Monthly Archives: October 2008

Ohioans Asked to Support Local Mental Health Levies

Posted on October 31, 2008 by Meghan Urbon

A message from NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Ohio: On November 4th, voters from 15 counties throughout Ohio will be asked to support local mental health levies. If you live in one of these counties, NAMI Ohio strongly urges you to … Continue reading →

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Support Portage County Mental Health Levy

Posted on October 30, 2008 by Meghan Urbon

     As a school counselor, parent, and community member, I am writing this letter to endorse the renewal of Issue 36. Passing this renewal levy is vital to the children in Portage County. I am continually referring parents to our … Continue reading →

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Care of Mental Health in Question during Election Time

Posted on October 20, 2008 by Meghan Urbon

Care of Mental Health Services is in question during this election time.  One in four Americans experience mental health problems at some point during their lifetime. If John McCain or Barack Obama were to ever need to seek help from … Continue reading →

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A Word From Sandy Stephenson, Director of the Ohio Department of Mental Health

Posted on October 1, 2008 by Meghan Urbon

Sandy Stephenson, Director of the Ohio Department of Mental Health, grew up in a healthy and loving home environment. After high school, she went to work for a small company.  She married and had a son.  A few years later, … Continue reading →

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