Mar 7, 2024
When I first dipped my toes into the world of advocacy, I received numerous invitations to speak at faith based mental health conferences. During one of those talks, I shared several key scriptures that helped me make it through some very dark days. A man sitting on... 
Feb 16, 2024
Bearing One Another’s Burdens: The Gospel Call to Care for Those Affected by Serious Mental Illness in Our Local Churches A few weeks ago, I was asked to share about the work of P82 at a small local church during their prayer meeting. As I spoke, I noticed a... 
Feb 6, 2024
Who are the Arizona Mad Moms? There’s a grassroots movement afoot. Actually, movement is too weak of a word. I would characterize it more like a Texas storm front with ominous clouds gathering. Mothers, sisters, grandparents, fathers, brothers who have loved ones and... 
Aug 22, 2023
Some people tell me that I’m strong. Maybe that’s why they think I can do what I do. Why Erica Stapleton with Channel 12 would want to interview me for an upcoming story. But it just isn’t true. I battle against fear every time I speak in public. When the camera turns... 
Jun 27, 2023
It’s not often that we can publish personal stories of the people we serve. That’s why we were super excited when Leslie agreed to share her story because we wanted you to know that when we say you’re making a difference, it’s so very true! I do want to mention... 
Jun 20, 2023
My husband and I host P82’s caregiver support group for families impacted by serious mental illness, but I need this meeting as much as anyone else. It’s a place to gather twice a month with other parents, spouses, and siblings to hold each other’s hands, albeit... 