JACKSON, Wyo. — The Teton County Health Department launched a winter program to support community members that struggle with Seasonal Affective Disorder. The “Beat the Winter Blues” Program is an interactive BINGO game to help people engage in tools and resources, suggestions for self-care habits, and free community events. To play, grab a card, and start checking boxes! Bingo cards can be found at the locations listed, printed in the newspaper, and are available online for at-home printing here. This is the last week to turn in your boards to be entered in a raffle prize. Complete your winter blues bingo card and return to one of the participating locations below by Friday, December 12th for a chance to win. Prizes include light therapy lamps, Astoria hot springs tickets, and more!
BINGO Cards locations and drop off boxes:
- Mental Health and Recovery Services of Jackson Hole, 640 E Broadway
- Mental Wellness Collaborative, 690 US-89 #201
- Senior Center of Jackson Hole, 830 E Hansen Ave
- Teton County Health Department, 460 E Pearl Ave
- Teton County Library, 125 Virginian Ln
- Teton County Parks and Recreation Center, 220 N King St
To participate, community members need to cover five squares in any vertical, horizontal, or diagonal row to make “BINGO.” Once you complete an activity in a square, cross that square off. Return completed cards to any drop-off boxes with your name and phone/email.
Seasonal Affective Disorder is a set of depressive symptoms such as low energy, decreased interest in activities, sadness, and changes in appetite tied to the darker, colder months of the year. Research shows healthy lifestyle habits, movement, and social connection can help alleviate symptoms.
To learn more, check out Teton County’s CredibleMind resource here for free and confidential access to the internet’s largest library of validated, trustworthy mental health and wellbeing resources. The platform’s tools include podcasts, apps, articles, and videos on topics such as depression, anxiety, burnout, meditation, and self-care. This programming has been made possible through generous funding from the Community Foundation.
