Sept. 12: Stark Library and StarkMHAR invite you to hear Elizabeth Vargas' story of recovery
Join us September 12, in the heart of September, National Recovery Month, to hear Elizabeth Vargas discuss her memoir, Between Breaths: A Memoir of Panic and Addiction. The book details her struggles with anxiety and alcohol, and tells a powerful story of healing and coping. This event is free of charge and registration is required.
Sept. 8: A Walk for Suicide Awareness
This free event invites anyone to join us in remembering, honoring, and supporting those who have been impacted by suicide. Attendees receive a special candle to use on Sept. 10, World Suicide Prevention Day.
Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day
Show your support - wear purple by day, and light a candle at night.
Save The Date!
The 2019 Conference on Opiates & Addiction will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 from 8:00am-4:30pm at First Christian Church in Canton. Follow our Facebook Event below for updates!
We're Hiring!
Click below to learn more about current job openings at StarkMHAR and within our care network.
Don't miss our September 2019 trainings!
Learn more about upcoming trainings from the StarkMHAR Training Center!
Save these 2019 dates!

  • September 5, 10, 19 & 23: QPR Training, multiple locations. Check the Training Center for details.
  • September 8: A Walk for Suicide Awareness
  • September 10: World Suicide Prevention Day
  • September 12: Author Elizabeth Vargas at Canton Palace Theatre
  • September 16-22: Stark County Recovery Week
  • September 19: Populations Focus Learning Series: Mayan Culture and Community
  • September 21: Drug Take Back Day
  • October 30: Author David Sheff at Canton Palace Theatre
  • November 13: Conference on Opiates and Addiction
  • November 21: Populations Focus Learning Series: Asian Culture and Community
You are receiving this eNewsletter because you, or your organization, works within the Stark County system of caring for children and families with mental health and/or addiction-related challenges, or because you have signed up to receive StarkMHAR updates.