Mental Health Association in Atlantic County

06/19/2026

Assemblywoman Andrea Katz and YA President and CEO, Michele Russo, wrote an op-ed “In uncertain times, arts education matters more than ever for N.J.’s children.” This op-ed reinforces that participation in arts education has been proven to enhance students' social and emotional well-being while fostering more inclusive school communities.

https://www.nj.com/politics/2026/03/assemblywoman-in-uncertain-times-arts-education-matters-more-than-ever-for-njs-children.html

06/19/2026

A cat's purr is an effective natural stress-reliever. The rhythmic sound and gentle vibration stimulate your nervous system in a way that can quickly help lower your heart rate, reduce the stress hormone, and calm feelings of anxiety.
Source: Inspira Health

06/19/2026

In this article, local Health Reporter Robin Stoloff gives a name and explanation of what many of us feel today about phone stress -- being on long holds, lost in automatic menus, or stuck with a bot.
Click to read Robin's article (flip to page 36): https://issuu.com/makf/docs/shore_local_mainland_april_30_2026?fr=sNDgyZDg0NzcwNjQ&fbclid=IwY2xjawSiNHJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFjODhMeTRBb2xKR25CbURVc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrhRA2XWT3-At5t2Pkyt9h7AsHqFizY4kgxyCtztwrOKyCXB3O8tuqIo8X2d_aem_AFk6Ao2_OlPtQ0XRhwTRjA

Check out ways to reduce that stress with this link: https://mhanational.org/resources/stress/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSiNHlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFjODhMeTRBb2xKR25CbURVc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHkMANlsqnIZ49nyLPTNI7wsAbF7k_Yh3UKSCbwamcHgXx1cHQpx6Halur6MK_aem_GRfbJ2UcG6MvAXNT6t7VaA

06/19/2026

Summer solstice is today! Check out this special yoga class being offered by one of our community partners tonight at 7 pm in AC.

🌞✨ Celebrate the Summer Solstice with Us! ✨

This Friday at 7 PM, Amber Leigh Morris will lead a special Summer Solstice Yin Yoga practice. We'll move through a gentle, grounding Yin sequence accompanied by a curated Sublime playlist, beginning with their newest song "Until the Sun Explodes" and closing with the summer classic "Doin' Time."

We'll start with a short meditation, reflect on the changing of the seasons, and end with an extra-long, deeply restorative Savasana. Reiki will be offered to anyone who would like it.

Whether you're welcoming a new season, seeking a moment of peace, or simply looking to slow down and reconnect, we would love to have you join us.

📍 The Leadership Studio
📅 Friday, June 19, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 161 S Tennessee Ave, Atlantic City, NJ

06/19/2026

On Juneteenth, we're focusing on uplifting Black voices in mental health by highlighting Black-led mental health organizations such as those listed below.

The holiday, which originated in Galveston, Texas, in 1865, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. This day represents freedom and justice for Black Americans and serves as an opportunity for all of us to educate ourselves about the continued impact of trauma caused by slavery.

AAKOMA PROJECT
BEAM (Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective)
Black Girls Smile Inc.
Black Men Heal
Black Mental Health Alliance for Education & Consultation, Inc.
Black Mental Wellness
Call Blackline (www.callblackline.com | 1-800-604-5841)
The Loveland Foundation
Therapy For Black Girls
TherapyForBlackMen.org

Find more resources on Black and African American mental health here: https://mhanational.org/resources/communities-african-descent/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSiIQpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFiU1E5Tmd4RWRkaXNoSDZHc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHi-0k3bcvUSJla8oZ0PMSiQIqp_qGoa4Mnokx6MfEJePKdwrhfpgMfplePNX_aem_x4-iuTAF_AOEfwePDQ6FHg

06/19/2026

06/18/2026

Join the Lambda Rising LGBTQIA+ support group every Saturday from 6-7 PM on Zoom. Embrace love and community. Contact for details or scan the QR code to join for free.

06/18/2026

🎨🌸 Take a moment for YOU this summer. 🌸🎨

Join us for Wellness Painting, a relaxing Atlantic Community Wellness Center pop-up group where creativity and self-care come together! 💚

Spend the afternoon painting rocks, practicing mindfulness, and connecting with others in a welcoming, judgment-free space. No artistic experience is needed—just bring yourself and an open mind.

🗓️ Tuesday, July 7, 2026
🕐 1:00-2:00 PM
📍 Oceanside I Family Success Center
201 Melrose Ave Unit 3, Atlantic City, NJ

Everyone is welcome! No cost or insurance required. Group for adults 18+. We can't wait to paint, connect, and boost our wellbeing together. 🌷🖌️

06/18/2026

This heartfelt quote from Christina shows the great outcomes associated with being connected to our Community Advocates Program. Find out what the staff can do for you or someone you care about.