HIV/AIDS Counseling Program Coordinator Receives Prestigious Recognition
On June 13, Program Coordinator Keville Ware, LCSW, received the L. Joel Martinez Memorial Award for his dedication and commitment… Read More »
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PRIDE MCC & HATCH-style
Around the world, people are celebrating what it means to be family throughout the month of June. Below are links to events in and around Houston, culminating with the 34th Annual Houston LGBT Pride Celebration, featuring a daylong festival and nighttime pride parade on Saturday, June 23rd. How will you celebrate?
Pride Houston events
Pride Calendar [OutSmart Magazine]
MCC is Tobacco Free
Now that our entire campus is tobacco free, it may be a good time to consider quitting the tobacco habit, since studies show that doing so can improve health outcomes. We know that most smokers want to quit and have tried to quit, and some were able to succeed with some longevity.
The Last Drag: Smoking Cessation Program
Every Monday & Thursday
7:00 – 8: p.m.
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Questions to Ask Yourself Now
Living near the Texas Gulf Coast, we all know that June marks the beginning of the hurricane season. We cannot emphasize enough how important it is to have a plan that takes your whole well-being into count. It’s important to do some legwork ahead of time and ask yourself some questions before disaster strikes.
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HATCHy's Birthday – Let's Dance & Let's Walk Together
It’s hard to believe that 25 years ago, a lesbian teen asked her church about forming a group that was dedicated to providing a safe space for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth. We want all past and present HATCHlings to walk with us this June in the Pride Parade. So get out your comfy shoes and let’s make this a Silver Anniversary to remember!
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Isolation: Common Ground for LGBTQ Youth & Seniors
Isolation affects people of all ages. Like their teen counterparts, isolation threatens our senior population. They, too, are at increased risk for suicide. Help is here. We need you.
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Let's Talk: Don't Say It, Part 2
According to Mental Health America, 1 in 4 people are struggling with anxiety, depression and addiction, yet only half ever seek help. Why is this? In addition to the cost and availability, one of the main reasons is stigma. Many people still consider the need for mental health care as a sign of weakness or failure.
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LGBT Equality: One Step Forward, One Giant Step Back
On Wednesday, May 16, the U.S. House of Representatives took us a giant step backward. In a 222 to 205 vote, the House approved a measure that excludes LGBT persons, along with other underserved communities of immigrants and indigenous peoples, from the reauthorization of Violence Against Women Act.
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Thank you, Mr. President
Montrose Counseling Center applauds President Barack Obama for his historic announcement today that he personally supports marriage equality for same-sex couples. According to MCC Executive Director, Ann J. Robison, PhD, “Of particular importance was that the president used the word ‘marriage’ in his support of LGBT equality.”