Local health leaders call mental illness the number one public health problem of our generation. In response, Montage Health unveiled a new facility dedicated to youth mental health called the “Ohana Campus.” Montage leaders say the newest facility is the most unique in the nation because of its approach to treating these problems. Harassment of society. The goal for the facility is to be a place where young patients can find prevention, treatment and ultimately recovery. One in five young people struggle with mental health problems. Health experts say overuse of social media, isolation during the pandemic, instability around the world and the rise of opioids are all contributing factors. We’re creating a healing environment that our young people are really comfortable and able to see,” said Dr. Steven Packer, president and CEO of Community Hospital for the Monterey Peninsula and Montage Health. Normandy Filcek is a 17-year-old high school senior and Ohana patient and youth mentor. Member. Investing in children like her will have ripple effects for generations to come,” she said. It’s really easy to spiral now with how big a consequence everything is. I think it’s really important for kids to recognize the weight and what’s in their world. “What’s really important to them is more than what feels important in the moment,” Filzek said. The facility was made possible by a donation of more than $100 million. Medical staff will be trained to help. In addition to being a hub for medical care, schools and faith-based communities will also play a key role. Ohana means family in Hawaiian, so Montage Health leaders say engaging a child’s family is at the core of their approach. .” This is not just. A place where you leave your child for an hour and return; This involves the whole family to make sure we care for everyone, not just the patient,” said Ohana Director of Operations Jessica Moon. “Mental fitness is everyone’s project. It includes being able to endure adversity and enjoy the good,” said Ohana Executive Director Dr. Susan Zwick. and chief mental health officer at Montage Health. The facility is slated to open by mid-December. Getting Help | If you’re looking for support yourself, or someone in your life is struggling with mental health, KSBW 8 has compiled a list of resources that can help. Link: List of Local Youth Mental Health Resources National Crisis Line: 741-741 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
Local health leaders call mental illness the number one public health problem of our generation. In response, Montage Health unveiled the “Ohana Campus,” a brand new facility dedicated to youth mental health.
Montage leaders say the newest facility is one of the most unique in the nation because of its approach to treating these problems that plague the community. The goal for the facility is to be a place where young patients can find prevention, treatment and, ultimately, treatment.
One in five young people struggle with mental health problems. Health experts say overuse of social media, isolation during the pandemic, worldwide instability and the rise of opioids are all contributing factors.
“It’s important to make a statement about youth mental health. We’re investing in it. We’re de-stigmatizing it. We’re creating a healing environment where our young people are really comfortable and able to see,” said Dr. Stephen Packer. and CEO, Monterey Peninsula Community Hospital and Montage Health.
Normandie Filzek is a 17-year-old high school senior and Ohana Patient and Youth Advisory member. Investing in children like her will have ripple effects for generations to come, she said.
“It’s really easy to spiral now with how big of a consequence everything seems to be. I think it’s really important now for kids to recognize the weight of their world and what’s really important to them rather than what feels important in the moment,” Filzek said. said. .
The facility is made possible by an endowment of more than $100 million. It has unique features such as quiet reflection spaces, a music room and a gym. Medical staff are trained to assist patients in everything from crisis situations to preventive care. While being a hub for medical care, schools and faith-based communities will also play a key role.
Ohana means family in Hawaiian, so Montage Health leaders say engaging a child’s family is at the core of their approach.
“This is not just a place where you drop your child off for an hour and come back; it involves the whole family making sure that we’re taking care of everyone, not just the patient,” Jessica Moon said. Ohana Director of Operations.
Health leaders hope this will pave the way for the future of addressing mental health issues among young people.
“Mental fitness is everyone’s project. It includes being able to endure adversity and rejoice in the good,” said Dr. Susan Zwick, Ohana executive director and chief mental health officer at Montage Health.
The facility is slated to open by mid-December.
Getting Help | If you’re looking for support yourself, or someone in your life is struggling with mental health, KSBW 8 has compiled a list of resources that can help.
Link: List of local youth mental health resources
National Crisis Line: 741-741
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
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