Q.I heard that the library has programs to promote mental health. What are they and what other resources does the library have to help improve my mental health?
A. The San Marcos Public Library received a grant from the St. David’s Foundation to bring mental health support to public library patrons. The grant program is called Libraries For Health (L4H). The San Marcos Public Library and Buda Public Library are the two libraries in Hays County that have been selected to participate in this pilot program.
The need for access to mental health services is a growing concern in the United States. Mental Health America is a nonprofit group with a “commitment to promote mental health as a critical part of overall wellness.” According to their website, mhanational. org, 2023 key findings regarding mental health in America are:
