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Community Mental Health Fund Grant Opportunity

Through the Community Conversations process, mental health and substance use was identified as a significant and ongoing area of concern for our community. As part of Hancock County’s strategy to address these concerns, The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation is seeking proposals focusing on mental health and harmful substance use as part of a special grantmaking process.  Nonprofit organizations, including faith-based organizations and churches, providing services to improve emotional and mental health, including substance use prevention and services, to residents of Findlay and Hancock County, Ohio are invited to complete a short application requesting funding for their projects.

For more information, including how to apply for the grant, CLICK HERE.

2023 Hancock County Community Partnership Prevention and Wellness Grant Program

The Hancock County Community Partnership is pleased to make available funds for local prevention and wellness initiatives. These funds may be used to support prevention and wellness initiatives that promote health, safety, and reduce the likelihood of or delaying the onset of health-related problems for people of all ages (e.g. harmful substance use, mental illness, suicide ideation, problem gambling/gaming, process addictions). Proposed initiatives must be congruent with the Partnership Prevention Model.

In Hancock County, the average age of first use of alcohol and tobacco is 12.6 years old (2018 Hancock County Community Health Assessment). Research informs us that the longer we delay first use of substances, the likelihood of developing a substance use disorder is reduced (Grant, Dawson, 2018). Additionally, when there is a greater understanding of adolescent brain development (by both adults and youth) there is increased opportunity for resiliency (Youth Thrive, Center for the Study of Social Policy).

The Partnership is advocating for grant proposals that focus on delaying the onset of first use of substances (alcohol, tobacco, illicit drugs, etc.) and/or increases the understanding of adolescent brain development. Funds may also be used for professional development with an emphasis on the understanding of adolescent brain development.

Proposals will be accepted for initiatives that serve populations of any age.

For more information about the Grant Program, including application requirements,

CLICK HERE.

Proposals are due March 1, 2023.

How to Get Naloxone

Naloxone (Narcan) is readily available in Hancock County. One of the easiest ways to obtain Naloxone in person is through Project DAWN at Hancock Public Health. Walk-ins are accepted; however, appointments are preferred to ensure a staff member is available for education. Contact their office today at 419-424-7420.

You may also call or text the following staff members directly to arrange a pickup or drop-off of naloxone:

Jamie: (567) 250-1109

Brittney: (513) 549-2758

Hancock Public Health offers a variety of other services including syringe service, Hepatitis C and HIV testing, safe sex supplies, health screenings, immunizations and lots more! Visit their website HERE to learn more.

Prefer to get Naloxone through the mail?

Visit Get Naloxone | Ohio.gov to request free naloxone be mailed to your address.

Alcohol-Use Screening Tool Now Available

Have you ever thought about the impact alcohol can have on your health? If yes, check out this anonymous survey and get tips, encouragement, resources, and connection to care if that is wanted. 

Is alcohol beginning to impact the health and well-being of a friend or family member you know? Encourage them to take this anonymous survey to get tips, encouragement, resources, and connection to care if needed based off their answers.

To learn more about ePrevention Screening, CLICK HERE.

To view an informational video about ePrevention Screening, CLICK HERE.

Connections App Now Available

Connections is an evidence-based smartphone app that can help support the recovery of people struggling with substance use.

To access the app, scan the QR code, or CLICK HERE.

No matter your path, the Connections app can support you on your journey to recovery. Through the app, you can connect with others, day or night, 24/7. Whether you’re looking for friendly sounding board from peers, seeking guidance from a peer recovery support specialist, attending virtual support meetings, tracking your goals, or staying in touch with your provider, you can do it through the Connections app. When you’re ready, you can even help others by sharing your experiences, strengths, and hope.

To view an informational video about the Connections App, CLICK HERE.

 

 

You Belong Campaign – Grant Opportunity

 

The Hancock County Cultural Humility & Health Equity Delegation (Delegation) is pleased to make available funds to implement the You Belong Campaign within local, Hancock County-based organizations. Funds may be used to support the implementation and/or expansion of the Delegation’s You Belong Campaign in a manner that is both appropriate for the organization and serves as a way to create safe and caring spaces for the organization’s employees, members, students, and/or clients. A total of $50,000 is available through this Grant Program, and each grant applicant may request up to $5,000.

Each grant applicant shall submit a grant application detailing how the funds will be used to promote the You Belong Campaign, and what outcomes will be achieved by promoting the campaign within the organization. Upon completion of grant, grant awardees shall submit a report to the Delegation demonstrating the outcomes of the campaign’s implementation within the organization, as well as participate in the 2023 You Belong Community Event.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE YOU BELONG CAMPAIGN, CLICK HERE

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE GRANT OPPORTNITY, CLICK HERE

TO APPLY FOR THE GRANT, CLICK HERE

Questions: Please Contact Zach Thomas, [email protected]

Please Join Us – We Need Your Voice

The Hancock County Opioid & Addictions Task Force is hosting two opportunities for you to share how addiction is affecting you and people you love. The Task Force wants to know what is and isn’t working to bring help, hope, and healing to people affected by addiction.

Wednesday, September 7, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Thursday, September 8, 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Both meetings will take place at The D.O.C.K – St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 800 S. Main St., Findlay.

If you are unable to attend but want to share your thoughts, please CLICK HERE.

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