As a part of our mission to make healthcare more accessible, most Healthy Connections Community Health Network clinic locations will be open on Memorial Day, May 31, 2021.
The following clinics will be open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.:
Clinics closed on Memorial Day:
Call 888-710-8220 for appointments.
Remember: your mental health is equally important as your physical health!!
Have you ever needed a mental break or stress reliever, but didn’t know what to do? Here are some of our favorite ways to calm our minds and de-stress!.
Digital Detox
Spending hours scrolling through social media can be detrimental to our mental health, even if we don’t realize it. Take a break from the mindless scrolling for the evening or day.
Practice mindfulness
Becoming more mindful allows us to become aware of where we are and what we’re doing, without becoming overwhelmed. Find a quiet spot where you can sit alone for just a few minutes. Follow the sensation of your breath as it goes in and out. When you notice your mind has begun to wander, return your attention to your breathing.
Gratitude
It’s easy to go throughout the day focusing on the negatives rather than the positives. At the end of the day or week, reflect on the highs and positives you experienced. Keep a journal to write them in, or simply think about them as you drift off to sleep.
Self-care
Take a hot bath, go for a walk, cook your favorite dinner, or simply go outside for some fresh air. Be sure you are taking time to relax and nourish your mind.
Evolve Behavioral Health and Medication Management offers individual (adults and children), family, and group counseling at locations in Little Rock, Malvern, Arkadelphia, Hot Springs, Mount Ida, and Mena. Call 800-409-6250 for appointments. Visit www.evolvebhs.com for more information.
Healthy Connections is excited to announce its April 2021 Shining STAR employees of the month:
WEST: DELFINA LOPEZ
EAST: MELANIE NEWMAN
Each month across the Healthy Connections Community Health Network, exemplary employees are nominated for this award for representing our Three Pillars: Excellence, Compassion, and Community. These pillars are considered heavily when choosing winners.
As winners, Delfina and Melanie are winners of a $50 gift card or one day off work.
Delfina is a patient care coordinator at the Mena clinic.
- “Delfina is very pleasant and tries her best to help all patients that walk through the door. She always has a pleasant attitude and she is always willing to help anyone that needs help.”
Melanie is a nurse practitioner in primary care and pediatrics at Healthy Connections Hot Springs Central.
- “Melanie’s bright smile and soft spirit make her a pleasure to her patients and coworkers. She is always willing to take time and listen.”
Congratulations to both Delfina and Melanie.
Do you know who should be our next to be recognized? Nominate by visiting https://www.healthy-connections.org/nominate.
The Healthy Connections Community Health Network and Evolve Behavioral Health and Medication Management are recognizing May as National Mental Health Awareness Month.
With the Coronavirus pandemic, we’ve all been through a lot. As we continue to persevere, we encourage everyone to make their mental health a priority.
Did you know:
- 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year
- 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year
- 1 in 6 U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year.
- 50 percent of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, and 75 percent by age 24
- Suicide is the second leading cause of death among people aged 10-34.
Evolve Behavioral Health offers individual (adults and children), family, and group mental and behavioral health therapy at locations throughout Arkansas. Care is provided by LCSWs (Licensed Clinical Social Workers) and LPCs (Licensed Professional Counselors) in Little Rock, Malvern, Arkadelphia, Hot Springs, Mount Ida, and De Queen.
Evolve also offers the services of a PMHNP APRN (Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner) for medication management services.
Call 800-409-6250 for appointments or visit www.evolvebhs.com for more information.
Please be aware of the following schedule changes for our Healthy Connections Community Health Network clinics in LIttle Rock on July 5 and 6, 2021.
Closed Monday, July 5:
Closed Tuesday, July 6:
All other clinics will be open July 5 and 6 for their normal schedule.
Call 888-710-8220 for information and appointments.
