The Fidelis Care Blog

As we spend time outdoors this summer, Fidelis Care is sharing ways to help enjoy pest-free outdoor living.

In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, Fidelis Care visited partner New Choices Recovery Center, an alcohol and drug treatment facility in Schenectady, and talked with Clinical Coordinator Meagan Rivers, LMHC, NCC, CCTP.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental, physical, and social health are linked. They impact each other. This is called the “mind-body connection.” There is no complete health without mental health. Many studies show that poor physical health can lead to mental health problems. These may include depression, low motivation, and anxiety. Poor mental health also can lead to physical problems. These may include chronic pain, high blood pressure, and heart disease.

As people get older, a fall in the home can cause serious injury. Take some simple steps to reduce the risk of falls.

Everyone has mental health needs. You likely have friends or family members who have struggled with a mental health issue – or you have struggled yourself. When people close to you are upset, it can make you uneasy. You want to help, but you may not know how.