Vital Voices For Mental Health

10/22/2025

Bon appétit! Vital Voices staff Audrey and Jamila joined the 2025 MC3 - Milwaukee Comprehensive Care Collaborative NIATx Storyboard Marketplace, showcasing their quality improvement project for advocacy referrals! 👩🏼‍🍳

10/21/2025

Make sure to check your mailboxes this week for the Vital Voices Self Care Fair 2025 postcard! 👀 Click the link to register today! https://vital-voices.org/event/second-annual-self-care-fair/

10/17/2025

The Vital Voices team is on the road! 🚗 As part of their continuing education and growth goals, Kim, Audrey, and Jamila are attending the Annual Mental Health & Substance Use Recovery Conference, facilitated by UW-Stevens Point Institute for Behavioral Health & Wellness Training.

09/25/2025

The school year is in full swing! 📚 How many times have you heard your child say their day was "just fine"? Here are some after-school questions you can ask to dig deeper! 🍎
- What made you laugh today?
- You look excited. Something fun must have happened today!
- I felt [feeling] at work today. When you feel like that, what do you do?
- Tell me about a new word you learned today.
- Did anyone help you today?
- What did you do with your hands today?
- What was something that was difficult for you, but you did it anyway?
- What made you feel proud of yourself today?
- What did [a teacher or friend] say today?
- What did you learn in [class] today that you think you'll remember forever?

08/04/2025

August is still a scorcher in Wisconsin. If you're looking for a place to cool off, the Milwaukee County Health Department has a list of air conditioned public spaces, libraries, and senior centers as well as splash pads and pools. Click the link below to learn more!

Affordable land and leasing costs, abundant fresh water, an educated workforce, low business costs and easy access to financing, technical assistance and efficient transportation have helped local businesses succeed and grow.

08/01/2025

Dogs do many important jobs. 🐕 As August is , Vital Voices highlights two important mental health jobs dogs can do. For more information on emotional support animals, visit https://adata.org/guide/service-animals-and-emotional-support-animals

07/25/2025

Looking for a fun summer mocktail that will keep you hydrated? Make this Watermelon & Strawberry Slush for your next party! 🥤🍉🍓

A day before, cut *1 Small Watermelon* into cubes, removing the skin and seeds. Put half the cubes in the freezer and the other half in the fridge. When you're ready, blend all the watermelon plus *1 Container of Strawberries* (with the tops cut off) and the *Juice of 2 Limes*. Pour and enjoy!

07/02/2025

While The Fourth of July is a fun celebration for most, today is a great day to check in on the men and women who have served our country. Fireworks can be triggering for some Veterans. This article from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides insight and tips on how Veterans can cope with triggers.

Oscar Solis, Jr. is a retired U.S. Marine who doesn’t like celebrating the Fourth of July.

06/30/2025

We're taking advantage of the beautiful summer weather! Here's what we're doing to improve our mental health this summer. What do you do to improve yours? 🌤

06/23/2025

Time to make a splash! 🏊🏖 Cool off, get some exercise, and soak up vitamin D (with sunscreen!) in one of Milwaukee County Parks' many aquatic centers, outdoor pools, and splash pads!

Milwaukee County's outdoor water parks, indoor and outdoor pools, and outdoor splash pads and wading pools.

06/17/2025

Summer's almost here! 😎☀️ Did you know there are 13 public Milwaukee County Parks Golf courses? Pick up a new hobby or work on your swing - being outside can boost your mood!

With 13 courses to choose from, Milwaukee County Parks golf courses have the ideal setting for every golfer – from beginner to pro. For experienced players, book a tee time at our Tournament and Championship courses. The four Regulation courses are perfect for improving your game. The two Executiv...

06/13/2025

June is . Fitness, diet, and heart health are often talked about - but mental health matters, too. It's okay for men to feel vulnerable, to cry, to ask for help or seek professional help. Start a conversation with the men in your life, destigmatize seeking help, and encourage men to open up without fear of judgement. It's okay not to be okay.