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Behavioral Health Alliance of Rural Pennsylvania

BHARP is composed of County MH/ID Administrators, Human Service Directors, and Drug and Alcohol Single County Authorities from 24 counties in PA.

06/10/2026

Summer means more kids outside, more families on the move, and more activity in our neighborhoods. As drivers, staying alert can prevent accidents and save lives.

• Use extra caution in school zones during the last week of school
• Watch for kids arriving or leaving at unusual times
• Playground speed limits stay in effect all year
• Look for signs of play — balls, bikes, toys
• Always check behind your vehicle before backing up
• Expect more kids on bikes, skateboards, and walking through parking lots

Let’s keep our roads safe for everyone.

06/08/2026

Men’s health often centers on physical well‑being — fitness, checkups, heart health — but mental health is health, too.

Just like the body needs care, so do our emotional and mental needs. Yet many men struggle in silence. Men are nearly four times more likely to die by su***de than women*, highlighting the urgent need to break stigma, speak openly, and encourage support.

05/29/2026

Being there for someone through a difficult moment can include helping them connect to support. 988 is available 24/7. Call or text anytime, anywhere in the U.S. You don’t have to figure this out alone. Learn more: 988lifeline.org

05/28/2026

A huge congratulations to Angela Eckstrom, Executive Director of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services, Inc. and BHARP Board Member, for receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Recovery Support Workforce Summit in Warren PA on May 26th, 2026. What an incredible and well-deserved honor.

“Angie is the embodiment of dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the recovery community. With over 30 years of service in the field, she has devoted her career to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by substance use and consistently goes above and beyond to ensure access to meaningful support and services. Formerly a case manager, Angie built a strong foundation rooted in compassion and direct client care. Today, as Executive Director, she continues to lead with that same client-center focus, ensuring that every decision reflects the needs of those we serve. Her vision, persistence, and genuine care have strengthened the recovery community and created lasting change.”

Thank you, Angie, for your decades of leadership, your advocacy, and for creating lasting, positive change.

05/27/2026

¿Sabías? Si hablas español, ahora puedes recibir ayuda de la nea988 por mensaje de texto y chat. Textea al 988 o chatea con nosotros en linea988.org.

#988

05/25/2026

Memorial Day is a federal holiday dedicated to honoring and mourning the U.S. military personnel who lost their lives in service to our country. Observed on the last Monday in May, it’s a time for reflection, remembrance, and gratitude.

Across the nation, people visit cemeteries and memorials to pay their respects, and volunteers place American flags on the graves of fallen service members. The first national observance of what would become Memorial Day took place on May 30, 1868.

As we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we also recognize Memorial Day as the unofficial start of summer—a moment to pause, reflect, and honor their legacy.

05/22/2026

Spending time outdoors is a powerful support for mental well‑being. Even a few minutes in nature can ease stress and anxiety, lift your mood, sharpen focus, and help regulate the body’s stress response. Research shows that short outdoor breaks can lower cortisol, promote relaxation, and contribute to overall emotional balance.

05/20/2026

988 and 911: Know which number to use to get the right support at the right time...

#988

05/18/2026

Please join the NORCO Community Support Program at their annual Shattering the Stigma event on Thursday, May 21st.

05/15/2026

Join us at the annual Mental Health Awareness Fair hosted by CMSU's Community Support Program on Monday, May 18th at Bloomsburg Town Park.

Address

301 Science Park Road, Suite 308
State College, PA
16803

Telephone

+18148262952

Website

https://bharp.org/

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