Sierra Vista Hospital

Along with Sacramento's Stop the Stigma campaign, the Elk Grove Fine Arts Center has an ongoing exhibit Mental Illness: It’s Not Always What You Think project as part of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth. The exhibits are from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Wednesday to Saturday and continue through May 26 at 9683 Elk Grove-Florin Rd., Elk Grove. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3sNujy5.

Are you looking for a fulfilling new career in behavioral health? We are hiring and would love for you to join our compassionate and dedicated team of professionals! Please join our Hiring Event on Wednesday, May 25 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at our hospital located at 8001 Bruceville Road, Sacramento, CA 95823. For a list of our open positions and to RSVP for this event, please visit https://indeedhi.re/3MnAmRM. We look forward to meeting you!

Have you noticed a change in your mental health since working from home? Working from home has its positives and negatives. One way to nurture positive mental health while working from home is ensuring you take regular breaks just like you would at the office. To learn some tips on best ways to take a break when working remote, visit https://bit.ly/37pSxa9.

We did it! Sierra Vista Hospital staff and families came out last Saturday for a beautiful morning in William Land Park, Sacramento. Staff received complimentary zoo tickets, t-shirts, and snacks. The annual Northern California NAMIWalks was a success with several community partners on hand. It was great to see the community come together for a great cause. Good to see you, Heritage Oaks Hospital, UC Davis Health, One Community Health Clinic, Aetna, Kaiser Northern CA, Turning Point Sacramento, Sacramento State, Dignity Health, Sutter, El Hogar, Sacramento Behavioral Health, Sacramento Valley Psychological Association, ShaMynds Healing Center, Stanford Sierra Youth and Family Services, Sacramento County Dept of Public Health, and Crestwood Behavioral! #MH4all #Together4MH #NAMIWalks

We are grateful for our hospital staff and nurses every day, but this week is special. It's #NationalHospitalWeek and #NationalNursesWeek! We thank you all for everything you do for our patients and community!

The holiday season can be as rife with stress as it is with joy and that's ok! This year in particular will come with extra challenges for many, so be kind to yourself as you manage those feelings. Check out this article from Verywell for strategies to consider for your mental health: https://bit.ly/HolidayStress2020.

Clocks changed over the weekend and that means Seasonal Affective Disorder is starting to rear its head. It's going to be darker earlier and the sun won't be out as long. Know the facts about Seasonal Affective Disorder and how to combat it! Find out more at http://bit.ly/SeasonalAffectiveDisorder2020.

Are you or a loved one experiencing a mental health crisis? Do not delay in seeking help. We are fully operational and ready to provide assessments and services. Call us 24/7 at 916-229-8515. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are taking proactive steps to keep our patients and team members safe, including screening all individuals upon entering the facility. For more information, read our full Health Alert at https://bit.ly/2x708bJ. Our compassionate professionals are ready to help you today.

This is National #Handwashing Awareness Week. During the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping your hands clean is important to preventing the spread of the virus. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. Learn more at bit.ly/CDCWashYourHands.

Did you know that in the US women between the ages of 18 - 24 are more commonly affected by domestic violence? If you are in an abusive relationship, please seek help immediately by calling the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE. To learn more about what a healthy relationship looks like on the relationship spectrum, visit http://bit.ly/RelationshipSpectrum2020. #dvam

The holidays are going to be a little different this year for all of us. Click on the link from the CDC, to help you learn different ways to cope and manage your holiday stress, https://bit.ly/3qjESGl.

The COVID-19 pandemic is still going on and with flu season approaching, it's important to maintain social distance and be aware of how the viruses spread. Learn more about the similarities and differences at https://bit.ly/3ofQo4H.

Sesame Street in Communities encourages parents to teach their children when and how to ask for help. Your child should not be afraid to ask an adult if they are being bullied. Together we can #StopBullying! #NationalBullyingPreventionMonth See how you can get more involved and be part of the solution StopBullying.Gov.

World Mental Health Day 2020 asks us to look at how we can better invest in our mental health, both globally and personally. With the realities of COVID-19 challenging many aspects of our lives and support systems, it is more important than ever to implement good self-care practices and reach out for help when you need it. Know that we are here for you and your loved ones, ready to provide the compassionate care you deserve. Call us any time at 916) 229-8515. Learn more about how you can recognize World Mental Health Day from the World Health Organization (WHO): https://bit.ly/WMHDInfo2020.

This week is #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek. It is important to be an advocate and understand the variety of mental illnesses that can affect everyone. Let's remove the stigma behind mental health with these facts from NAMI, https://bit.ly/3iC8qty!

October is #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth. We want to raise awareness that domestic violence is not okay in any capacity. If you need help, know that you are not alone. Call 1-800-799-SAFE(7233) or visit https://www.thehotline.org/.

"While we do not know how this pandemic will ultimately impact the U.S., we do know that the number of suicides has increased over the past few months, as have calls to help lines," says Karen E. Johnson, Senior Vice President, Clinical Services, UHS Behavioral Health. "Do you know someone who may need help? Reach out, direct them to a crisis line or to a behavioral health provider." Suicide Prevention Help Lines: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)'', The Trevor Project, Lifeline for LGBTQ Youth at 1-866-488-7386, Veterans Crisis Line for Members of our U.S. Military at 1-800-273-8255 (and press 1). #EndSuicide #SuicidePrevention #BeThe1

"Suicidal ideation is an emergency and we can all play an important part of saving someone who might be living it." Learn about what suicidal ideation is and how you can #BeThe1To help someone in need. Find more resources at https://www.bethe1to.com/. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)' is available 24/7 for anyone experiencing suicidal ideation or a mental health crisis.

There are a various ways for us to make a difference in someone else’s life. Have a #RealConvo. It’s okay to not be okay. Add these crisis resources to your phone and encourage friends and family to do the same. #KeepGoing #TogethterToFightSuicide #StopSuicide

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, a day for us to raise awareness of suicide and suicide prevention. COVID-19 has made social interaction more difficult, but there are still ways we can #bethere for our loved ones. Call your loved ones to check up on them, schedule a zoom call, or meet up at a park and just have a talk outside and from a distance. Learn how you can get involved and prevent suicide at http://bit.ly/GetInvolvedSPM. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)'.