On this episode of Quick 5 with The Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce we brought back Mary Cortani of Operation Freedom Paws for a second conversation! If you haven't listened to the first episode we did with Mary back in 2022 click the link below to listen and hear a more in depth look at Operation Freedom Paws itself. For this episode we asked Mary to come in a talk to us from her perspective on mental health as someone who runs a non-profit focused on helping those who are struggling find a better life through the power of service animals and community. May is mental health awareness month and we wanted to highlight some of the things people struggle with and some of the ways we all can cope with the stresses of life. Listen now to hear about what types of issues Mary and her team are tackling every day; how they celebrate every progress no matter how small it may seem; and to hear some advice on things you can do to make things a little easier for yourself and your mental health.

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**Mary and the staff at Operation Freedom Paws are not licensed mental health professionals. They do have licensed therapists on hand for their clientele but do not claim to be experts themselves**

If you are struggling with mental health issues now is the time to reach out for help. Talk to a friend or loved one or call one of the numbers below. Things can get better.

SUICIDE HOTLINE: 1-800-273-8255

VETERAN HOTLINE: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1)

Click here to hear the first episode we did with OFP!