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Homecoming Weekend Celebrates the Past and Present
GCU Magazine Article; Phoenix, AZ
Homecoming is just one of many Grand Canyon University events GCU President Brian Mueller looks forward to. But one feature in particular stands out to him: the Alumni Hall of Fame. It kicked off Homecoming Weekend on February 24th in the Havoc House. SB&H President and CEO Steven Sheets was one of the four alumni inducted into this year’s Alumni Hall of Fame and hand selected by the Office of Alumni Relations.
How Young People are Using Social Media to Drug Traffic
The Standard Article; Kingman, AZ
Protecting your child’s safety and exposure to illicit drugs can be challenging when the world is at their fingertips. Social media can be an easy outlet for young people to find and sell drugs, and teenagers are particularly vulnerable to social media drug trafficking because of their high social media usage. Social media platforms, such as Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and Facebook are being utilized by drug trafficking networks in establishing new clientele and meeting the demand more directly and discreetly.
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services Celebrates College Of Wellness Graduation
Arizona Health and Living Article; Phoenix, AZ
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services’ College of Wellness (formerly Recovery College) was established in 2016 by volunteer staff to provide valuable training to direct care staff and peer support workers in wellbeing concepts and strategies. On Jan. 12, 2023, 35 participants graduated from the program. The College of Wellness is part of a global movement of Recovery Colleges pioneering mental health interventions that support people living with mental health challenges by collaboratively providing educational opportunities in addition to, or instead of, clinical approaches.
Leaders Vow to Confront Community Issues
Payson Roundup Article; Payson, AZ
Record overdose deaths. A high suicide rate. Homeless people living in the woods. On almost every measure — Gila County is facing some of the state’s highest rates of drug abuse, mental health woes and homelessness. Enough’s enough, agreed the community leaders at a January 10th town hall on substance abuse, mental health and homelessness.
Arizona AG Mark Brnovich Announces Funding to Combat Effects of Opioid Crisis
KTAR News Article; Phoenix, AZ
Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich announced this week that his office awarded about $4 million in grant funding to combat the effects of the opioid crisis. Over $1.7 million will be spread across eight different programs in the state’s two biggest counties, Maricopa and Pima, and support close to 14,000 individuals, according to a press release Tuesday.
Mental Health Survival Tips for the Holiday Season
Payson Roundup Article; Payson, AZ
The holiday season can be joyous, but it can also be stressful. It’s supposed to be a time of fun and excitement, but for many, it’s just busy and overwhelming. If you or someone you love struggles with mental health and feels overwhelmed by the looming holiday season, try these tips from Edward O'Brien, Vice President of Northern Arizona Operations, to minimize triggers so you can preserve the holiday season and safeguard your mental health.
SB&H Celebrates Employee of the Year Awards
Patch.com Article; Phoenix, AZ
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services (SB&H), an innovative integrated health leader, hosted the organization’s Employee of the Year Awards at a formal dinner at The Chart House in Scottsdale. Awards were presented to SB&H employees representing all departments that went above and beyond in fulfilling the organization’s mission and values.
One Pill Can Kill: The Fentanyl Crisis Facing Yavapai County's Youth
Kidz Zone Magazine Article; Yavapai County, AZ
Being a kid can come with its own stressors like less-than-ideal family life, poor school performance or navigating a toxic social circle of bullying or worse. These factors can lead them to look for “the great escape” in the world of alcohol or drugs. Yavapai County’s youth are no different. Unfortunately, the highly-addictive fentanyl is a drug of choice in Arizona that is fairly easy to get for anyone wanting that escape.
Packed House Honors Winners of CFO of the Year Awards
AZ Big Media Article; Phoenix, AZ
The Arizona chapter president of Financial Executives International (FEI) honored some of Arizona’s best and brightest financial leaders at the 14th Annual CFO of the Year Awards on November 10th at Chateau Luxe. A total of 25 of the most impactful CFOs in Arizona were selected as finalists for the 2022 CFO of the Year Awards. SB&H's CFO/CAO Mike Fett was among the finalists in the Not-for-Profit category.
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services Hires Heather Cunha
AZ Big Media Article; Phoenix, AZ
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services (SB&H), an innovative integrated health leader, announced it has appointed Heather Cunha as Chief People Officer. An industry leader with more than 20 years of people experience, Cunha has managed a diverse group of teams and programs and has held her last five positions at the executive level. Cunha’s specialties include strategic planning, employee and union relations, and human resources development.
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