The Journey Program is a collaboration between Juvenile Justice and Polara Health. This program has been in existence for more than 15 years. Journey services youth ages 15-18, who have an identified substance use issue. Many of them have mental health concerns as well as academic concerns. It is a one-of-a-kind program in Arizona. The youth are referred by Juvenile Probation, the court or from local mental health agencies. The program is eight weeks long and there are up to six participants … [Read more...] about A Collaboration: Working with Our Youth
Deanna Eder
Preventing Suicide
Suicide is one of the fastest-growing epidemics around the world. Approximately 44,000 people in the U.S. alone commit suicide each year, with an average of 123 suicides each day. It’s the 10th leading cause of death in America – second leading for ages 25-34, and third leading for ages 15-24. In order to create awareness and strengthen the fight against suicide, September is National Suicide Prevention Month. In recent years, society has become more open and receptive to … [Read more...] about Preventing Suicide
West Yavapai Guidance Clinic Announces New Name: Polara Health
There’s a new star on the horizon. Since 1966, the people of West Yavapai Guidance Clinic have walked alongside community friends and families as they journey toward strong mental health and behavioral health wellness. During the rebranding process, they were fortunate that the Taproot Foundation agreed to support the project. Taproot partners non-profit organizations like Polara Health with experts who provide their services pro bono. As a result, they worked with an amazing designer, Troy … [Read more...] about West Yavapai Guidance Clinic Announces New Name: Polara Health
Improving Your Mental Health
Each year, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. Let us all join the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Let’s help to fight stigma, provide support, learn to take time for ourselves, seek professional help when needed and check in on family, friends and neighbors. This past year presented so many different challenges and obstacles that tested our strength and resiliency. The global pandemic forced us to cope with situations we never … [Read more...] about Improving Your Mental Health