The ADA  MHS Board recently was awarded grants totaling more than $831,000. These grants are specifically aimed at helping individuals in Erie County who are struggling with severe mental illness and/or substance use disorders. To learn more read about the grant award - Grants secured for Erie County |
Recovery Walks Draws Hundreds - more than 400 people attended. Mary Supina, co-founder of Sandusky Artisans wants the community to know that recovery is alive and well. In attendance were many providers of Erie County, as well as, Diane Taylor, Executive Director, Alyssa McGue, Fiscal Manager, and Cheryl Huss, Office Coordinator for The ADAMHS Board. To read more about the event - Recovery Walk.
On September 14, 2024, the Sandusky Artisans Recovery Community Center is set to host its 11th Annual Recovery Walk. Emphasizing the beauty of recovery, Sandusky Artisans offers a range of recovery support services, including peer support and numerous recovery-focused meetings and activities throughout the year. The ADAMHS Board contributes funding and also joins the walk, demonstrating solidarity with individuals on their path to recovery. |
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 On August 31, 2024, the ADAMHS Board acknowledged Overdose Awareness Day, a solemn occasion for mourning those lost to overdoses. The day serves to heighten awareness of the overdose epidemic, honor the memory of loved ones, and bolster community efforts to combat drug addiction. |
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 On May 1, 2024, the ADAMHS Board held an important meeting regarding the re-initiation of the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Erie County. Those in attendance were from local businesses, healthcare, human resources, law enforcement, mental health agencies, schools, and survivors. To read more about the re-initiation of the: Suicide Prevention Coalition of Erie County * |
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 Kaptur House will open soon to give those dealing with a health crisis a chance to recover. Funding is expected to come from Medicaid, Medicare, local foundation grants, government grants and the ADAMHS Board. To read more about the: Kaptur House. The Kaptur House will open on Monday, September 16. |
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The new budget for the ADAMHS Board of Erie County includes $1M to help launch the Erie County Health Department's new Kaptur-Rogowski House. To read more about the: $1M set aside for crisis center |
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 The Erie County Community Foundation and the ADAMHS Board provided free mental health screenings throughout May. The free mental health sessions were hosted at BGSU Firelands and Firelands Regional Medical Center. To read more about the: Free Mental Health Screenings |
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 It's important to address problem gambling as soon as it's noticed. The ADAMHS Board's contracted provider, Bayshore Counseling Services in Sandusky can help. To read more about: March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month * |
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 The loss of a parent or any significant person in a child's life can affect the child in different ways. The ADAMHS Board supports Firelands Counseling & Recovery Services, Ohio Guidestones who can provide the help a child needs. To read more about: Helping Children Cope with Loss * |
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2021-2023 Press Releases |
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| 09/08/2023 Sandusky Artisans celebrating 10th Annual Recovery Walk |
| 06/20/2023 Veteran Services Crisis Intercept Mapping |
| 04/26/2023 Child Abuse Prevention Month |
| 03/24/2023 What is Problem Gambling Awareness Month |
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| 12/01/2022 ADAMHS Board Investing in Schools |
| 10/20/2022 Erie Shore Network Supporting Our Peers for over 25 years! |
| 09/22/2022 First Responder Week of Appreciation! |
| 08/25/2022 Sandusky Artisans Offers many Recovery Support Services |
| 07/21/2022 ADAMHS Board Nearing 1st Year Serving Erie County |
| 12/15/2021 Mental Health Board Hires Diane Taylor * |
| 10/20/2021 New mental health board sets meeting dates * |
| 10/04/2021 New Mental Health Board Begins * |
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