Helpful Resources
• K-State Research and Extension has a Stress and Resiliency team that provides educational information about stress, stress management, and resiliency, or one’s ability to adapt positively to difficult experiences. Areas of focus include all types of stress and general mental health information because stress impacts all of us, regardless of demographics. The Stress and Resiliency team is trained in several programs: Mental Health First Aid, Michigan State Farm Stress Training, and QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer).
https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/program-areas/health-and-wellness/stress-management/
• Kansas Agricultural Mediation Services (KAMS) is a state agricultural mediation program that helps farmers and ranchers explore options through mediation and other financial and legal concerns. They will gather your information and can connect you with financial advisors, legal advice, and lawyers. They can also put you in contact with mental health facilities closer to your location. They can be reached at 800-321-3276.
https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/kams/
• Kansas Ag Stress is a website with many resources compiled that can help care for and assist Kansas farmers and ranchers in their well-being. You will find help with stress management, financial and legal challenges, and many other needs.
https://www.kansasagstress.org/