (M-F 8AM–8PM CST).
• METRO EAST FRONTLINE SUPPORT: 618-381-5173 Local 618 support for secondary trauma and shift stress.

04/16/2026

Your Story is far from over ;

Today is World Semicolon Day. In writing, a semicolon is used when an author could have ended a sentence, but chose to continue it instead. In life, that author is you.

To the men of Madison County: You’ve spent decades feeding us, protecting us, and showing up for everyone else. You are the backbone of this community—now, we need your expertise to make sure this county shows up for you.

Take 3 minutes to help us build a better future. 100% Anonymous.

Need to talk? We’ve got your back.
🚨 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
Call or Text 988 anytime (24/7) for confidential support.

NAMI HELPLINE: Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or Text "HELPLINE" to 62640. Open Mon–Fri, 9 AM – 9 PM CST. Best for finding local resources, support groups, and talking to peers who understand the system.

🛡️ SECTOR-SPECIFIC PEER SUPPORT (24/7 unless otherwise stated)
Staffed by people who have walked in your boots.

COPLINE (Police/Investigators): 1-800-267-5463
Answered by retired officers who "get it." 100% confidential.

FIRE/EMS HELPLINE: 1-888-731-3473
Confidential support for Fire, EMS, and their families (NVFC).

SAFE CALL NOW: 1-877-230-6060
Confidential support for Dispatch & Child Abuse Investigators.

VETERANS CRISIS LINE: Text VET to 838255

FARM AID: 1-800-FARM-AID
Help with farm stress, financial, and legal crisis (M-F 8AM–8PM CST).

METRO EAST FRONTLINE SUPPORT: 618-381-5173
Local 618 support for secondary trauma and shift stress.

04/16/2026

You matter! For those who struggle with mental health. Your life matters. We like having you around.
The Madison County Mental Health Board is a proud supporter of NAMI Southwestern Illinois

Today is World Semicolon Day—a reminder that a pause isn’t the end of the story.

“You are loved and we like having you around.”

If you needed that today, we’re really glad you’re here.
And if it doesn’t feel true right now, you’re not alone in that either.

Connection, care, and community can make a difference—one moment at a time.

If you’d like someone to talk to, the NAMI HelpLine is here:
- 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
- Text “NAMI” to 62640

If you or someone you know is in need of immediate crisis support, contact the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988, or chatting online at chat.988lifeline.org