A belief in potential. A right to dream. An opportunity to achieve.
Welcome to SCCMHA
We at SCCMHA have a deep-seated belief in the potential of every person we meet.
These same persons have a right to dream and imagine a life of their choosing and we are here to support those dreams and help them with opportunities to achieve.
April is Autism Acceptance Month
April is Autism Acceptance Month, focused on helping to raise awareness and celebrate individual differences for people with autism, fostering inclusivity and connectedness.
World Autism Day is also recognized on April 2.
Autism refers to a broad range of conditions that can hinder speech, social skills and other forms of communication and development.
1 in 36 kids and 1 in 45 adults have identified with autism spectrum disorder, so the need for acceptance is at an all-time high.
Those with autism are still able to live full and independent lives, holding significant positive attributes stemming from their diagnosis, such as attention to detail, strong observational skills, high levels of creativity and many others.
It is important to highlight the positives of autism and inform others as to what it really is. Get involved and help educate people to spark empathy and inclusivity for those affected by autism.
You can also pledge to the Kindness Campaign with Autism Speaks, to encourage acceptance and understanding with daily acts of kindness.
United, we must stand alongside the autism community to create a more inclusive world.
For more information: World Autism Month FAQ | Autism Speaks | Act Fearlessly for Change | Autism Speaks
April is Sexual Assualt Awareness & Prevention Month
Our voices have power.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.
During this month, advocates, survivors and the community can come together to talk about sexual violence, offer support to those affected and increase knowledge and awareness to prevent sexual assault from happening.
Over half of women and one in three men have experienced sexual violence at some point and we must help survivors access safety, justice and healing. We all have a right to safety in our daily lives and have our boundaries respected by others at work, at school, at home and in public places.
Abuse can happen anywhere, and it is on us to educate others and intervene when we see someone in trouble. Prevention starts with us, making sure that we respect each other’s boundaries, challenge against off-color and disrespectful comments or “jokes” we may overhear, and maintain healthy relationships with people.
We as community members can work together to help end sexual violence by speaking out and speaking up for victims and changing the culture that allows for it to occur.
If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Sexual Assault Hotline number at 1-800-656-4673.
Together we act, united we change.
April is Counseling Awareness Month
More than 665,000 counselors in the United States work in agencies, schools, organizations, private practice, personal health care and other settings.
In recognition of the impact they make, April is observed as Counseling Awareness Month. During this month, we celebrate the work and accomplishments of counselors, as well as educating others about the role they have in the world.
Counseling makes numerous impacts, helping people to foster mental wellness, address life changes and grow as individuals.
Mental health care is a universal need and the field of counseling works toward reaching all people to increase access to services, particularly for marginalized and underserved communities.
At SCCMHA, our counselors reach out to persons served to help improve their quality of life, but also to help them integrate into society and become active members of their community.
We are grateful for the encouragement and influence they provide to anyone who walks through our doors to assist in making our community and our world a better place.