We are thrilled to announce that Shannon Atkins has joined The Quell Foundation as our new Director of Development! Shannon brings with her an impressive background in sales, analytics, and operations, along with a deeply personal connection to our mission. Shannon’s dedication to mental health advocacy is shaped by her own journey. From her personal […]
The Quell Foundation is excited to announce Erin O. Smith as the Director of the First Responder Resilience Project (FRRP). In her new role, Erin will have direct oversight and accountability for the licensing and distribution of The Quell Foundation’s documentary, First Responders Sound the Alarm, the development, funding, and distribution of the FRRP training […]
This Black History Month, we are focusing on the Black Americans whose contributions to the field of mental health deserve attention. Dr. Mamie Phipps Clark, Dr. Kenneth Bancroft Clark, Dr. E. Kitch Childs, Dr. Maxie Clarence Maultsby Jr., and Jacki McKinney all made significant impacts to the field, and today we are going to shed […]
Dry January—a symbolic commitment to personal growth, wellness, and happiness. According to American Addiction Centers, over half of all American adults have a family history of problem drinking or alcohol addiction. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the transformative benefits of embarking on a Dry January journey (or any month for that matter!). We […]
While the holidays can be a time of celebration, we understand that for many, it can also bring added stress and emotional challenges. In the spirit of togetherness, we want you to know that you are not alone, and the Quell family is always here to support you. During this special holiday blog, […]
We are thrilled to share the exciting news that our Third Annual Founder’s Day is just around the corner on December 11th, 2023! This is a special time for us to come together and celebrate the incredible progress we’ve made to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness. Founder’s Day isn’t just a day event; it’s […]
Originally introduced by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross (“On Death and Dying,” 1969), the stages of grief are recognized as Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance. While these stages are not experienced predictably and linearly, we use them to better understand how we can navigate the feelings we (and others around us) are experiencing. It is important to […]
As the summer sun fades away and school is nearing, many students may experience excitement, as well as some back-to-school anxiety. Back-to-school anxiety is a common and natural response to the impending changes that a new academic year brings. From first-time kindergarteners to second-semester seniors, students of all ages may find themselves with mixed […]
At the Quell Foundation, our goal is to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health while educating the community about the misconceptions and myths that are often associated with this subject. In this blog, we will uncover and debunk 5 mental health myths. Myth 1: Mental health challenges are a sign of weakness. Fact: In […]
Doug Monda, Founder of Survive First, will be joining The Quell Foundation Board of Directors, bringing his extensive experience in supporting first responders’ mental health. Doug spent 17 years in law enforcement with the Cocoa Police Department as a S.W.A.T. team leader and undercover narcotics agent. In 2017, Doug retired after a decorated career. Shortly […]