Celebrating Veterans Day 2024

Veterans Day is more than a day of recognition; it’s a moment to reflect on the enduring strength, resilience, and sacrifice of those who have served. For many veterans, returning home brings new battles—mental health challenges that can feel as formidable as any faced in service. By standing alongside veterans and supporting initiatives that foster […]

Celebrating Election Day 2024

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Election Day is a celebration of democracy’s power to shape our communities and improve lives! It’s inspiring to see how legislation and government can be a critical tool to expand access and education about mental health services, such as psychotherapy incorporating horses. Legislative action focused on supporting veterans, older adults, and those with disabilities have […]

Happy Halloween from HMH

Happy Halloween from HMH: Don’t Ghost Your Mental Health Have you ever been ghosted? If you haven’t considered yourself lucky. Ghosting, in romantic and even platonic relationships, happens when someone suddenly stops all interactions, leaving the other person feeling confused, frustrated, and hurt. In an emotional sense, ghosting happens when we ignore stress or anxiety […]

Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Indigenous Peoples in 2024: A Snapshot As of 2024, there are approximately 7 million Indigenous Peoples in the United States, representing about 2% of the total U.S. population. The U.S. government recognizes 574 federally recognized tribes, each with their own unique history, culture, and governance. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau and National Congress of American Indians) […]

Mental Illness Awareness Week: The Power of Community

Mental Illness Awareness Week is coming to an end, and one thing is clear: healing happens when we come together. We want to thank all of our supporters who helped us raise awareness for Horses for Mental Health and the healing power of horses. Thank You to Our Mental Health Ambassadors We want to extend […]

Mental Illness Awareness Week: Navigating the System

World Mental Health Day This World Mental Health Day, we’re focusing on the importance of finding the right mental health support. Whether you’re beginning your journey or looking for new resources, knowing where to start can make all the difference. From traditional office-based therapy to innovative approaches like psychotherapy services incorporating horses, having access to […]

Mental Illness Awareness Week: Mental Illness Myths vs Facts

Remember the game “3 Truths and a Lie” where 4 statements are given and you have to guess which one is a lie? For Mental Illness Awareness Week, let’s play a version of that game, but with a twist: it’s all about mental illness. This is a great way to learn more about mental health […]

Mental Illness Awareness Week: Embracing Life Changes with the Healing Power of Horses

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Dennis Quaid Advocates for HMH during Mental Illness Awareness Week We’re thrilled to announce that Emmy®️ Award winner and two-time Golden Globe®️ nominee, @dennisquaid, who recently portrayed Ronald Reagan in the 2024 film “Reagan” is joining Horses for Mental Health for #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek. Having experienced the bond with horses firsthand, Quaid shares how powerful this connection […]

Dennis Quaid and More Partner with Horses for Mental Health

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Dennis Quaid, Darci Lynne, The Imaginaries, Lexie Hayden and more are uniting to support Horses For Mental Health and raise awareness for mental health programs by incorporating horses during Mental Illness Awareness Week Oct. 6-12.  Horses For Mental Health (HMH) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advocacy organization harnessing the transformative power of the horse-human connection to revolutionize mental well-being. This significant fundraising effort […]

HMH Recognizes Mental Illness Awareness Week

1 in 6 U.S. children aged 6-17 experiencing a mental health disorder each year. That’s millions of children navigating anxiety, depression, and other challenges of growing up. (NAMI, CDC) This highlights the critical need for more resources and support.  As we kick off Mental Illness Awareness Week, Horses for Mental Health recognizes the progress being […]