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November is National Men’s Health Awareness Month, which was established in 1994. HFC is committed to supporting the health and well-being of our community.
Every year, millions of men face the reality of living with a serious physical or mental illness (i.e., various types of cancer, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, depression, anxiety, and so on). November is a time to raise awareness for men living with some type of serious illness and to help reduce the stigma so many experience pertaining to mental health issues.
National Men’s Health Awareness month is crucial because men are less likely than women to seek out preventive care, and often face health disparities. By raising awareness and encouraging healthy behaviors, we can improve the health and well-being of men.
The purpose of National Men’s Health Awareness Month is to:
- Promote early detection and treatment of men’s health conditions.
- Encourage men to engage in healthy behaviors.
- Reduce stigma surrounding mental health issues.
The following are resources to assist our community.
HFC Internal Resources
Campus Safety provides assistance, safety, and crime prevention services to the community. Call Campus Safety at 313-845-9630 from an outside phone or 9630 from a campus phone. You may also contact Campus Safety for non-emergency questions at campussafety@hfcc.edu.
Counseling Center: Counselors can help you improve your ability to make healthy decisions, provide an objective viewpoint for whatever it is you’re experiencing, and offer coping mechanisms. Contact Dr. Brenda Hildreth at 313-845-9611 or bjhildreth@hfcc.edu.
Assisted Learning Services provides accessible education to students with disabilities. Contact ALS at 313-845-9617 or als@hfcc.edu.
Employee Assistance Program is a free resource that supports the mental health of HFC employees. Here is a list of EAP services provided through Ulliance.
Office of Student Conduct and Title IX: The Title IX Office supports our community in creating and sustaining an environment that is free from all forms of sexual misconduct and discrimination. All members of the HFC community are responsible for understanding and adhering to HFC’s standards of behavior. Contact:
External Resources
NOTE: HFC provides links to external resources solely as an informational service to our community. We do not endorse or partner with these external organizations. We cannot provide referrals or any services related to these organizations. We encourage you to ask questions and make sure the support services are right for you.
For questions or more information, contact Jennifer Chapman at 313-845-6498 or jlchapman4@hfcc.edu.
