Rural SuicidePreventing Suicide, One Conversation At A TimeSeptember 17, 2018Suicide is a difficult topic. A big part of confronting the problem is talking about it. This Conversation Kit can help.
Health CareNew Google-Backed Plan To Spend California’s Mental Health Dollars Is Raising EyebrowsAugust 15, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaThere’s a push to revamp California’s mental health service network using smartphone apps and online therapy, but some advocates say it’s a questionable use of taxpayer dollars. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezMental Health Advocates Request Resources For Black NeighborhoodsApril 24, 2018 | Jen PicardDr. Kristee Haggins is an African-centered psychologist and has ideas on how specialized mental health care could benefit black communities affected by violence. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareWhy Stephon Clark's Death Is Having Serious Mental Health Impacts — Especially On His Brother Ste’VanteApril 10, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaIn Sacramento’s communities of color, many residents are already experiencing the daily stress of poverty, hunger and violence. Mental health experts say this combined with acute trauma, such as the Clark shooting, can spur a psychological crisis. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia’s Mental Health Physician Shortage Is Bad, And Getting Worse, Study FindsFebruary 16, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaA new study from UC San Francisco shows that, if current trends continue, there will be 41 percent fewer psychiatrists than needed in California by 2028. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Davis Considers Aggressive Conduct, Panhandling BanJanuary 9, 2018 | Steve MilneNearly two months after Sacramento City Council members approved an ordinance cracking down on aggressive panhandling, the Davis City Council tonight will consider a similar proposal. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Targets Aggressive PanhandlingNovember 15, 2017 | Steve MilneSacramento Police will soon be citing aggressive panhandlers with infractions and possibly misdemeanor charges. Sacramento City Council members have approved a new ordinance cracking down on panhandlers who intimidate people. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareNew Elk Grove Exhibit Tells Tales Of Mental BattlesOctober 6, 2017 | Sammy CaiolaStories of addiction, trauma and depression served as the inspiration for 28 new art pieces. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareMexican Consulate To Offer Bilingual Mental Health Services For Stressed VisitorsSeptember 29, 2017 | Sammy CaiolaA new program at Sacramento’s Mexican Consulate aims to provide mental health check-ups to visitors while they’re waiting for government services. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareIs Sacramento County's New Mental Health Treatment Approach Working?August 30, 2017 | Sammy CaiolaLast August, Sacramento County opened a “crisis residential” facility in Rio Linda. Now they’re planning to open two more. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
