Sunflower Foundation

05/29/2026

Healing from mental health and substance use issues is not just the absence of symptoms. It is a stable home, meaningful connection, and the tools to move forward. That is the promise of whole-person care. Learn more: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support

05/28/2026

Someone you love may face both a mental condition and a substance use challenge. They deserve steady support, starting with you. When more is needed, help is available 24/7. Call or text 988 anywhere in the U.S. Learn more: 988lifeline.org

05/27/2026

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

05/26/2026

Supporting someone living with a serious mental illness starts with understanding. Learning about mental health conditions can help you respond with empathy and confidence. Learn more: https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/facts

05/26/2026

A new funding opportunity through the Kansas Fights Addiction (KFA) grant program that is designed to increase the number of peer recovery specialists and community health workers that provide services for individuals with a substance use disorder (SUD) is now open.

The KFA Grant Review Board has allocated $4,050,000 to support programs that provide PRSS, such as outreach, navigation, and support services to individuals with an SUD, particularly those who face barriers to accessing care, wraparound support, and community resources.

Click below to learn more about the Peer Support and Community Health Workers funding opportunity, including details on deadlines and submissions, funding criteria, the grant application and review process, and eligibility.

A new KFA funding opportunity aims to increase the number of peer recovery specialists and community health workers that provide services for individuals with SUD.

05/25/2026

05/24/2026

When we understand mental health challenges can be at the root of addiction, we start asking 'how can we help?’ with no judgement. That question alone can make a big difference. Learn more: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support

05/23/2026

Take a gander at our new resident goose family.

05/23/2026

Respectful communication about mental health is especially important during times of transition, including housing instability or reentry into the community. Compassionate words signal safety when people need it most. Learn more: https://www.samhsa.gov/resource/ebp/permanent-supportive-housing-evidence-based-practices-ebp-kit

05/22/2026

You know how much we love our trail walks around here. Well, our resident goose family set out on one the other day, and our very own trail lady Kelli Mark was there to capture it.