Looking Ahead: Mental Health Plans for 2025 with David Ross
Episode Overview
State budget discussions will be crucial for funding mental health services. The Pat Risser RSVP Conference will feature notable speakers Brooke Seem and Dee. A levy vote in November aims to continue funding essential services. September is dedicated to Suicide Prevention and Awareness activities. Ongoing QPR training sessions are available to help save lives.
You can have all the money in the world and great physical health, but if your mental and emotional life isn't where you want it to be, those other things aren't going to make up for it
In this lively episode of Keeping Ashland Healthy, David Ross, Executive Director of the Mental Health and Recovery Board of Ashland County, takes the reins solo as Dr. Ashley Ackerman is off on a festive coal-collecting mission. David spends time with Baby New Year, reminiscing about the classic 'Rudolph's Shiny New Year' and using it as a springboard to discuss what 2025 holds for mental health and substance use services in Ashland County.
With a mix of humour and heartfelt concern, David outlines the challenges and opportunities ahead, including the upcoming two-year state budget cycle and its impact on local services. He also highlights key events like the Pat Risser RSVP Conference in March, featuring speakers Brooke Seem and Dee, and the critical levy vote in November.
The episode wraps up with a look at the September Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month activities and the ongoing QPR training sessions that aim to save lives. David's passion for planning and community support shines through, making this episode both informative and engaging. Don't miss out on this chance to get a sneak peek into the initiatives that will shape mental health services in Ashland County in 2025.