This month we highlight resources related to National Minority Health, Disability Pride and SAD disorder. We encourage you to take a moment to explore them, get familiar, and share them with texters who may benefit.
This month's themes:
National Minority Health 🏥
- AMHP seeks to end the stigma surrounding mental health in Asian communities and provides free, weekly community wellness spaces for the community. bit.ly/amhp_r
- Inclusive Therapists is a directory of professionals that strive to embody: anti-discrimination, anti-oppression, anti-racism & anti-ableism. bit.ly/IT_r
- Lamps of Light supports SAMENA individuals coping with addictions through education, treatment, and diverse resources. bit.ly/LLR_ren
- (ES/EN) National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network offers a directory to find a therapist and potential funding to pay for services. bit.ly/nqttcn_res
- (ES/EN) LTAN connects Latinos with inclusive therapists who believe in human rights and dignity for the Latino community. bit.ly/LTAN_ren
Disability Pride ♿️
- This webpage from the DOL educates you on civil rights, benefits, employment, housing, emergency preparedness, transportation, and more. bit.ly/DR_ref
- Understood connects people who learn and think differently to resources, expertise, and communities that bolster confidence. bit.ly/UNDST
- Caregiver Action Network provides education and support to help you care for ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, disease, or old age. bit.ly/CAN_ref
- The Arc advocates for people with disabilities so they have access to the information and skills they need to support their full inclusion and participation. **Services and programs vary per chapter** bit.ly/thearc_ren
Summer Seasonal Affective Disorder🌞
- This NIH guide explains what seasonal affective disorder is and mentions some of the possible symptoms and treatments. bit.ly/NIHtas_ren
