World Mental Health Day is observed on the 10th of October every year, with the overall objective of raising awareness of mental health issues around the world and mobilizing efforts in support of mental health.
This year’s World Mental Health Day comes at a time when our daily lives have changed considerably as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The past months have brought many challenges: for health-care workers, for students, for families, and for people with mental health conditions, many experiencing even greater social isolation than before. And this is to say nothing of managing the grief of losing a loved one, sometimes without being able to say goodbye.
Watch the WHO Big Event for Mental Health
On World Mental Health Day, on the 10th of October, the World Health Organization will, for the first time ever, host a global online advocacy event on mental health. At this event—the Big Event for Mental Health—world leaders, mental health experts and celebrity guests will join WHO Director-General, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, to share with the world how we can improve our mental health.
Tune in from one of WHO’s social media channels:
Wellbeing Hotline
Please remember that Benefits-eligible employees are eligible for up to five counseling sessions through the Wellbeing Hotline. The calls are confidential and provide you access to a trained counseling professional. You can also access the Hotline to help you with daily tasks such as searching for elder care, finding a financial planner, and creating legal documents, such as a will or power of attorney.
To access the Wellbeing Hotline:
- 866-522-8509 (TTY: 711)
- www.resourcesforliving.com
- Username: GW-Wellbeing
- Password: Yourlife
