July 2025: E-Newsletter

MHA E-newsletter
Written By MHA Staff
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Introduction

In July we were focused on building new relationships and expanding our reach to more community stakeholders. New maternal mental health information was added to our website, which you can find here along with a wide range of other mental health topics.

Along with our usual programming, we were invited by the library to help host a program called Sounds of Art. Participants were invited to listen to a playlist and notice what feelings come up, then, using the materials provided, create art based on those feelings.

It was a great exercise in just letting yourself feel your emotions and understanding how you interpret those emotions. We hope to offer similar programming in the future.

Back to School Mental Health Toolkit

In August we'll be focusing on mental health resources for going back to school and the mental health challenges associated with school. Throughout the month, check on our website and social media for information from transitioning kids back to school to bullying.

While you wait for us to publish info on our website, here's a list of resources to get you started:

Resources

Additional Tools for Youth:

Additional Tools for Adults:

Upcoming Events Hosted by MHA

This list contains all events that are led by or in collaboration with the Mental Health Association of Cleveland County. You can also find these listed on our calendar.

Happening Locally

Here are some things you can do locally to help get you connected to activities that can support your mental health. All activities are free (F) or low-cost (LC). If you know of any things to do in Cleveland County and think we should include it in our monthly newsletter, send an to egrimsley@clevelandcountymha.org.

Events in Shelby

Broad River Market -

  • Every Monday, 4:30 pm - until out of food at Jefferson Park (801 Jefferson St.)

  • Every Wednesday, 4:30 pm - until out of food in Polkville (2487 W Stage Coach Trail)

  • 100% FREE food - fresh produce and groceries

  • Follow on Facebook and Instagram

Cleveland County Mutual Aid Pop Ups

  • Next Pop Up:

    • August 17, 1 - 4 PM at 212 W Warren St., Shelby, NC

  • Once a month, announced via Facebook and Instagram

  • 100% FREE items - toiletries, books, clothes, OTC medications, etc.

  • Facebook group open to helping people connect with resources and help

Cleveland County Libraries (various locations) (F)

  • Take and Make (Eugenia H. Young and Spangler Branch)

    • Pick up - August 4 - August 9

  • Yoga (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)

    • Monday, August 4, 5:30 - 6:30 pm

  • Monday Night Book Club (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)

    • Monday, August 11, 5:30 - 6:00 pm

  • Hilltop Book Club (Adult) (Spangler Branch)

    • Tuesday, August 12, 4:00 - 5:00 pm

  • Line Dancing (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)

    • Monday, August 18 10, 5:30 - 6:30 pm

  • Manga Club (Teen) (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)

    • Tuesday, August 19, 5:30 - 6:30 pm

  • Chess Club (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)

    • Monday, August 25, 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Expanding Your Toolkit: Support Groups and Trainings

Trainings by Partners

At the time of writing this newsletter, Partners has not updated their training calendar for April. To check back later, click here.

Support Groups

MHA’s Depression and Anxiety Support Group

  • Every Thursday, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

  • 205 S Washington St. (Upstairs Conference Room), Shelby, NC - please note: building does not have an elevator.

Gaston, Lincoln, and Cleveland Brain Injury Support Group

  • Third Tuesday of each month, 6-7 pm

  • ComServe, 1541 Delta Drive, Gastonia, NC 28052;

  • Contact: Patricia Haithcox at phaithcox@comserve.org, 704-736-5307 or Shanda Daniels at 704-772-4291

NAMI Family Support Group

  • Online: Reoccurring biweekly, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

  • Access here.

Hickory Brain Injury Support Group

Postpartum Support International Support Groups

  • PSI offers 50+ FREE and virtual support groups for perinatal parents. Click here to begin your search.

EmotionsAnonymous

  • 12-step style program for emotional health struggles

  • Visit site to find virtual meetings

Know of an existing support group or want assistance starting one? Contact us by emailing egrimsey@clevelandcountymha.org to get added to this list or develop one.

MHA Staff

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