Health and Well Being

The Extension Institute for Health & Well-Being works to catalyze positive change in Wisconsin communities to promote health and well-being. Our research-based programs are focused on food and nutrition security, chronic disease prevention, mental health promotion, prevention of substance use prevention, and access to health care. Rooted in both urban and rural communities, we’re working together to help solve the state’s most pressing well-being needs and to ensure that all Wisconsinites have the opportunity to live stronger, healthier lives.

We Cope

No matter who we are, how long we’ve lived, or our specific life experiences – we all live and deal with stress.  The World Health Organization defines stress as any type of experience that causes physical, emotional or psychological strain. It is your body’s response to anything that requires attention or action. Everyone experiences stress to some degree. The way you respond to it, however, makes a big difference to your overall well-being.  If you are interested in and would like more information regarding the FREE 7 week program via Zoom, you’ll find that information HERE

COMET

COMET™ is a short, two-hour program offered by UW – Madison Division of Extension educators for the agricultural and rural communities in Wisconsin. The program is a gentle introduction to supporting friends and neighbors in a vulnerable space to help them shift their mental health trajectory back to a place of wellness and away from the path of a mental health crisis.  Full details and upcoming sessions HERE

Health & Well Being Resources

Get connected to free, online, at your own pace mental-health resources in Crawford County. Visit the newly created CredibleMinds website here
COMET™ is a short, two-hour program offered by UW – Madison Division of Extension educators for the agricultural and rural communities in Wisconsin. The program is a gentle introduction to supporting friends and neighbors in a vulnerable space to help them shift their mental health trajectory back to a place of wellness and away from the path of a mental health crisis.  Full details and upcoming sessions HERE
Crawford County Health and Human Services Resource Guide
UW-Madison Extension Financial Education
Emotional wellness is the ability to successfully handle life’s stresses and
adapt to change and difficult times.
HERE are tips for improving your emotional health.
211 A friendly voice to talk with you 24/7/365
211 connects you with thousands of nonprofit and government services in your area. If you want personal assistance call the three-digit number 211 or 877-947-2211.
Dial 988 or visit this website.   988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
​I​f you are feeling suicidal call 9-8-8 immediately. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or just need a welcoming ear to talk to, please call the 24/7 Wisconsin Farmer Wellness Helpline at (888) 901-2558.​
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