The 988 Lifeline provides FREE and confidential support for people in distress 24/7. Resources on specific topics can be found here.
The Connection: N.E.W. Mental Health and Connections for Mental Wellness provides information, resources, and service navigation for mental health and substance abuse in Brown, Calumet, Outagamie, and Winnebago Counties.
Fox Cities Mental Health Connection
According to the March of Dimes, about 1 in 7 women experience postpartum depression (PPD). PPD consists of strong feelings of tiredness, sadness, and anxiety. This depression can develop during pregnancy or within the first year after giving birth. Support is available if you or someone you know is experiencing PPD.
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: This hotline is free and confidential, and is operated 24/7 in English, Spanish, and 60 other languages. It provides support before, during, and after pregnancy. Pregnant and new moms who are struggling emotionally can call or text 1-800-852-6262 for help.
Do you or someone you know need recovery services? Unity Recovery Services has a peer-based recovery program, PRISM, that assists those seeking recovery services. Coaches and peer support specialists assist individuals through their recovery journey by helping them overcome obstacles and connecting them to resources and tools.
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use challenges, call the 24-Hour PRISM Team Hotline at (920) 345-7747.
Do you have any unused or expired medications sitting in your medicine cabinet? The City of Menasha Police Department has a drug drop box in their main lobby. By properly disposing unused and expired drugs, we can help prevent medication misuse. The police department lobby also has a sharps container disposal.
With the increase in the use of opioids in the state, it is possible used syringes may be found in public spaces, like community parks and playgrounds. Never pick up a used needle you find on the ground. It is possible it may have residue of a drug, blood borne pathogen, or other harmful bacteria. Call the Menasha Police Department Non-Emergency line at 920-967-3500 to request a Community Service Officer (CSO) to dispose of the syringe correctly.
Mental health is important at every stage of life. It includes social well-being, and psychological and emotional health. Our mental state affects how we think, feel, and act. Mental health status is not consistent, meaning there may be periods in life where mental health is in a good state, and other times were it's not. For some, poor mental health lasts longer than others and may require assistance from professionals.