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Improving Mental Health Through
Programs and Services
One thing the pandemic has brought to the forefront is
that the investment in partners and programs that provide
mental health support has never been more critical. 49,286
While we remain vigilant in providing services for those
individuals and families affected by substance abuse,
domestic violence, depression and child abuse, just to individuals with mental health
name a few, the needs have only increased because of and substance abuse issues,
the stress and isolation brought about by COVID-19. and 23,964 affected by
With additional funding through UWCA’s Community domestic violence, received
Crisis Fund specifically targeting mental health support, services through United Way 4,995
more children and adults can begin their healing process partner agencies
through quality counseling and care. 23,864 people received counseling
receiving domestic services or teletherapy
violence services
$125,000
in grants was
awarded to support
6,145 victims of child abuse
hours of respite care
were provided to help
caregivers
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