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Mental Health Programs for the Community
We provide annual programs to educate the community on mental health and mental illness topics.
Adult Mental Health Program
Walking on the Edge – Understanding the World of Borderline and other Personality Disorders
June 13, 7-9 pm
Presenter: Lorna Smith Benjamin, PhD
Columbus State Community College
Registration information available soon.
Children's Mental Health Program
Bipolar Disorder in Children and Adolescents : A Comprehensive Evidence-based Conference
September 26, 7-9 pm
Presenters: Melissa DelBello, M.D. & Mary Fristad, PhD
Fawcett Center at the Ohio State University
Check back for information about registration.
Mental Health Programs for Professionals
We provide annual programs to educate the community on mental health and mental illness topics.
Adult Mental Health Conference
Windows to the Mind: A New Approach to Differential Diagnosis & Treatment for Borderline & Other Personality Disorders
June 13, 8:30 - 4:45 (7 credit hours)
Presenter: Lorna Smith Benjamin, PhD
Columbus State Community College
Click here for brochure. To register online, click here.
Children's Mental Health Conference
Bipolar Disorder in Children and Adolescents : A Comprehensive Evidence-based Conference
September 26, 8:30 - 4:45 (7 credit hours)
Presenters: Melissa DelBello, M.D. & Mary Fristad, PhD
Fawcett Center at the Ohio State University
Check back for information about registration.
Presentations
We would be glad to speak to your group. The following are some of the
programs and presentations available through the MHAFC. If you are interested
in arranging a speaker on any of the topics listed below, please call
us at (614) 221-1441. We would appreciate at least three to four weeks
notice to schedule a speaker. However, exceptions can be made in emergencies.
Following are topics available.
• Anxiety Education and Screenings: Each program is 45 minutes to one-hour in length using a video, handouts and opportunity for anxiety screening if time permits. Screenings are also available as part of a health fair exhibit.
• Understanding Anxiety Disorders: We provide a general presentation or this program can be customized to emphasize one of the five anxiety disorders: general anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, post traumatic stress disorder or social phobia.
• Depression Education and Screenings: Each program is 45 minutes to one-hour in length using a video, handouts and opportunity for screening for depression if time permits. Screenings are also available as part of a health fair exhibit. Following are depression topics we offer.
- Depression: General Information
- Depression in the Workplace: For Employees and Employers
- Depression and Women
- Depression and Older Adults
- Depression and Co-occurring Medical Conditions
• The Mental Health Association of Franklin County: Who We Are and What We Do: General agency presentation, 15-30 minutes in length.
• The Myths of Mental Illness: A 30-45 minute presentation on major mental illnesses: schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and major depression. Common misconceptions and facts about mental illness are discussed.
• De-Stress Your Life: Work/Life Balance in Uncertain Times: 45 minute to one-hour presentation on general stress management. Includes personal stress management plan and relaxation exercise.
Fees:
$100 for for-profit businesses
Negotiable for not-for-profit organizations
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Health
Fairs and Exhibits
You will find our agency exhibit at community events and health fairs
all across Franklin County. We often provide depression and anxiety screenings
as part of our exhibit.
If you would like us to exhibit or provide screenings at your event, call us at (614) 221-1441.
Franklin County ADAMH Scholarships for Consumers and Family Members
If you live in Franklin County, scholarships may be available for consumers with a mental illness or drug/alcohol addiction, or for an immediate family member of a consumer. These scholarships are used to attend an event related to mental health, alcohol and drug, cultural awareness, or health/wellness concerns.
For complete Franklin County scholarship guidelines, click here.
For a Franklin County scholarship application form, click here.
State of Ohio Scholarships for Mental Health Consumers and Family Members
If you live in Ohio and are a mental health consumer or family member, you may be eligible for a scholarship.
The Mental Health Association of Franklin County administers the scholarship funds allocated by the Ohio Department of Mental Health, effective July 1, 2005. The goal of these funds is to assist individuals and groups to develop the leadership and advocacy skills needed to effectively participate in the planning and development of mental health policies and services. We provide Scholarships to consumers and family members, both individuals and groups/organizations. Scholarship funds are awarded to individuals to attend workshops and conferences to enhance their leadership skills and knowledge of mental health issues. To access these funds, potential recipients must complete an application process and meet the criteria.
Click here to download State of Ohio Scholarship Information and Application Form in Microsoft Word format. For pdf format, click here.
State of Ohio Grants for Technical Assistance for Mental Health Consumers and Family Members
If you live in Ohio and are a mental health consumer or family member, you may be eligible for a technical assistance grant.
The Mental Health Association of Franklin County administers the technical assistance funds allocated by the Ohio Department of Mental Health, effective July 1, 2005. The goal of these funds is to assist individuals and groups to develop the leadership and advocacy skills needed to effectively participate in the planning and development of mental health policies and services. We provide Technical Assistance (TA) grants to consumers and family members, both individuals and groups/organizations. Technical Assistance funds are awarded to mental health consumer and family groups for the purpose of group development, education and skill building. To access these funds, potential recipients must complete an application process and meet the enclosed criteria.
Click here to download State of Ohio Technical Assistance Information and Application Form in Microsoft Word format.
For pdf format, click here.
