Local Alerts and Services for Health and Safety
Stay Informed with Ascend Notify Alerts
Knowing about community health concerns helps you keep your family safe. Ascend Notify is a free text alert system providing real-time updates on overdose spikes, Narcan distribution events, and other important public health notifications.
The Mental Health & Recovery Services Board (MHRSB) of Allen, Auglaize, and Hardin Counties launched this service last summer in partnership with Allen County Public Health. Ascend Notify ensures that families have the information they need when it matters most.
How to Sign Up:
Text START to 888-701-2578 (ALRT).
Customize your alerts to focus on topics relevant to your family.
Receive updates directly to your phone.
For more details, visit wecarepeople.org/notify.
Support Is Available 24/7
If you or someone in your family needs help, there are resources available:
Local 24/7 Crisis Line: Call 1-800-567-4673 (HOPE) to contact trained local professionals for immediate support.
National 988 Crisis Line: Call or text 988 anytime to reach a crisis counselor.
Knowing the right number to call can make a difference during a crisis.
In a medical emergency or life-threatening situation, call 911 for emergency response. This includes the immediate danger of harm to oneself or others. For community resources, dial 211 or visit allen211.org. They can connect you with finding food assistance, housing support, or local counseling services. No matter the situation, help is always available.
These services ensure no one has to face challenges alone. Stay informed, stay connected, and reach out when you need help.
Local Leader Recognized by OACBHA
The Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities (OACBHA) awarded Senator Susan Manchester the 2024 Award for Legislative Excellence for her dedication to mental health and addiction services. MHRSB Executive Director Tammie Colon presented the award during the annual awards luncheon at the Ohio Statehouse!
“I am pleased to recognize Senator Manchester for her leadership in addressing mental illness and addiction throughout Ohio and her ongoing commitment to ensuring that the constituents she serves, and the citizens of Ohio have access to critical treatment services and recovery supports. She is a dedicated advocate for individuals and families in need of mental health and addiction services and to the local mental health and recovery services Boards throughout Ohio.” - Tammie Colon, Executive Director of MHRSB
We are grateful for champions like Senator Manchester, who work to strengthen mental health and addiction services across Ohio and in our three counties!
Upcoming Trainings
The Mental Health & Recovery Services Board, along with our partner agencies, host trainings throughout the year. Check out upcoming trainings for spring 2025!
Better Sleep with Dr. Jade Wu
Save the date for Better Sleep with Dr. Jade Wu on April 10, 2025! Hosted by Family Resource Center and The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation.
Dr. Jade Wu is a Board-certified sleep psychologist, researcher, and speaker. She will help us all learn more about the foundation of sleep health and our relationship with sleep. This paradigm-shifting workshop will reframe the way we approach sleep and Dr. Wu will challenge conventional advice, teach practical solutions, and offer insights that go far deeper than “sleep hygiene."
Register for the 60-minute virtual session on Zoom.
OhioMHAS Peer Recovery Supporter Training Opportunity
The MHRSB is hosting an Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services Peer Recovery Supporter Training Opportunity from May 12-16! This is a 5-day training from 8 am-4:30 pm in Lima, Ohio.
If you are in recovery from a mental health or substance use issue and would like to help your peers in recovery, consider becoming a Peer Recovery Supporter.
Register by emailing Trisha Teri at trisha@mhrsb.org. Have questions? Call 419-222-5120.
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