Join us on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 8 a.m. for the annual Oktoberfest Run in Cullman, AL. The Oktoberfest Run is part of Cullman’s annual Oktoberfest celebration. Enjoy Oktoberfest fun following the race, including german music and dancing, a craft fair, food vendors, unique shops, restaurants, and more! Proceeds from the run support the […]
Dial 988: New suicide prevention hotline launching Saturday
A new safety net goes live this weekend, making it easier for people in crisis to connect with compassionate mental health professionals. Starting Saturday, July 16, people experiencing a mental health emergency can dial 988 instead of the longer National Suicide Prevention hotline. While it’s a national program, the three-digit number links callers to mental […]
WellStone announces mental health hiring event – Huntsville Business Journal
Do you want to be a part of building better access to mental healthcare across our state? Quality mental healthcare workers play a vital role in achieving this reality. WellStone, North Alabama’s nonprofit mental health center, is hosting a job fair on Friday, July 22, from 9am –4pm in hopes of filling dozens of vacant positions. The […]
WellStone to host hiring event to tackle workforce shortage – WHNT
“At a time when demand for mental health services has dramatically increased, WellStone and all behavioral health providers are experiencing a significant workforce shortage,” said Jeremy Blair, WellStone CEO. “It is a great time to apply for a position with the largest behavioral health provider in North Alabama to make a difference in lives we […]
Wellstone plans to build mental health crisis center in Huntsville for kids – WAAY31 Feature Story
A mental health crisis center for kids is coming to Huntsville. It will be the first of its kind in Alabama. Right now, there are crisis units in hospitals but not an entire center dedicated to helping kids during a mental health emergency. That is where Wellstone Behavioral Health comes in. Watch the full story […]
Sonja and Jonathan Rossow: Inspired to Give, and Give Again
Like most nonprofits, WellStone relies on the generosity of donors to maximize its impact. We are grateful for every donor who supports and strengthens our mission. While there are plenty of reasons to give, there are also many ways to give. This week, we celebrate Sonja and Jonathan Rossow, who recently became WellStone’s first monthly, […]
Beginning Therapy: 6 Things to Consider before Your First Outpatient Appointment
Picking up the phone to call a therapist can be intimidating and nerve-wracking, whether it’s your first, or fourth, attempt. Whatever made you seek guidance is valid, and by starting the search process you are one step closer to building a life that you can love and enjoy more fully. In case you haven’t experienced […]
5 Signs of a Mental Health Crisis— WAAY31 Feature Story
According to the Alabama Department of Public Health, Alabama had a higher rate of suicides than homicides in 2019. Suicide rates for Alabama have been consistently higher than U.S. rates. Help is out there. Health experts want to make sure everyone knows the signs to look for if someone you love is in trouble. Josaylon Henry, […]
New mental health crisis center in Huntsville projected to be complete in spring— WAAY31 Feature Story
For those suffering from a mental health crisis, more resources are coming to North Alabama. “We had to go through a very rigorous process in showing that we in North Alabama are one of the areas that truly need a facility like this,” Josaylon Henry with WellStone said. Watch the full story here.
Structure of new WellStone Crisis Center taking shape in Huntsville- WAFF48 Feature Story
Work is well underway. The new center is being built right next to the original WellStone office on South Memorial Parkway. Wellstone CEO Jeremy Blair tells us often times jail or the emergency room isn’t the best place for someone in a mental health crisis. That’s the whole purpose of the new Crisis Diversion Center, […]