Montgomery Smashing The Stigma
The statistics tell a clear story. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) reports that one in five Americans live with a mental health condition. With the support of our City Council, the City began a mental health initiative to help break the stigma. As a small local government, providing treatment for mental illness was not feasible. Still, the City believes we are responsible for being a conduit and connecting people with groups and solutions that are out there when they need it most.
Podcasting since 2024 • 4 episodes
Montgomery Smashing The Stigma
Latest Episodes
Dr. Tracy Cummings - Suicidal Ideation, Signs, and Treatment
In this episode, we dive into the sensitive but important topic of suicidal ideation, exploring the warning signs, underlying causes, and available treatments. We break down how to recognize when someone might be struggling, the various forms t...
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Episode 4
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Don Scalf and Rasheed Kassem - Helping Those Who Help Others
Cincinnati Police Sergeant Don Skalf has been a Cincinnati police officer for 25 years. Don is assigned to the Officer Wellness Unit. Don shared his story about his suicide attempt during the Montgomery Suicide Prevention panel discussion on Au...
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Episode 3
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Nancy Eigel-Miller - Founder of 1N5
The City of Montgomery began researching mental health issues as a result of a community survey health assessment conducted in 2019. The assessment identified mental health issues as a top concern. This was compounded by the effects of the pand...
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Episode 2
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Kevin Hines - Surviving Jumping Off the Golden Gate Bridge
At 19 years old, Kevin Hines attempted to take his life by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. It’s a jump few people survive. Hines says he regretted his decision as soon as he jumped and prayed to survive. He hit the water at 75 mph and broke...
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Episode 1
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