Wellness Series: Mental Health Matters
Monday, September 14, 2026 Mental Health in the Workplace You spend a lot of time at work with your colleagues. But what do you do when your co-worker seems to have a mental health issue? You don’t have to be a trained therapist to make a difference. In this training, participants will learn: • Mental health statistics in the workplace • Tools to help someone with a mental health issue • How to have hard conversations • Ways to offer support
Monday, September 21, 2026 Understanding Depression Chances are, you’ve experienced or known someone with depression. But how much do you know about it? This training will: • Increase your awareness of depression-related issues • Discuss the stigma of mental illness • Review protective factors for depression • Offer tips on how to support someone with depression
Monday, September 28, 2026 Suicide Awareness This training is designed to enhance understanding of behaviors and emotions experienced by the person having suicidal thoughts. It debunks common myths and provides suggestions on what to look for and how to intervene when facing this issue. Participants will: • Learn about suicide risk factors • Become aware of feelings and actions associated with suicide • Review common myths about suicide • Learn ways to help and intervene when there are concerns • Find information to help them cope with grief after suicide • Discover suicide prevention resources
Attend all three to earn $25 toward Harris County’s Healthy Actions Incentive.