Our regular Facebook live events bring together experts from the mental health field and broader community to share information and about mental health topics and efforts to reduce stigma. These events are always free and open to the public.

Why do members of the LQBTQ+ community experience higher rates of mental illness? Join us for a discussion about these challenges, stigma, and resources available in the community.

Long hours, dealing with an unknown virus, extreme safety protocols, and labor shortages are causing severe mental health challenges for frontline health care workers and first responders. Depression, anxiety, PTSD are common experiences as the pandemic peaks and wanes in our community. Join us as we hear from workers on the frontline and discuss what we can do to support healthcare workers.

Join us for a discussion about athletes, mental health, and stigma. Athletes at all levels are told: “push through it—you have to be tough.” Learn how Olympic and professional athletes are taking care of their mental health and discover local programs available for high school and college athletes.

Join us for a discussion on Wednesday, January 19 at 12pm, about the growing need for mental health support services in high schools and how families can start a conversation with a student who may be struggling. A panel of educators, clinicians and a high school student will share their stories and offer suggestions.

Our experts discussed differences and similarities between Vietnam and Afghanistan war experiences, improvements in mental health services, and how to support Veterans in our communities.

October is National Depression Screening Month. Join us for this month’s Facebook Live and learn about a free, confidential screening tool and why it’s important to seek treatment for depression. If you suffer from depression, you are not alone—more than 50% of Americans now meet the clinical definition of depression or anxiety disorder.

Are you concerned about your college student’s mental well-being? Learn about resources available on campus, how to recognize when your student needs help, and how to get past the stigma of mental health challenges. Hear from counselors who work with young people and a student who received help when she needed to get back to the classroom.

“The leadership of our faith communities have a major responsibility to actively create a climate where members can feel okay about seeking help for mental health issues, especially with us having gone through this pandemic,” Max Donatelli, Erie County Anti-Stigma Coalition founding member, said. “Thankfully we know of some who are, and we will be featuring them during the Facebook Live session.”

During the past year, people reporting anxiety symptoms have tripled and depression symptoms have quadrupled. Mental health challenges are expected to continue as people return to work and activities, yet may still face financial, employment and health concerns. Learn how stigma prevents people from getting the help they need. A panel of experts will offer resources and encouragement.

Join the Conversation as a panel of experts share their stories and discuss the stigma of mental health challenges among veterans and those who serve in the military. Many veterans and active military personnel are embarrassed or ashamed about mental health issues and stigma can prevent them from seeking treatment. Learn about mental health resources and the myths and real struggles of veterans and military personnel.

With some schools back in person and some remote, this panel discussion provides good insight into handling the stresses for parents, students and teachers through all of this. We encourage you to watch and share it with anyone that you think it may help.