Depression Support is Out There
You Are Not Alone If you are struggling with depression, you may have experienced the feelings of isolation, sadness, confusion and anger. Having... Read More
What is the Appropriate Age to Get My Child a Cell Phone?
Dear Acenda, The only item on my son’s holiday wish list this year is a cell phone! He’s been asking... Read More
Why I Give – Dennis DeSimone
Our donors and volunteers make the community a better place for our children and families. In our new series, Why... Read More
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Disability does not mean inability December 3 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). Since its inception in 1992,... Read More
How To Avoid Depression During the Holidays
Bye Bye Holiday Blues The holidays are a festive and exciting time of the year. It’s a time for family,... Read More
Embracing Gratitude
Being Thankful Can Boost Mental Health We all have bad days. Whether it’s from loss, frustration, loneliness or other circumstances going on... Read More
Dealing with Pandemic Fatigue
Stop Pandemic Burnout in its Tracks We are now more than eight months into the pandemic that has created a “new normal” and often... Read More
Entering a Season of Gratitude
#TeamAcenda shares what they’re most thankful for in 2020 The season of thankfulness is officially upon us! 2020 has... Read More
How to Have a Stress-Free Holiday
Stay calm and celebrate on The holiday season can be filled with all kinds of emotions. For some of us, it is a... Read More
Chronic Pain and Mental Health
What’s the link between physical and mental health conditions? Mental Health America (MHA) conducted an analysis of 61,363 individuals who self-identified as... Read More
Boost Your Mental Health with Acts of Kindness
We have all heard the saying "it's better to give than to receive." Well, there is actually evidence that... Read More
Keeping Our Veterans Mentally Healthy
November 11 is Veteran’s Day Every November 11, we honor all of the veterans who fought for our country so... Read More