If you, or someone you know, are currently experiencing a mental health crisis and feel that you may harm yourself, please dial 988 immediately, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the U.S or see local resources in our area (ENGLISH/SPANISH).
Local Resources:
Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida: (239) 261-5405
About:We are dedicated to promoting mental health, preventing mental and substance use conditions, and achieving victory over mental illnesses and addictions through advocacy, education, research, and service.
NAMI/Collier County: (239) 260-7300
About:We are a nonprofit that provides mental health support, advocacy, and education to inspire resilience and strengthen communities in our region. With roots dating back to 1987, NAMI of Collier County is a nonprofit that has been serving the local community’s social, emotional and behavioral health needs for generations. You can count on us to coordinate a variety of programs that serve the needs of our members and their families.
PEER-RUN WARM LINE: (800) 945-1355
NAHB is looking to change the culture in the construction industry around mental health awareness by providing resources specifically tailored to construction workers, managers, developers and business owners. The initiative is financially supported by the ASAE Research Foundation and the Job-Site Safety Institute.
Toolbox Talks and Resources for the Jobsite
Free resources from NAHB and partner organizations:
- Mental Health Toolkit (Marsh McLennan Agency)
- NAHB/Mindwise Mental Health Toolbox Talk
- How to Help in a Crisis Toolbox Talk
- The Importance of Sleep Toolbox Talk
- The Importance of Safety, Predictability, and Control
- Heal for the Holidays
- Mental Health Toolbox Talk (McCarthy)
- Suicide Prevention Toolbox Talk (McCarthy)
NAHB has also published a video toolbox talk for managers and workers identify mental health issues on the jobsite. The English version is below. Spanish version and an accompanying handout.
Articles and Webinars on Mental Health in Construction
- “Why the Construction Industry is a Pressure Cooker of Stress,” World Millwork Alliance’s Millwork & More Magazine, Dec. 2021 (pg. 10)
- “Building a Caring Culture: Addressing Mental Health in the Workplace,” whitepaper
- “Mental Health and Wellbeing in Construction: Impacts to Jobsite Safety,” Harwood Floors Magazine, June 1, 2021
- 2021 Behavioral Health Guidebook, Mindwise Innovations, June 2021
- “Hard Hats Aren’t Enough: Statistics Reveal Concerns for the Construction Industry” – BUILD Des Moines, April 2021
- “Worker Wellbeing & Behavioral Health,” World Millwork Alliance’s Millwork & More Magazine, Dec. 2020
- Safety on the Job Site – Video segment on TheHill.TV, Sept. 19, 2020
- Mental Wellbeing Becoming Increasingly Important for Construction Workers, NAHB Now, June 25, 2020
Additional Resources
NAHB is a national partner in Mental Health Action Day, joining more than 1,600 leading businesses, advocates and trade groups from across the country to turn mental health awareness into action.
NAHB has joined the Construction Alliance for Suicide Prevention in an effort to raise awareness of the prevalence of suicide in the construction industry. Use the Needs Analysis & Integration Checklist to evaluate your company’s preparedness for addressing mental health and suicide in the workplace.
NAHB has also partnered with MANUAL to advance men’s health and wellness. The content platform provides livestreams on financial planning, anonymous, 1-on-1 chats with bilingual health experts and more.