JusticeWorks Family of Services

Supporting someone living with a serious mental illness starts with understanding. Learning about mental health conditions can help you respond with empathy and confidence.

Healing from mental health and substance use issues is not just the absence of symptoms. It is a stable home, meaningful connection, and the tools to move forward. That is the promise of whole-person care.

Someone you love may face both a mental condition and a substance use challenge. They deserve steady support, starting with you. When more is needed, help is available 24/7. Call or text 988 anywhere in the U.S.

Being there for someone through a difficult moment can include helping them connect to support. 988 is available 24/7. Call or text anytime, anywhere in the U.S. You don’t have to figure this out alone.

When we understand mental health challenges can be at the root of addiction, we start asking 'how can we help?’ with no judgement. That question alone can make a big difference.

Respectful communication about mental health is especially important during times of transition, including housing instability or reentry into the community. Compassionate words signal safety when people need it most. https://www.samhsa.gov/resource/ebp/permanent-supportive-housing-evidence-based-practices-ebp-kit

Mental health touches every one of us either directly or through someone we love. Let’s commit to talking about it with the care and honesty it deserves.

https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/facts

When we focus on the person and not the diagnosis, we create more supportive conversations about mental health.

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone/how-to-talk-to-someone-about-help

This National Foster Care Month, we’re proud to recognize the meaningful work of our team and community partners in supporting children and families. 💙

Recently, JusticeWorks staff member Brittany Marshall attended the Indiana County Foster Care Proclamation at the Indiana County Courthouse in honor of National Foster Care Month. Brittany provides support through our Foster Care Assistance Program and continues to advocate for youth and families throughout the community.

Thank you to everyone working to make a difference in the lives of children and families every day. 💙

Language matters. Choosing supportive words can help people feel seen, heard, and respected.

https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/how-to-talk