Depression: It has many faces…and is treatable!

According to the Center of Disease Control, it is estimated that only about 17% of adults in the U.S. are “considered to be in a state of optimal mental health” in that they can “realize their own abilities, can cope with normal stressors of life, can work productively, and can make contributions to their community”. This means that the rest of the adult population has a diagnosable mental disorder or health condition that impacts their ability to function in some way. The CDC goes on to say that depression is the most common diagnosis, affecting more than 26% of the U.S. adult population. Read More

Thank You to Field Hall Foundation!

CoveCare Center is honored to announce that it has been awarded a $40,000 grant from Field Hall Foundation as part of its Fall 2024 Grant Awards. The funds will support the launch of a new program designed to combat social isolation and loneliness among seniors in Putnam County, in collaboration with the Putnam County Office of Senior Resources. Read More.

CoveCare Center Inspires Families to ‘Film Drug Free’ During 2024 Red Ribbon Week

Families across Putnam County came together to “Film Drug Free” during CoveCare Center’s 4th Annual InspiRED events, held as part of the 2024 Red Ribbon Week. This year’s theme encouraged families to create moments of connection and creativity while raising awareness about drug prevention. Read More.

Our 2nd Annual "CoveCare Scare" was a Spooky Success!

PLEASE NOTE: EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 7th, OUR OPEN ACCESS WALK-IN HOURS WILL BE UPDATED TO THE FOLLOWING:

Prevention Inspiring Art

Our Prevention Team works diligently in the Putnam County schools, implementing Evidence-Based Curriculums to prevent substance and alcohol use and teach social and emotional learning skills. They also inspire art from the students they work with and were touched to receive this beautiful piece from a Mahopac student as a “thank you” for what they do. “This is beyond moving to us”, commented Barbara Naccari-Mueller, CoveCare Prevention Educator. “Gestures like these motivates us to keep reaching students.”

BYRNE SECURES $50,000 GRANT FOR COVECARE CENTER FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS

“CoveCare provides a tremendous amount of mental health services for the people who live in and around Putnam County,” said Byrne. “I am proud to announce that, this past legislative session, we were able to identify and secure funding to assist CoveCare in moving forward with several capital improvements needed in their Carmel facility. I am eager to see them complete their plans to make improvements that will enhance soundproofing for client privacy, and update both the facility’s flooring and bathrooms. Mental health care is health care, and it is critical we provide workers and patients with safe and modern working conditions.”

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