Category: advocacy
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Norwich Community Welcomes Hundreds for Reliance Health Winterfest 5k
Local support fuels another festive, fun, family-friendly race day NORWICH, Conn. —December 6, 2025. Nearly 400 people of all ages and running abilities gathered at Kellys STEAM Magnet Middle School on Saturday to participate in the annual, festive, fun and family friendly, Reliance Health Winterfest 5K race amid the city of Norwich Winterfest celebrations. Dozens…
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PR: Lace Up for a Cause: Winterfest 5K Returns to Norwich Dec. 6
Annual run through Mohegan Park brings music, movement, and mental health awareness to Norwich NORWICH, Conn. —November 3, 2025. More than 300 people of all ages are expected to gather at Kelly Middle School on Dec. 6, 2025, and run through scenic Mohegan Park along the Spaulding Lake Path to raise awareness for mental health…
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Reframing Trauma
Why is understanding trauma important for those who work in social services? Statistics tell us that nearly 95 – 100% of those served in social service settings have experienced trauma in their lives, specifically physical, sexual, and or emotional abuse. Many individuals have experienced trauma as children and may grow into adults who continue to…
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Spread Happiness for Mental Health Month
May 13, 2021 – This past year presented so many different challenges and obstacles that tested our strength and resiliency. The global pandemic forced us to cope with situations we never even imagined, and a lot of us struggled with our mental health as a result. There are many tools that can help to improve…
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Win Free Pizza!
April 14, 2021 – Or whatever else you may want to eat from La Stella Pizzeria since everything they make is delicious! For this year’s “May is Mental Health Month” we’re looking to spread happiness while promoting mental health awareness. Send us a picture of what makes you happy, along with a one-sentence description to contactus@relianchealthinc.org by…
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Reliance Health Recognized As A Top Workplace for 9th Year
Despite a year full of changing protocols, expectations, and imposed restrictions, the staff at Reliance Health have demonstrated their incredible skill in supporting and caring for those served by the agency. We are honored that during such a difficult time our employees have once again recognized Reliance Health as a Top Workplace through the Hartford…
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This Giving Tuesday, support your local nonprofit
November 27, 2018 – Reliance Health provides support to over 1,000 individuals each year while leading the way in mental health education and advocacy. We are building a foundation of healthy emotional and mental well-being throughout Eastern Connecticut. With that well-being comes a stronger, healthier, more engaged community. This past year was full of opportunities…