September 17, 2004

ADAMH in the Spotlight

Thanks to the combined efforts of representatives from several local provider agencies, Franklin County Children Services (FCCS) and the ADAMH Board of Franklin County, local youth and adolescents are more likely to be placed in residential treatment facilities in Franklin County, closer to their families and home community.
In the coming weeks, many of our troops will be traveling home after honorably serving our nation overseas amidst a country afflicted with violence, tragedy and aggression. Being surrounded by such turmoil for an extended period of time can have serious effects on mental health.
The slamming of lockers and the ring of schools bells are echoing across Central Ohio - the start of a new school year is here. Back to school means back to stress, especially for younger children since they may have more difficulty with transitions.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse will be hosting a seminar titled "Blending Clinical Practice and Research: Forging Partnerships in the Great Lakes States to Enhance Drug Addiction Treatment"
Tim Housley remembers being hyperactive for weeks on end, coupled with days of extreme sadness as a child. Today, he receives treatment for his diagnosed bipolar disorder and is on his way to earning his degree in nursing.
Southeast, Inc. to Unveil Sculpture, to Open Art Gallery
Dublin Counseling Center's Ducky Derby Goes Swimmingly
Latino Youth Say "No" to Drugs, "S.E.E." to Learning
ADAMH Participates in Local Health Fairs
Latino Advisory Committee Formed
Coleman-Tolbert is "Invested in Your Health"
Uncovering the Faces of Suicide
2004 ADAMH Annual Meeting
ADAMH Thanks Media Participants
Richmond to Present at NAMI National Convention
ADAMH invites you to log on to our Web site at www.adamhfranklin.org.

About ADAMH
ADAMH, the Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board, is Franklin County's safety net of care for people seeking mental health, alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment services. Through more than 40 local community agencies, ADAMH helps nearly 40,000 Franklin County residents get the help they need to lead healthy, productive lives. And with the help of a sliding-fee scale, anyone in the community can receive quality, affordable ADAMH services at one of our neighborhood agencies located throughout Franklin County.

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ADAMH
447 East Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 224-1057
Fax: (614) 224-0991
www.adamhfranklin.org


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