Recent News
Substance Abuse: A Mental Health Issue ›
05.20.2015
Dependency on drugs and/or alcohol is a treatable, chronic disease that frequently co-occurs with one or more other mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety or schizophrenia.
But stigma, whether imposed by others or self-perceived, is keeping many substance users from trying new therapies, leading to the strong likelihood of a further decline in their mental health.
But stigma is keeping many substance users from getting help.
Preserving Native American Culture in New Haven ›
05.04.2015
Through activities such as naming ceremonies, pow-wows, storytelling, drumming lessons and craft making, Native American youth uncover and further develop the depth of their identities.
Linear Trails: Connecting People to Places and Each Other ›
04.21.2015
In Greater New Haven and north through the state's central corridor, off-road linear trails are getting lots of people moving again, while also bringing value to the economy, the environment and the community.
Transforming an Urban School System ›
03.25.2015
The RAND Corporation independent report, "Transforming an Urban School System," finds that both New Haven Promise and School Change reforms are making progress towards their goals and a college-going culture is being cultivated in New Haven public schools.
