Missouri Advances Mental Health and Well-Being with PHIG Support
Success StoriesThe Missouri Department of Mental Health’s WORKplace WELLbeing initiative, backed by PHIG funding, emphasizes the importance of mental health and overall well-being, and has significantly enhanced workplace wellness for public health staff. Key achievements include the launch of a monthly workgroup that engages Local Public Health Agencies to gather feedback and share resources, a popular newsletter on trauma-informed care, effective digital campaigns with over 1.2 million views, and the inclusion of a wellness room at the September 2024 Joint Public Health Conference. Upcoming efforts include wellness committee planning and Lunch and Learn sessions in 2025. PHIG accelerated these efforts by supporting the marketing materials (e.g., logo, brochures, posters) and bite-sized micro lessons for staff. The initiative continues to drive positive outcomes for Missouri’s public health workforce.