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| CSG ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH ACADEMY |
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While CT has done a lot of work in the children’s and adolescent mental health space, we know that this population continues to struggle. Nationally 1 in 6 children are struggling with a diagnosed form of mental illness, but I believe that in many cases, it’s more like 1 in 4 or 1 in 3.
Today, I attended the Council of State Government’s Adolescent Mental Health Academy as part of Representative Kevin Ryan’s yearlong push on this topic as the National President of CSG.
One of the most fascinating pieces of today is how geographic information systems (GIS) map the geography of mental health. Why is that important? You want to be able to determine for instance, how far does someone have to walk or drive to be able to access mental healthcare? Telemedicine is great and perhaps how someone could access a provider, but what if they are in a geographic area without broadband?
Social determinants can create barriers to mental healthcare including professional shortages, transportation access, lack of insurance, and financial constraints. Mapping these challenges can ultimately lead to providing better care.
I’m grateful my colleagues and I could participate in this academy with legislators and executive branch professionals from across the country to share best practices and challenges so that we can provide better mental healthcare to children of all ages across Connecticut. |
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| UPCOMING: SUSTAINABILITY AND RESILIENCY WEEK |
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| "The initiative is designed to promote engagement, foster collaboration, and celebrate the progress and innovation being done in the state as the world faces increasingly complex environmental and social challenges. In recent years, the Connecticut state government has been working to implement actions to make the state one of the most resilient in the country, such as taking steps to increase energy efficiency, reduce the state’s carbon footprint, reduce waste, and reduce the costs of government operations. The Sustainability and Resiliency Week events are being organized to encourage more collaboration among partners while also engaging the general public and external organizations in these efforts."
For more information and details, please click HERE. |
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| CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH |
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| For Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15th through October 15th, we’re not just celebrating culture - we’re honoring generations of resilience, creativity, and impact. |
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| From art to innovation, the Hispanic community uniquely shapes our world. Let’s uplift, honor, and keep making history together! |
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| CT STAND DOWN SET FOR FRIDAY |
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The Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) annual STAND DOWN event will be held on Friday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at six regional locations, including:
- Bridgeport - University of Bridgeport, Wheeler Recreational Center, 400 University Ave.
- Bristol - St. Gregory CCD Center, 1043 Stafford Ave.
- Danbury - Danbury War Memorial 1 Memorial Drive
- Norwich - Easter Seals Veterans Rally Point, 24 Stott Ave.
- Rocky Hill - CT DVA main campus 287 West Street
- Stamford - UCONN, One University Plaza
The DVA continues our commitment to serving Connecticut’s Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, and Reserve military personnel, and their immediate families by providing this “one-stop” access to a range of programs and services offered by state and federal agencies, Veterans organizations, and community-based non-profits at these regional sites across the State. |
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| A list of confirmed service providers and transportation schedules is now available. Please take a look at the updated information here. For any additional information please contact: 860-616-3772 or email: standdown@ct.gov |
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| TOWN COUNCIL FAMILY BIKE RIDE SUNDAY |
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| Please click on the image below for more details, and registration for this free, 3-5 mile bike ride with the Town Council along the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail. |
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| KIDS' BRAINS & SCREENS SCREENSTRONG WORKSHOP |
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Adults and caregivers are invited to attend this workshop, too!
Sincerely,
Eleni Kavros DeGraw
State Representative
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