Mental Health America of Porter County

October is filled with many reasons to celebrate—hay rides, apple orchards, homecoming, Halloween, and more. With all these fun activities to enjoy, October comes with many dangers and pressures to be aware of. We here at Mental Health America of...

Open Door Social Club welcomes adults that have been diagnosed with a mental illness and are compliant with treatment. One goal of the Club is to promote positive peer to peer interaction through safe and healthy social engagements. We provide a...

Robin Williams’ tragic and untimely death after a decades-long battle against bipolar disorder reminds us that mental illnesses are all-too-often serious and life-threatening chronic diseases. Mental illnesses—especially serious ones—rob us of...

When people imagine the summer season, most think about all the activities that come with the warm weather. These activities can range from just hanging out with family members to taking trips to the beach; the opportunities are endless during the...

Open Door Social Club welcomes adults that have been diagnosed with a mental illness and are compliant with treatment. “For over 50 years the Club has provided members with positive peer to peer interaction through safe and healthy social...

We are a small non-profit organization that promotes mental wellness in Porter County. If you are interested in volunteering for maintenance work, call Diana at (219) 462-6267 or email volunteerc@mhapc.org for an application. Maintenance includes...

Mental Health America of Porter County is acknowledging Mental Health Awareness this month by addressing the issue of stigma. Growing up we are taught the facetious phrase, “sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.”...

April marks the nation’s “Month of the Military Child,” a time to honor youth and their service to our country. In celebration, Mental Health America of Porter County as part of their Building Up Our Youth program is proud to support Indiana...

Mental Health America of Porter County is getting ready to embrace the upcoming winter months. This time of year is marked by colder weather and shorter days with less sunlight. During this time, many people experience a reduction in mood, or...

The Holiday Season is here! It is the season of giving, and Mental Health America of Porter County would like to remind you of the importance of giving back, and the many ways in which you can do so. Giving back not only helps out those in need, but...