Watch: Mental Health & Disability Discussion
Conversations about disability often focus on the physical side of life — mobility, medical care, recovery. But the emotional side of disability is just as real.
In this discussion, Disability Partnerships hosted a conversation with Dr. Anna Agranovich to explore mental health, emotional well-being, caregiver experiences, and strategies for support across the disability journey.
Hosted by: Disability Partnerships
Moderator: Tamara Gallman
Guest Speaker: Dr. Anna Agranovich
Supported by: Adventist HealthCare Community Partnership Fund
In this discussion, we explore:
the difference between stress and depression
why mental health challenges may show up years later
how disability can affect emotional and cognitive well-being
practical strategies to support mental health
caregiver mental health
first steps for seeking support
Resources
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
National Alliance on Mental Illness: www.nami.org
Disability Partnerships: www.disabilitypartnerships.org
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Resilient Voices: Mental Health Through Story & Support
Resilient Voices is a national storytelling and mental wellness service created by and for people with disabilities. Through powerful lived-experience narratives, digital outreach, and community collaboration, we elevate disability mental health as a public priority. Our goal: break stigma, build resilience, and normalize mental health conversations across all communities —especially those historically left behind. Resilient Voices is more than a campaign. It’s a scalable, inclusive, and evidence-based service.
“People with disabilities experience mental distress five times more than others.” — CDC
This initiative is currently seeking funding and resources in coordination with our current partnership with Magpie Public Health LLC. Your support can make this vital work possible. We are looking for additional partners and collaborators to support this project.
