How to Be a Better Advocate for Mental Health Awareness Month
In 2020, one in five adults living in the United States experienced a mental illness....
Building Strong Foundations in Scott & Dakota Counties
When people experience crises with mental illness, they are often forced to relocate for...
Addressing Homelessness in Anoka County with Commissioner Meisner
For the last three years, Guild has been providing outreach services in Anoka County,...
Guild Receives Highest Rating on CARF’s Best Practices Review
The results are in! We are proud to announce that Guild received the highest possible rating from CARF International for best-practices in social services, which means an additional three years of accreditation for several of our program areas.
Elevating Voices: Jeff & Nancy
After losing their son, Drew, to suicide, Nancy and Jeff became advocates for mental health services and dedicated volunteers and donors for us at Guild. This week on the blog, we tell their family’s powerful story.
Staff Spotlight: Heather Hammond, Philanthropy Officer
We recently told you about our Philanthropy Department, the people who make sure Guild...
A Strategy for a More Sustainable Future: Guild’s Philanthropy Department
Chief Advancement Officer Dawn Marie Nelmark often says Guild is "the best kept secret."...
On Resilience: A Conversation with Guild Social Workers
March is National Social Work Month, and we want to pay special attention to some of the...
Elevating Voices: Katie
Meet Katie, a Guild client who went from not being able to help herself to find joy and meaning in helping others. While Katie is in a much more stable place today, it’s not because her mental illness disappeared. With help from Joan and the team at Guild, she’s learned to manage her symptoms and struggles with “greater ease.”
Meet Barbara Kaiser on the Behavioral Health Home Services Team
Barbara Kaiser is a Health Home Specialist/Certified Peer Specialist who has experienced some of the same struggles as her clients. Out of her 40+ years in the workforce, working with Guild the past few years “has been the hardest job I’ve ever had and the most rewarding!”
Mental Health Day on The Hill
There’s a “perfect storm” for professionals in mental health services—a combination of stagnant wages, expensive education requirements, regulatory changes, as well as the obvious emotional toll. Here’s what we’re doing, and how you can help.
It’s Time for a Mental Health Check-In
According to a recent study, many people have experienced poor mental health throughout the pandemic, with over 30% of adults in the U.S. reporting symptoms of anxiety and/or depressive disorder—up from 11% of adults prior to the pandemic. It’s time for a mental health check-in.
Elevating Voices: Edward
Meet Edward, a U.S. Army veteran, the son of a steelworker, and an Indiana native. He’s a former Cub Scout, a committed employee, and a dedicated father.
Program Highlight: Behavioral Health Home Services
BHH services provide clients with education, resources, referrals and support to meet their unique needs and goals in all areas of their health and wellness. It could mean understanding a specific diagnosis or receiving support to work through the obstacles that frequently deter people from accessing the care they need.
An Investment in our Future: Dawn Marie Nelmark Appointed First-Ever Chief Advancement Officer
Welcome Dawn Marie Nelmark, our first-ever Chief Advancement Officer, to Guild! Dawn Marie brings 25+ years of nonprofit leadership & will help us diversify our revenue model to sustainably meet our clients’ needs now & into the future.
Meet Kari Solem, Guild’s New Vice President of People, Space and Technology
People have always been the focus of Kari Solem’s work. As our new VP of People, Space & Technology, she’s helping scale our services so we can support even more people struggling with mental illness or long-term homelessness.
What Is It Like to Reach Out to the Homeless?
Corey is a veteran member of Guild’s PATH team and he agreed to tell us what it’s actually like to do his work. We think you’ll agree that the work PATH does is nothing short of heroic!
Setting the Stage for a Renewal: A Look Back on 2021
A look back on the year. Both the challenges and the breakthroughs. Ultimately, this is a good news story, so I hope you’ll read to the end!
Meet Amber Michel, Guild’s New Director of Housing Services
Meet Amber Michel, Director of Housing Services. Housing Services supports clients with mental health, substance use, and housing needs.
The Holidays Give Us Renewed Perspective on Homelessness
During the holidays, we are often reminded of what truly matters – family, friends and...