Page 14 - Abacoa Community News - November '24

Page 14, Abacoa
Annie’s Choice from page 13
Our Services
Psychiatric Services: Jennifer Bruk, FNP, PMHNP- for these complex patients she developed a passion for
BC of The Brain Spa, LLC, provides psychiatric services mental health. Jennifer then went back to school at the Other Resources
for teens through Annie’s Choice based on financial need. University of Cincinnati to obtain her degree in psychiatry.
Annie’s Choice will contribute to the costs of services with She treats children and adults suffering from ADHD, campaign amplifies teen voices. They share stories and
Jennifer Bruk as well as any other psychiatric services depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and substance abuse. perspectives to dismantle the stigma of mental health.
with any other provider. Jennifer is a Board Certified Visit thebrainspot.net for more information and to book Zero Reasons Why believes that reducing that stigma
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse
Practitioner. She started her
nursing career in Boston working as an oncology nurse org to book an appointment with one of our partners
before relocating to Florida. She continued her education in therapy. Make sure to tell the scheduler you’re from
and became a family nurse practitioner. While caring Annie’s Choice.
Zero Reasons Why: The Zero Reasons Why
®
an appointment and let the scheduler know you are from allows us to ask for help without shame or judgment. If we
Annie’s Choice. accomplish that, we believe we’ll see teen suicide decrease
Monthly Gifts: Our monthly gifts for at-risk teens aim in our communities. It takes all of us—teens, parents,
to provide them with valuable resources and support. Each educators, health professionals and the community—to
month, we curate a package filled with carefully selected remove the stigma of mental health, foster community
items such as books, journals, positive affirmation notes, support, improve education and increase awareness to
and tokens to carry. Through these thoughtful items, we prevent teen suicide. Visit zeroreasonswhy.org.
hope to offer them a tangible reminder that they are not Forever Frosty: Forever Frosty Foundation strives to
alone and that their well-being matters. continue the conversation about suicide awareness and
Activities and Outings: Our outings for at-risk prevention by raising funds to directly impact the lives of
teens are designed to provide them with memorable our youth who cannot afford mental health counseling. We
and transformative experiences. We organize beach need to eradicate the stigma of teens getting therapy and
outreaches, paddleboarding sessions, and kayaking convey that a person does not “commit suicide,” rather
adventures that offer a combination of fun, excitement, “dies by suicide.” It is not a crime; it’s an illness like
and a connection with nature. Through these outings, we cancer or any other disease and it can be treated. More
aim to create a safe and supportive environment where at- information is available at foreverfrosty.org.
risk teens can build positive memories, develop resilience, 988 Lifeline: We can help prevent suicide. 24/7 free,
and discover their inner strength. confidential support for people in distress, prevention/
Funding for Counseling: We recognize that not all crisis resources for you or your loved ones, best practices
teenagers have the financial means to afford counseling, for professionals in the U.S. Call 988, 988lifeline.org/chat.
and we are dedicated to ensuring that mental health Palm Beach County Youth Services: Palm Beach
support is accessible to all. Our organization is committed County provides services to its youth, including free
to providing funding options for teens who cannot afford therapy, mental health family day camps, and more! Go
counseling services. Through partnerships with licensed to www.discover.pbcgov.org/youthservices.
mental health professionals and counseling centers, we SAMHSA: National helpline that is confidential, free,
strive to secure financial assistance and scholarships 24 hours a day, and 365 days a year for those struggling
specifically tailored to meet the needs of these teens. with mental health and/or substance abuse issues. Call
Anchor Programs: An anchor can be a person, a place, 1-(800) 662-HELP (4357) or visit www.samhsa.gov/.
a routine, or an activity that helps us feel grounded and 211: 211 is a community helpline/crisis hotline where
centered. Our programs for teens are designed to help them highly trained and accredited resource specialists offer
identify their anchors and build a strong foundation for guidance/support helping teens find the services they need.
mental health and well-being. Through art projects and They provide intervention for teens in a crisis, thinking of
group talks, we provide a supportive environment where suicide, wanting to know whether to get help, or just wanting
teens can explore their emotions, express themselves to talk to someone who will really listen. Free and confidential
creatively, and engage in meaningful discussions. We assistance is available 24/7. To chat via text, text your zip
believe that through these empowering experiences, teens code to 898211 or visit https://211palmbeach.org/.
can cultivate resilience, develop a positive sense of self, NAMI, National Alliance on Mental Illness: The
and embark on a path towards mental and emotional well- nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization
being. Go to ccccpb.org or inspirementalhealthservices. is dedicated to building better lives for the millions
of Americans affected by mental illness. The NAMI
HelpLine is available Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to
10 p.m., Eastern time. Connect by phone at (800) 950-6264
or text “Helpline” to 62640, or chat. Visit nami.org.
Compass Community Center: Compass Community
Center provides services to LGBTQ+ youth in Palm
Beach County with locations in Wellington, Jupiter,
Lake Worth, and Belle Glade! Compass provides free
counseling, groups, and all kinds of great activities! For
more information visit www.compasslgbtq.com.
Need More Storage?
WE CAN HELP!
WINE STORAGE Now Available!
Ask About Our
MOVE-IN SPECIALS!
* Certain restrictions apply. Mention or present this offer.
State-of-the-art Climate-controlled Secure
facility storage units car storage
Store. Pack. Move. 50 Frederick Small Road
And More! Jupiter, FL 33458
CompassSelfStorage.com (561) 556-2191