St. Lucie RISE

St. Lucie RISE St. Lucie RISE Mental Health Collaborative is a Roundtable of St. Lucie County initiative. Lucie RISE – Mental Health Collaborative! The Roundtable of St.

Lucie County has been awarded the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Strategic Prevention Framework-Partnership for Success Grant (SPF-PFS) for $375,000 per year for 5 years through 2028 to launch the St. Lucie RISE Mental Health Collaborative under its umbrella. The purpose of this grant program is to help communities work collaboratively to reduce the onset and progression of substance misuse and its related problems by supporting the development and delivery of community substance misuse prevention and mental health promotion services. The SPF-PFS program is grounded in the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF), a data-driven community engagement model grounded in public health principles focused on providing evidence-based services to high-risk and underserved communities. Consistent with the Roundtable’s mission, this grant will enhance our mission to sustain a team of county and business leaders who mobilize resources to improve the education, health, safety, nutrition, and care of all children in St. Lucie County. Local Substance Abuse Prevention and Mental Health Promotion Strategies

Designed to strengthen our community-level prevention capacity to identify and respond to local substance abuse prevention and mental health promotion priorities for high-risk and underserved communities, the St. Lucie RISE Strategic Prevention Partnership is a county-wide initiative designed to implement a comprehensive mix of evidenced-based prevention approaches and services that align with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) expectations to implement high-quality programs, practices, and policies that are recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and equity-based as a means of improving behavioral health in St. Our partner agencies and collaboratives, businesses, and community advocates will work collectively to address root causes that lead to increased risk for youth substance misuse and mental health challenges. This funding will specifically be utilized to establish a Mental Health Collaborative, made up of community stakeholders, to identify and respond to ongoing behavioral health needs for our community and to oversee the delivery of community-wide Teen Mental Health First-Aid training, support the development of Pediatric Integrated Care access through primary care providers, support the delivery of Functional Family Therapy to underserved communities, and to promote community-wide trauma-informed care approaches. In addition, funding will provide additional support to Drug Free St. Lucie currently funded by the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy and the Center for Disease Control, to expand its substance abuse prevention efforts through the implementation of youth-led Social Norms and Mental Health awareness campaigns. Under the umbrella of the Roundtable, the Mental Health Collaborative and Drug Free St. Lucie will be a force multiplier to improve behavioral health outcomes for youth and families in our community.

03/09/2026

Don’t forget! Our St. Lucie RISE Network Meeting is tomorrow, and we’d love to see you there. 😊

📅 Tuesday, March 10th
⏰ 1 PM - 2 PM
📍Children’s Services Council Training Room

03/06/2026

Your mental health matters. 💚

If you’re a teen or young adult and something doesn’t feel right... trust that feeling. Whether it’s stress, anxiety, depression, or concerns about substance use, asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Listening to yourself is the first step toward getting the support you deserve.

If you or someone you know may need help, explore resources available for young people here: samhsa.gov/young-adults

03/06/2026
Looking for behavioral health support in St. Lucie County?The St. Lucie Cares Behavioral Health Resource Guide connects ...
03/05/2026

Looking for behavioral health support in St. Lucie County?

The St. Lucie Cares Behavioral Health Resource Guide connects individuals and families to local counseling, substance use support, crisis services, and more — all in one easy place.

Access the guide at 👉 www.stluciecares.com

You are not alone. Mental health challenges are common, treatable, and nothing to be ashamed of. When we speak openly, s...
03/04/2026

You are not alone. Mental health challenges are common, treatable, and nothing to be ashamed of. When we speak openly, seek support, and show compassion, we help create a community where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

If you or someone you love is struggling, reach out. Support, education, and hope are always within reach.

🔹 St. Lucie Cares – Local behavioral health resources (www.stluciecares.com)
🔹 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Education, advocacy & support groups
🔹 Mental Health America – Screenings, resources & prevention tools
🔹 📞 Dial or text 988 to reach the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
🔹 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA ) – Treatment locators & national resources

Support is real. Recovery is possible. And reaching out is a sign of strength 💙

We're proud to be part of the continued growth of Peace 4 St. Lucie.Collaboration across agencies is how we move from co...
03/03/2026

We're proud to be part of the continued growth of Peace 4 St. Lucie.
Collaboration across agencies is how we move from conversation to coordinated action for children and families in St. Lucie County.

Join us next Tuesday, March 10th at 1 PM in the Children’s Services Council Training Room for our March monthly meeting....
03/02/2026

Join us next Tuesday, March 10th at 1 PM in the Children’s Services Council Training Room for our March monthly meeting.

We’re pleased to welcome Alex Edwards from Prevention Central , who will present “Building Resilience Through Stop Now And Plan (SNAP).” This evidence-informed approach focuses on strengthening self-regulation, improving decision-making, and equipping youth with practical tools that support long-term resilience.

We hope you’ll join the conversation.

Continuing education in mental health isn’t just helpful...it’s essential. We appreciate organizations that make expert ...
03/02/2026

Continuing education in mental health isn’t just helpful...it’s essential. We appreciate organizations that make expert knowledge accessible, practical, and easy to engage with.

If you’ve been looking for practical tools, deeper insight, or simply a better understanding of topics impacting individuals, families, and workplaces, this is a great opportunity to engage. Free, virtual, and designed with real-world application in mind.

Check out Mindspring Mental Health Alliance's March lineup and consider sharing with someone who could benefit. 💚

March Mental Health Webinars 👉 anxiety, workplace bullying, toxic relationships, personality disorders, attachment styles, grief & depression in kids, cannabis use, and more. Our 60-minute online training courses are created & hosted by local experts, include plenty of time for questions, and are free to attend. Attendance certificates & recordings are provided! Find our course calendar here 👉👉 https://mailchi.mp/mindspringhealth.org/2026_webinars-8745174

02/27/2026

Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is simply listen. Offering steady, nonjudgmental support can make a meaningful (even lifesaving) difference for someone you care about.

Strong families, engaged caregivers, and supportive community environments are all linked to better mental health and overall well-being.

🔗samhsa.gov/mental-health/how-to-talk/parents-and-caregivers

Veterans in need of support — and the people who care about them — can ☎️ call, 📱 text, or 💻 chat online with the for ...
02/26/2026

Veterans in need of support — and the people who care about them — can ☎️ call, 📱 text, or 💻 chat online with the for free, confidential support anytime, 24/7/365.

🔗veteranscrisisline.net

Reposting an oldie but goodie 👏 because your voice still matters!Peace 4 St. Lucie (P4SL) is gathering input from parent...
02/25/2026

Reposting an oldie but goodie 👏 because your voice still matters!

Peace 4 St. Lucie (P4SL) is gathering input from parents, guardians, caregivers, and teens to better understand what our community truly needs when it comes to mental health support. This initiative is rooted in listening first and building solutions that reflect real experiences.

If you haven’t already, please take a few minutes to complete the survey and share it with others. Every response helps us strengthen resources, close gaps, and advocate for meaningful change.

📝 Parent & Caregiver Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7B8KMBS
📝 Teen Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CBRJQPL

You can also scan the QR code on the flyers to participate.

It only takes a few minutes, but your input can shape the future of mental health support in our community. Please take it and share it with other parents, guardians, caregivers, and your teens 💙

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