Kiara’s Note Resources
Hear from our President and CEO, Dr. Kiara Kuenzler, on important mental health topics we face and how we as a community can use connection to facilitate hope and resiliency.
Celebrating Mental Health Month: Reflecting on the Past, Embracing the Future
A Note From Kiara
Since 1949, May has been recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month across our country. This month also marks an important milestone for us at Jefferson Center as we celebrate our 66th anniversary. It is profound to reflect on…
Moving Through Trauma: 25 Years After Columbine, Embracing Community Healing
Dear Community,
As we move into the spring, I am struck by the rapid transformation around us. It seems that overnight, our hills are turning green, trees are budding, and the cool mornings warm quickly with the sun. The shift of seasons highlig…
What it Means to be a Woman in Leadership
When I think about who I am as a woman leader, I think of the ways that I show up in this world through all my relationships. We are always “in relationship” with others, whether we are working with others to make the best decision or in consid…
Fostering Connections: The Power of Peer Services in Mental Health Recovery
A Note from Kiara
This month, I am taking a moment to reflect on the important connections and relationships that form the foundation of our journey toward mental wellness. At the heart of our approach lies an understanding of the human expe…
Reflections on the Importance of Empathy
Every year, on New Year’s Day, I spend a fair amount of time reflecting on how I want to intentionally move through the year ahead and cultivate meaning, satisfaction, and joy. This year, I keep coming back to the importance of empathy, and how fun…
Putting People First: A Visionary Path Forward
In the vibrant tapestry of community mental health, there exists a guiding principle that transcends mere rhetoric and becomes the heartbeat of our work – putting people first. As the CEO of Jefferson Center, I find myself reflecting on the sig…
Embracing Gratitude in A Season of Reflection
Dear Jefferson Center Community,
During this season of introspection, when the weather grows colder and the days shorten, it’s only natural for us to reflect on gratitude and our complex mix of emotions.
While some may eager…
Reflections on Five Years of Progress and a Vision for the Future
A Note from Kiara
Dear Community,
As I reflect on the past five years that I’ve had the privilege of serving as Jefferson Center’s CEO, I am filled with a profound sense of gratitude and pride. This year holds special significance, not just b…
Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month: A Personal Story
Dear Community,
As September unfolds, I find myself reflecting on two deeply meaningful and intertwined observances: Recovery Month and Suicide Prevention Month. This time of year holds a profound significance in my heart, and I’d like t…
A Note From Kiara: August 2023
Dear Community,
As we find ourselves approaching the end of summer, the changing seasons signal a time of transition once again. With the start of the new school year just around the corner, I’m reminded to soak in the sweet moments with my…
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