Foster public visibility of the Association as well as other community agencies. Subjects range from depression, substance abuse, domestic violence, elderly and teen issues. The MHA Library Collection - includes hundreds of books covering various mental health topics. The collection is shelved through the Geauga County Library System and Burton Library. The ParenTalk Newsletter is an educational newsletter mailed to most first time parents in Geauga County.
Issues arrive to correspond with baby's age and developmental stage.
Topics cover developmental milestones, nutrition and changing family needs. The Teddy Bear Patrol - arms Geauga County police officers sheriff' s deputies, fire departments, EMT's, victims advocates and park rangers with teddy bears for children. Teddy bears are given to comfort a child in a traumatic situation. The Very Important Kid Program - is currently being utilized in almost 48 preschool and kindergarten classrooms. The two major goals are to enhance the development of a foundation of good mental health and give children tools to express their feelings.