Suicide Awareness P.A.C.T.

David Cook Part 1 - Suicide Awareness P.A.C.T. S3 E14

This episodes topic ventures into territory we haven't discussed yet, and it's intriguing!  David Cook us a certified therapist with Venture Counseling in Manhattan, KS, and we discuss some of the benefits and challenges of using "magic mushrooms" for treatment of depression, anxiety and other mental health challenges.

Emily and Chaz - Suicide Awareness P.A.C.T. S3 E13

Emily and Chaz Mailey are married and represent two different entities.  Emily is a professor in kinesiology at K-State. Chaz is a licensed psychologist in private practice.  This is a wonderful discussion on the impact nature can have on your mental wellness. FlintHillsVolunteerCenter.com [http://flinthillsvolunteercenter.com/] #flinthillsvolunteercenter #AmeriCorps #SuicidePrevention  #SuicideAwareness #GMCF  #GreaterManhattanCommunityFoundation mcfks.org [http://mcfks.org/]

Shari and Chris - Suicide Awareness P.A.C.T. S3 E12

Shari La Grange-Aulich returns to the P.A.C.T. studio and is joined by Chris Wilson, who along with her husband, Ron, own the Lazy T Ranch just southwest of Manhattan.  In this episode, Shari and Chris tell Lori about how being in nature can  provide positive impacts for those who are struggling with some mental health challenges. FlintHillsVolunteerCenter.com [http://flinthillsvolunteercenter.com/] #flinthillsvolunteercenter #AmeriCorps #SuicidePrevention  #SuicideAwareness #GMCF  #GreaterManhattanCommunityFoundation mcfks.org [http://mcfks.org/] lazytranch.us

Eric Kirsch - Suicide Awareness P.A.C.T. S3 E11

Eric Kirsch is the Sheriff of Wabaunsee County.  He's become known throughout the state for his insightful and somewhat whimsical social media posts, with over 5,000 followers. In this episode, Sheriff Kirsch shares his story of growing up in New York City, his service in the US Marines, PTSD, alcohol abuse, recovery, faith and law and order. FlintHillsVolunteerCenter.com [http://flinthillsvolunteercenter.com/] #flinthillsvolunteercenter #AmeriCorps #SuicidePrevention  #SuicideAwareness #GMCF  #GreaterManhattanCommunityFoundation mcfks.org [http://mcfks.org/]

Light MHK - Suicide Awareness P.A.C.T. S3 E10

LightMHK supports mental health and wellness by removing barriers to care for those struggling with mental health challenges in the Greater Manhattan Kansas area, including Wamego and Junction City.  In this PACT episode, Deanna Nitschke and Jill Jacoby talk about the work Light MHK does and the lives they touch.  There's also a bit of info about a new fundraiser scheduled for January 31st! LightMHK.com FlintHillsVolunteerCenter.com [http://flinthillsvolunteercenter.com/] #flinthillsvolunteercenter #AmeriCorps #SuicidePrevention  #SuicideAwareness #GMCF  #GreaterManhattanCommunityFoundation mcfks.org [http://mcfks.org/]