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New public health board seeks to prevent deaths by suicide
Members of the new board will work to assess deaths by suicide in the county and develop future methods of prevention.
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New veterans support organization takes to the hills
Boots on the Trail offers ecotherapy and camaraderie for Athens County veterans.
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Local organization plans class, walk to support mental health services (Updated)
NAMI Athens has added a fundraising component to its annual walk to offer more programs like its eight-week class for people with mental illness and their families.
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New resource center to open in Nelsonville
The Athens County Community Cares Resource Center will host various service providers, taking a “360 degree” approach to the people it serves.
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Ohio Overdose Awareness Day marked by local events, remembrances
For Athens resident Laura Gilmore, Ohio Overdose Awareness Day is a time to reflect on loss, destigmatize addiction and share recovery resources.
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Substance use prevention messages light up Glouster
A new electronic messaging board debuted in Glouster this week to promote substance use prevention resources and education along the town’s main thoroughfare.
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New 988 mental health crisis number has slow start in Athens County
Rollout of a nationwide “988” mental health emergency number has been hampered by lack of both funding and public awareness — both around the country and in Athens County.
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County, service agencies explore creating Trimble Township community center
Downtown Glouster could see a new, multipurpose community center with services for children, seniors and people in recovery from substance misuse.
