Did you miss your goals in 2020?

A new year brings up resolve to get things done.

Maybe we set goals to purge our closets, to make more friends or even be more organized.

Whatever you want to accomplish in 2021, self-care should be at the top of that list.

After the rough year many had, stress from the virus, the holidays and even change of weather, we all deserve time to take care of ourselves.

The 1st step is knowing you are not alone. There are many amazing resources in our community.

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health (DMH), one of our partners, offers the Community Crisis Response & Intervention (CCRI) program.

They respond to calls for service with the police department to assess, onsite or via telehealth, persons experiencing a mental health crisis.

Within DMH, the Lexington County Community Mental Health Center offers outpatient behavioral healthcare tailored to individual needs. Reach them at 803-996-1500.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline offers someone to talk to 24/7. They offer free and confidential support for people in distress, and prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. Their phone number is: 800-273-TALK (8255).

NAMI Mid Carolina, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is dedicated to improving quality of life for people with mental illness and their families through support, education and advocacy. Their phone number is 803-206-2916.

The Center for Suicide Awareness has HOPELINE, a text-in service that connects you with a counselor who offers emotional support. Text HOPELINE to 741741 to talk with someone. Their vision is compassion, readily accessible, barrier-free and sustained support for any individual or entity in need while free of any mental health stigma.

Everyone has needed support at some point in their lives. There is no shame and no judgement. Your life matters. Make 2021 the year we all put self-care first.