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On Veterans Day, we pause to recognize the people who have served in our nation’s military—their commitment, their sacrifices, and the many ways their service has shaped their lives. We see flags displayed, hear expressions of gratitude, and gather for ceremonies. These gestures matter. But honoring veterans can also happen in quieter moments: making a phone call, offering practical help, listening without judgment, or making room for someone whose experience differs from our

National Hospice and Palliative Care Month “I don’t want to upset her.” “We’ll talk about it when we need to.” “I wouldn’t even know how to start.” When someone we love is aging or living with a serious illness, conversations about their wishes can feel overwhelming. We may worry that asking about comfort, future care, or the end of life will take away hope. Sometimes, we keep waiting for the right moment. November’s National Hospice and Palliative Care Month offers a gentle

Because understanding someone’s challenges is often the first step toward helping them recognize their strengths. October is ADHD Awareness Month, a time to move beyond stereotypes, challenge misconceptions, and better understand the experiences of children and adults living with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). For some, ADHD brings to mind a child who cannot sit still or struggles to pay attention in class. For others, it may be associated with forgetfulness

Home should be a place where we feel safe, respected, and supported. For someone experiencing domestic violence, however, home may be filled with fear, uncertainty, and isolation. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, an opportunity to recognize abuse, support survivors, and help people find a path toward safety. Awareness begins with understanding that someone’s experience may look very different from what we expect. Abuse Is Not Always Visible Domestic violence ofte

Autumn has a way of reminding us that change is natural. The days become shorter, routines shift, temperatures cool, and before we know it, the busy holiday season is approaching. While we often think of fall preparation as changing the furnace filter, putting away summer clothes, or tackling leaves in the yard, our health deserves a seasonal checklist, too. Fall can be an excellent time to check in with your physical, emotional, and practical well-being. You don't have to ov

Honoring Mental Illness Awareness Week, Emotional Wellness Month, and World Mental Health Day “How are you?” It’s a familiar question, often followed by a familiar answer: “I’m fine.” Sometimes we mean it. Other times, those two words cover worry, sadness, exhaustion, or feelings we haven’t quite figured out how to explain. October offers an opportunity to pause and look beyond that automatic response. Mental Illness Awareness Week is October 4–10, 2026, and World Mental Heal

September is National Preparedness Month, a time to consider a simple but important question: If something unexpected happened tomorrow, would I know what to do? Emergencies rarely arrive at convenient times. Severe weather, power outages, fires, medical emergencies, unexpected evacuations, and other disruptions can happen with little warning. While we cannot prepare for every possibility, taking a few thoughtful steps ahead of time can make an overwhelming situation more man

Earlier this month, on September 15, 2026, National Voter Registration Day was recognized across the country. This nonpartisan civic day is dedicated to helping eligible Americans register to vote, check their registration, and update their information when needed. While the official day has passed, September is still a meaningful time to check in and make sure you are prepared and informed. At True North Wellness Services, we believe that navigating life includes knowing whe

Autumn Equinox | September 22 There is something special about that first hint of fall. The mornings feel a little cooler. The leaves begin preparing for their annual show. Pumpkin everything suddenly appears everywhere. Sweaters make their way back into the rotation, and somehow a warm drink just tastes better. But the Autumn Equinox offers us something more than the beginning of a new season. It gives us a beautiful reminder about balance. ☀️ A Moment Between Light and Dark

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and remind one another of something that can be difficult to believe during our hardest moments: hope is possible, help is available, and no one has to face a crisis alone. Suicide prevention is not only a conversation for mental health professionals or crisis situations. It is a community responsibility. Each of us can help create a world where people feel safer talking about emotional

Celebrating National Day of Encouragement – September 12 Sometimes, the right words come at exactly the right time. “You’ve got this.” “I’m proud of you.” “You’re doing better than you think.” “I’m here if you need me.” They may seem like small statements, but encouragement has a way of staying with us—especially on the days when we need it most. September 12 is National Day of Encouragement, a day dedicated to something wonderfully simple: lifting one another up. And perhaps

September is Healthy Aging Month, a time to recognize that getting older is not simply about adding years to our lives—it is about finding ways to maintain health, independence, connection, purpose, and quality of life along the way. Healthy aging does not mean being free from every illness, limitation, or challenge. Many people are aging while managing chronic health conditions, caring for a spouse, adjusting to retirement, experiencing changes in mobility, or navigating los

August 30 | National Grief Awareness Day When we hear the word grief, our minds often go immediately to death—the loss of a parent, spouse, child, family member, friend, or someone else we love. That grief is profound and deserves compassion, time, and support. But grief does not belong only to death. Sometimes we grieve a person who is still alive. We grieve a relationship that ended, a life that changed, a future we thought we would have, a career we lost, a home we had to

Every August 26, we recognize Women’s Equality Day, a day rooted in history but still deeply relevant to the lives women are living today. It commemorates the certification of the 19th Amendment in 1920, which prohibited denying the right to vote on the basis of sex. It was a monumental step forward, achieved after generations of women organized, marched, spoke out, challenged expectations, and refused to accept that their voices should matter less. But Women’s Equality Day i

August is National Wellness Month, a time dedicated to prioritizing self-care, managing stress, building healthy routines, and paying attention to our overall well-being. But wellness is about much more than exercise, nutrition, or taking a day to relax. True wellness means paying attention to the whole person—physical, mental, emotional, social, and practical well-being. It also means recognizing that what we need to feel well can change depending on what is happening in our

August is National Civility Month and Don't Be a Bully Month, two important observances that remind us of the power our words and actions have on the people around us. At True North Wellness Services, we believe that respect, compassion, and understanding are essential to emotional well-being and healthy relationships. Whether at home, in the workplace, online, or in our communities, small acts of kindness can create lasting change. Why Civility Matters Civility is more than

Observed annually on July 23, National Stress Down Day is a reminder that slowing down is not a luxury—it is an essential part of protecting our mental, emotional, and physical health. In a world that often celebrates being busy, this day encourages us to pause, breathe, and intentionally make time for practices that reduce stress and restore balance. Stress is something we all experience. It can motivate us to meet deadlines, solve problems, and respond to life's challenges.

Healing Begins When Every Voice Is Heard Each July, we recognize National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the mental health disparities experienced by many racial and ethnic minority communities across the United States. The month honors Bebe Moore Campbell, an accomplished author, advocate, and co-founder of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Urban Los Angeles, whose work helped bring national attention to the importance of

Observed July 10 Living with a chronic illness can change nearly every part of life. It can affect how you feel physically, how you manage your time, how you work, your relationships, your finances, your independence, and your emotional well-being. It can mean doctor appointments, medications, tests, treatments, insurance concerns, and difficult decisions. For many people, it also means learning how to live with uncertainty. Each year on July 10, Chronic Disease Day raises aw

Every July, Disability Pride Month offers an opportunity to recognize, celebrate, and honor people with disabilities while also bringing attention to the barriers that continue to exist in our communities. Disability Pride Month is about more than awareness. It is about acceptance, inclusion, accessibility, dignity, and the right of every person to fully participate in their community. At True North Wellness Services, we believe every person deserves to be seen, heard, respec