Samaritan Counseling Center of the Southern Tier

01/13/2026

Have you ever thought about setting a one word resolution?

A one word resolution is the practice of choosing a single, powerful word to serve as a guide or mantra for the year. This word is meant to guide your mindset, actions, and decisions. Your word helps you to focus on how you want to be or feel, rather than what you want to achieve or accomplish.

What’s one word you’re carrying into the new year?

As we step into 2026, we asked NAMI staff one simple question:
What’s one word you’re carrying into the new year?

These words reflect intention, care, and hope — reminders that growth doesn’t have to be loud to be meaningful.

Here’s to moving forward together, one word at a time. 💙

01/10/2026

We ♥️ our local library!

Check out this program for teens and other opportunities at George F. Johnson Memorial Library.

It's time to sign up for our Winter 2026 Teen Book Box subscription! Fill out the reading interest survey at forms.gle/UnEY8enysU1rRHC98 - we're so excited to pick out books just for you!

12/25/2025

Hanukkah has ended, winter has begun, Kwanzaa begins tomorrow and it’s Christmas morning. This is the time of year when we are surrounded by celebrations. But sometimes celebrating can feel difficult for so many reasons. Today we are wishing each of you peace hopefully with many moments of joy and laughter. And we are celebrating each of those moments with you.

12/11/2025

Our Samaritan Counselors and some of our Board Members gathered to celebrate the holiday season. We are grateful for this time of year that reminds us to take time for the people who make life a little brighter.

12/10/2025

“Healthy coping mechanisms throughout the holidays include communication, respite, and socialization,” says Mary Whitecombe-Turbush, director of Broome County Office for the Aging.

Broome County supports the needs of seniors with several local senior centers, which provide a free avenue to socialize and often serve hot meals, offering both companionship and nutrition for older residents.

In Broome County, older adults can call the Broome County Office for the Aging Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to receive information and support. The number is 607-778-2411.

You can also learn about statewide resources and the Virtual Senior Center by visiting the New York State Office for the Aging website, https://www.getsetup.io/partner/nystate

Greg Olsen, director of the New York State Office for the Aging, noted that in May 2023 the U.S. surgeon general declared loneliness and social isolation a public health epidemic.

12/08/2025

How do you rest and find joy in the winter season? ❄️

Colder weather doesn’t have to mean gloomy days.

Dr. Kari Leibowitz encourages us to embrace the opportunity to slow down.

Listen to the full episode of Speaking of Psychology: https://at.apa.org/40d8bb

12/02/2025

On this National Day of Giving, the Samaritan Counseling Center extends our heartfelt thanks to all of our donors and supporters. Your generosity makes our work possible, and we truly could not do it without you.

If you would like to learn more about our services, please visit our website - https://samaritancounseling.org/

If you would like to support our work with a cash donation, you may do so via PayPal - https://tinyurl.com/SCC-GivingTuesday

11/24/2025

Nearly 88% of adults report that the the holiday season (or the period beginning in November and lasting until the New Year) is the most stressful time of the year. While some stress is inevitable, too much stress, especially if we are already having mental health challenges, can challenge our ability to cope.

The good news? There are things that you can do to help.

Read this article from the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention for tools that you can use to manage stress and protect your mental health this holiday season.

Concerned about the impact of the holiday season on your mental health? You are not alone.

11/19/2025

Our seasonal support group for senior citizens starts tomorrow, Thursday, 11/20❗

If you are interested in joining, please call TODAY for your last opportunity to register and attend all sessions.

You can reach our administrative team to ask questions or register for group by calling 607-754-2660.

11/17/2025

Not sure where to start? Try these options:

"I'm here for you."
"You're not alone."
"I care about you."
"You're important to me."

Who will you check in on today?

988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline

Reach out, listen, show you care.

Even the smallest check-in can make a huge difference in someone's day. 💜

11/12/2025

We often hear about the importance of being thankful or grateful - but what does that mean, and how do we put it into practice?

Swipe to learn more about why, and how, to create your own gratitude practice.

Full Resource:https://www.va.gov/WHOLEHEALTH/veteran-handouts/docs/Gratitude-Final508-08-29-2018.pdf