Leigh R. is our Health Care Hero for September 17, 2021. Leigh was nominated by her supervisor Kathy as well as colleague Anjelica (week one winner). Leigh is the program supervisor for [...]
Melissa is OceanMHS’ Health Care Hero for 9/10/21. Melissa was nominated for the award by her supervisor Teresa who wanted to recognize Melissa’s dedication to the support team and the clients at [...]
It’s back-to-school season! Over the years, there was always excitement over choosing new backpacks, lunch bags, and school clothes. We anticipated the sound of buses in the morning and prepared [...]
Going Above and Beyond Susan Cella, RN was selected as OceanMHS’ Health Care Hero on 8/20/21. Susan was nominated for this award by two of her colleagues. Susan is a nurse working on the PACT 2 [...]
When OCD is brought up in conversation, many are apt to characterize it with individuals seeking perfectionism with a high concern for germs. However, these stereotypical ideas are far from [...]
Social Work and Police Community Outreach In November 2020, Officer Copes of the Lacey Township Police Department was working his shift when he was called for assistance in the Walmart parking [...]
COVID-19 radically transformed our society and health care systems. Overnight, psychiatrists’ and doctor’s doors were shut and hospitals were beyond full capacity. Uncertainty overwhelmed [...]
In its simplest of definitions, trauma can be defined as an experience that is both significantly distressing and presents as a real threat of safety to an individual. The impact and effects of a [...]
Whether you are a service provider, educator, caregiver, or family member, we have all seen how the mental health of a child can impact the functioning of an entire family. Despite this powerful [...]
When you or a loved one struggles with depression, it can feel like sandbags attached to your legs as you attempt to move forward with symptoms weighing you down with each step. Counseling and [...]
