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Community Programs for Mental Health

Our vision is a world without suicide and a community of people with optimal mental health. Since 2010, 1N5 has been leading transformational mental health work in Cincinnati. Our mission is to prevent suicide by erasing the stigma around mental illness and promoting optimal mental wellness.

1N5 School Partnership Program
1N5 Community Mental Wellness Program

Our vision is a world without suicide and a community of people with optimal mental health. Since 2010, 1N5 has been leading transformational mental health work in the Cincinnati region. Our mission is to prevent suicide by erasing the stigma around mental illness and promoting optimal mental wellness.

1N5 partners with community organizations and universities to normalize mental health and break down the barriers preventing our youth from seeking help. Because every community is unique, there is not a one-size-fits-all model. 

PROGRAM GOALS

  • Create and implement customized, evidence-based mental health programming plans for communities
  • Increase knowledge of signs and symptoms of mental illness and suicide
  • Build protective favors by increasing knowledge of healthy coping skills
  • Decrease the stigma of mental illness and suicide in communities
  • Link at-risk communities to necessary mental health treatment
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Program Framework and Key Alignments

1N5's continuous improvement process helps schools create a strong foundation for systemwide student mental wellness.

Below outlines how 1N5's Strategic Mental Health Education & Wellness Framework aligns with the Ohio Improvement Process (OIP), Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF).

1N5 Strategic Mental Health Education Framework alignment table

Education and Programming Solutions

Below is an overview of our simple process to provide the right fit for you.

1N5 School Partnership Program process diagram

1N5 School Partnership Program process is:

Simple Streamlined Effective for students, faculty & administration
❤️ 1N5 is committed to reducing barriers to mental health education and providing services to all schools.

Needs Assessment and Climate Survey

Initial step of our process

A comprehensive look at school climate involving data collection from students, staff, and caregivers. Plus, a review of all school mental health programs in place. Based on that data and consultation with the school, a comprehensive plan is recommended for the school or district.

On-going Long-Term Support

Monitor and adjust the solution set if/as needed

Regular meetings to assist with planning, implementing, and evaluating outcomes.

Training and Programs

A set of training/programs will be recommended after the Needs Assessment and Climate Survey

🧘 Wellness Programs
Recharge and Reconnect

An interactive presentation designed to support the emotional well-being of teachers. Acknowledges challenges, celebrates success, fosters connections, and nurtures wellness.

1-Hour session
Wellness Campaign

Working with the school wellness group to coordinate ongoing wellness programs and activities for staff.

Mindfulness Coaching for Teachers

Monthly sessions to teach the basic components of a mindfulness practice.

30-Minute sessions
Building Resilience and Protective Factors

A presentation/discussion on how to build resiliency. An upstream look at protective factors and how to build those into a healthy lifestyle. Good for all audiences including students, staff, and parents.

1-Hour session
📚 Educational Programs
Expert Speakers for Youth, Staff, and/or Parents

Expert speakers to present (virtually or in-person) on topics including signs and symptoms of mental health disorders, self-care, resilience, internet safety, mindfulness, stress management.

Mental Health 101 for Youth, Staff, and/or Parents

Introduces statistics around mental health, the mental health continuum, warning signs, supporting others, local and national resources, and tips for staying mentally healthy.

30, 45, & 60 min sessions
State of Mind Video Series

A series of videos to promote mental health & wellness for educators, caregivers, and youth.

🛡️ Gatekeeper Training
QPR for Staff

Designed to teach teachers, coaches, mentors, or anyone in a position to prevent suicide, how to help save a life.

1½–2 hour session
QPR for Parents

Designed to teach parents and caregivers, or anyone in a position to prevent suicide, how to help save a life.

1½–2 hour session
🤝 Peer-to-Peer Program
Sources of Strength

The highest quality evidence-based prevention for suicide, violence, bullying, and substance abuse by training, supporting, and empowering both peer leaders and caring adults. Moves beyond a singular focus on risk factors by utilizing an upstream approach that strengthens multiple sources of support (protective factors) around young individuals.

4 hours each for advisors & students + ongoing check-ins
📋 Screener Program
Signs of Suicide (SOS)

A universal, school-based depression awareness and suicide prevention program designed for middle school (ages 11–13) or high-school (ages 13–17) students. Includes student screening that assesses for depression and suicide risk and identifies students to refer for professional help. Also includes a video, Training Trusted Adults, to engage staff, parents, or community members.

Program & screening: 1 hour

1N5 School Partnership Program

For more information about the 1N5 School Partnership Program including how to start a program relationship with 1N5, please contact Sara Utecht.

sara_utecht@1n5.org
The mission of 1N5 is to prevent suicide by erasing the stigma of mental illness and promoting optimal mental wellness.

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