NATIONAL AND LOCAL DATA COMBINE TO DISPEL MYTH ABOUT “REVOLVING DOOR” TREATMENT IN SUBSTANCE ABUSE - June 30, 2009
Individuals who suffer from the disease of addiction have often been characterized as frequent users of the system, and their treatment often called a “revolving door.”...[more]

FIGHTING BACK'S COMMUNITY CHALLENGE: A BOOZE-FREE WEEKEND TO KICK OFF ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH - April 1, 2009
Mecklenburg County invites residents to go "booze-free" this weekend. It's an alcohol-free weekend April 3 - 5. [more]

MECKLINK: HELPING TO TACKLE WINTER BLUES, TRYING ECONOMIC TIMES - February 10, 2009
Charlotte, NC –  In these uncertain and trying economic times, more and more of us are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and feelings of hopelessness. Mecklenburg County Area Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Disabilities Services, has seen a record number of inquiries -- a 25% increase in call volume -- over the last few months requesting mental health, substance abuse and developmental disability services... [more].

MeckCARES FAMILY FUN DAY TO "STOMP OUT STIGMA" ABOUT CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES - August 6, 2008
In order to honor and support youth and families in Mecklenburg County, MeckCARES has partnered with Starlight Skating Rink to encourage young people and their families to participate in the 2nd Annual MeckCARES Family FUN Day. The event will allow families to enjoy a day of fun and recreation while learning about valuable children's mental health community resources—all while providing back-to-school supplies and support for needy families...[more]

MECKLENBURG COUNTY AREA MENTAL HEALTH TO LAUNCH CIT INITIATIVE - August 1, 2008
In Mecklenburg County, 35% of all persons arrested in 2007 had a record of receiving mental health services and 83% of those arrested seven or more times per year had prior involvement with Area Mental Health. To more appropriately identify and treat mental health consumers, Mecklenburg County Area Mental Health is partnering with the Sheriff's Office, CMPD and NAMI Charlotte to launch a CIT initiative in our community...[more]

MECKLENBURG COUNTY'S FIGHTING BACK CHALLENGES US TO BECOME MENTORS TO STRUGGLING YOUTH WITH "REAL MEN TALKING" - May 23, 2008
Fighting Back is partnering with other community organizations to support the powerful, nationally-acclaimed multi-media production of "Real Men Talking," debuting in Charlotte on Friday, May 30, at the McGlohan Theatre at 8 pm...[more]

EMMY-NOMINATED LOCAL FILM "THROUGH MY EYES" WINS NATIONAL AWARD: HONORED IN HOLLYWOOD ALONGSIDE POPULAR PRIMETIME SHOWS - April 28, 2008
"Through My Eyes" has won a SAMHSA Voice Award, which honors writers and producers of entertainment programming in television and film who incorporate dignified, respectful, and accurate portrayals of individuals with mental health issues into film and television productions...[more]

FIGHTING BACK'S COMMUNITY CHALLENGE: A BOOZE-FREE WEEKEND DURING ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH - April 18, 2008
The Fighting Back program is working to raise awareness about the harmful effects of drinking. April is Alcohol Awareness Month, and the 2008 theme is "Saving Lives: Prevent and Reduce Underage Drinking."...[more]

MECKLENBURG COUNTY NAMED TOP IN THE STATE FOR MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY SERVICES - April 8, 2008
A report released today highlights a comprehensive, independent evaluation which rated the overall performance of Local Management Entities (LME's) in North Carolina. Mecklenburg County Area Mental Health (AMH) rated in Tier One for all areas rated, or top in the state...[more]

NEW PROGRAM BRINGS TEAM APPROACH TO HELP JAILED YOUTH WITH MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE - February 12, 2008
A new program designed to identify and treat the mental health concerns of male youths involved in the justice system, or already serving jail time, shows promise in its first six months, supporters say...[more]

FIRST-EVER EMMY NOMINATIONS FOR "THE MECKLENBURGERS" AND "THROUGH MY EYES" - November 20, 2007
For the first time since the County began producing television shows more than decade ago, two County television productions have been nominated in the 22nd Annual Midsouth Regional Emmy® Awards competition. "Through My Eyes" received two Emmy nominations, one each in the "Children's Programming" and "Editor/Program (non-news)" categories...[more]

AREA MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY LAUNCHES SPANISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT GROUPS - October 10, 2007
In recognition of National Mental Illness Awareness Week, Mecklenburg County Area Mental Health  announces the launching of three new Spanish language support groups. The Spanish speaking community in Charlotte-Mecklenburg has requested support groups that specifically address anxiety, depression, and post traumatic stress disorder. For more information about the Spanish language support groups, call 704-336-6546...[more]

AREA MENTAL HEALTH TEACHES CRISIS PLANNING AT 2007 CONSUMER CONFERENCE - October 13, 2007
In honor of National Mental Health Awareness Week, Mecklenburg County's Area Mental Health  is hosting its second annual Consumer Conference on Tuesday, October 9, 2007, entitled, "Who Ya Gonna Call?" The conference will be held at the Charlotte Merchandise Mart from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in Freedom Hall...[more]

MeckLINK: AREA MENTAL HEALTH HOPES NEW CALL CENTER IDENTITY WILL BRING MORE CALLS; BOOST SERVICE - June 21, 2007
Mecklenburg County's Area Mental Health is launching an intensive campaign this summer to raise awareness of the County's public mental health services and reduce the stigma associated with seeking those services.

The campaign will focus on MeckLINK, the new name for the call center. Previously, MeckLINK was known by staff and mental health professionals as STR - Screening, Triage and Referral. But research determined that the term "STR" was not meaningful to most residents, and thus not an effective means to reach new consumers...[more]