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Mental Health Awareness Month may be coming to a close, but the importance of mental health lasts all year long. 💚🧠

In rural communities, conversations around mental health can sometimes feel difficult to start. Stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, and emotional exhaustion often go unnoticed or untreated simply because people feel they have to “push through it” alone. 🌾

The truth is, mental health is just as important as physical health.

At River Valley Primary Care Services, we believe everyone deserves access to compassionate behavioral healthcare close to home. That’s why behavioral health providers are available at all RVPCS clinic locations to help support patients and families throughout our communities. 🏥

Seeking help is not weakness. Talking to someone, asking questions, and prioritizing your wellbeing can make a real difference. 🤝

If you or someone you know may be struggling, we encourage you to reach out. You do not have to face it alone.

Read our newest blog here:
https://www.rvpcs.org/post/the-importance-of-mental-health-awareness-in-our-rural-communities

🚑 Today is EMS Recognition Day as part of National EMS Week

🩺We want to recognize and thank the EMS professionals who serve our communities day and night. These individuals respond during emergencies, provide lifesaving care, and show compassion during some of the hardest moments people experience.

Many EMS professionals are also family members of our RVPCS team, and today we are proud to spotlight a few of those special connections.

🌟 Special Spotlight: Daniel Rosson
Daniel Rosson, husband of Peggy Rosson, APRN, at our Ratcliff clinic, has worked as a Paramedic for both Franklin and Johnson Counties since 2008. Before becoming a licensed Paramedic, he also worked as an EMT, dedicating years of service to helping those in need throughout our River Valley area communities.

🌟 Special Spotlight: Marshall Gattis
Marshall Gattis, husband of Ashley Gattis, APRN, at Clarksville Community Health Center, is a Flight Paramedic for AirEvac 22 located in Clarksville and has worked in EMS for more than 30 years 🚁

Ashley shared:
“Everyone in EMS knows him and loves him! We can’t go anywhere without people recognizing him and wanting to talk to him. I tell him it’s like being married to a politician 😂 but even though he works so hard, he always has time for me and our five children! He’s an amazing paramedic but an even better husband and dad!”

Thank you to Daniel, Marshall, and ALL EMS professionals for the sacrifices you make and the care you provide every single day. Your dedication helps save lives and strengthen our communities. 🚑