The City of Long Beach has launched a SmartScreen assessment, a free online mental health screening tool powered by CredibleMind.
Residents can access this tool through the City’s new online mental health wellness hub. The goal of the assessment is to help residents better understand their mental health, become aware of any concerns or issues and connect to resources. In less than 10 minutes, users can complete a confidential screening and receive personalized recommendations for local and online mental health support services.
The assessment does require residents to provide their zip code; however, email addresses are optional and addresses and names are not asked.
“We are excited to launch the City’s Mental Health Is Just Health campaign and CredibleMind website to raise awareness about mental health and connect residents with support resources,” said Mayor Rex Richardson in a public statement. “This campaign encourages people to learn more about mental health, support loved ones and access tools that promote overall wellbeing.”
Resources on the City’s mental health wellness hub include online, local and national services and support for different age groups, including substance use, eating disorders, veteran support, domestic violence, housing and trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder.
CredibleMind also offers additional mental health assessments and thousands of mental well-being resources, including expert-rated and vetted videos, podcasts, apps, books and articles.
Community members ages 18 and older who complete the SmartScreen Long Beach Assessment through CredibleMind by May 31 will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 gift card provided by CredibleMind. Personal information, including email addresses and assessment responses, will not be shared with the City of Long Beach, according to the City. CredibleMind follows HIPAA-compliant privacy and security practices.
“Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health,” said Health and Human Services Director Alison King in a public statement. “Through this campaign and the launch of CredibleMind, we are making it easier for Long Beach residents to access trusted resources and seek support without stigma.”
The launch of the CredibleMind wellness hub also supports the ongoing implementation of the Long Beach Mental Health Report and was made possible through grant funding from the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health.
As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Department of Health and Human Services also launched the “Mental Health is Just Health” awareness campaign focused on young people ages 14 to 24. Developed in partnership with the City’s Youth Advisory Council, the campaign features Long Beach youth participating in activities such as reading, drawing, walking along the beach, yoga and talking with friends to promote mental health and wellness.
For more information on mental health resources, to access CredibleMind or to complete the SmartScreen Long Beach Assessment, visit longbeach.gov/mentalhealth.
