Door County Medical Center, Sturgeon Bay, 2024 Community Benefits
A Collaborative Initiative for Mental Health
In 2023, Door County faced a significant mental health challenge with a ratio of 710:1 mental health providers to population, compared to Wisconsin’s 400:1 and the national 320:1. To address this, Door County Medical Center (DCMC) and community partners introduced CredibleMind, an online platform offering expert-vetted resources on over 200 topics, including articles, videos, podcasts, and apps.
Shauna Blackledge, Door County Public Health Strategist, highlights CredibleMind as a trusted, free resource featuring local mental health information. The platform focuses on prevention, early intervention, and self-care, with data showing that regular exercise can reduce depression by 34%, comparable to antidepressants and psychotherapy.
CredibleMind’s user-friendly interface provides tailored resources, self-assessments, and curated content libraries, empowering Door County residents to take control of their mental health. The platform’s 24/7 availability ensures that mental health support is accessible at any time, with a “Need Help Now” section listing emergency hotlines and the Door County 24/7 crisis line at 920-746-2588.
For those new to CredibleMind, starting with a Mental Health Check-in is recommended. Local libraries in Door County offer free access to the platform, ensuring continuity of care across devices. Blackledge underscores the importance of CredibleMind in providing immediate ideas and resources for mental health needs, making it a valuable tool for the community.
Shauna Blackledge, Door County Public Health Strategist, highlights CredibleMind as a trusted, free resource featuring local mental health information. The platform focuses on prevention, early intervention, and self-care, with data showing that regular exercise can reduce depression by 34%, comparable to antidepressants and psychotherapy.
CredibleMind’s user-friendly interface provides tailored resources, self-assessments, and curated content libraries, empowering Door County residents to take control of their mental health. The platform’s 24/7 availability ensures that mental health support is accessible at any time, with a “Need Help Now” section listing emergency hotlines and the Door County 24/7 crisis line at 920-746-2588.
For those new to CredibleMind, starting with a Mental Health Check-in is recommended. Local libraries in Door County offer free access to the platform, ensuring continuity of care across devices. Blackledge underscores the importance of CredibleMind in providing immediate ideas and resources for mental health needs, making it a valuable tool for the community.
