This week, Michael and Janice join Abby to discuss the importance of integrating physical and mental healthcare and how the Healthcare Home program at Independence Center supports members’ health goals.
This week I am speaking with two Independence Center members, Pearl and Michelle about Black History Month and how members and staff have been celebrating this month. Pearl and Michelle both participate in the member led group, The Conversation Stars Here. This group meets weekly, and their mission is to “promote unity, dialogue, action, and education to create a safe, antiracist, and equitable atmosphere of belonging. This group discusses all types of diversity, equity, and inclusion matters but for the
Today I am talking with Damele Walton on his experience as a black male in the LGBTQ+ community. We discuss the importance of acceptance and some of Damele’s hopes for the future of mental healthcare for the LGBTQ+ community.
(ST. LOUIS – March 3, 2022) Every year Missouri Mental Health Foundation recognizes three Missourians who have overcome challenges as a Mental Health Champion. This year they are recognizing one of Independence Center’s members, Steve Whyte as a 2022 Mental Health Champion. Steve Whyte has dealt with mental illness his whole life. Whyte is being recognized for using his own experience with his mental health to make a positive impact on the community. He has made it his mission to
Today I am talking with DeAndra Smith. DeAndra is a member at Independence Center who first came to IC homeless and in need of a lot of support. Over time, DeAndra realized his potential, got involved with the kitchen unit at the Clubhouse, participated as the member dancer in Dancing with the St. Louis Stars, and now serves on Independence Center’s Board of Directors. DeAndra shares his story and some of the things he has learned along the way.
Today I am talking with Chris Brannaman about her new role as the Housing Liaison at Independence Center. This new role focuses on supporting those with behavioral health diagnosis find housing in the community and get connected to resources in the community. She explains the role, some of the other housing supports Independence Center offers, and how she continues to coordinate care with other programs at IC.
Today I am talking with Leah Sanders about the Independence Center Welcome Center. The Welcome Center is the first point of contact for people looking to enroll in services at Independence Center.
Today I am talking with Independence Center member, Star Dancer, and winner of the Crowd Favorite award at Dancing with the St. Louis Stars 2022, George Brooks. We talk about George’s background growing up and how he learned he had paranoid schizophrenia. We also talk about Dancing with the St. Louis Stars, a special gift given by Abbey Eilermann from Daily Disco, and how support from another Star Dancer, Kevin Travers, makes a difference in George’s life.
Glitz and glamour take the stage this Saturday at 8 p.m. as the St. Louis business community partners with professional dancers to cut a rug for glory and to raise funds for a worthy city nonprofit. It’s the 13th annual Dancing With the St. Louis Stars, a fundraiser for Independence Center—virtual again this year, so join from the couch. Read More LATEST NEWS
ST. LOUIS — Dancing With the St. Louis Stars is a huge fundraising event on Saturday, January 15th. It’s a benefit for the Independence Center, which is a rehabilitation program for adults with severe mental illness. All eyes will be on the dance floor at the Ritz Carlton this Saturday for Dancing with the St. Louis Stars, a competition for a cause. Read More LATEST NEWS
