ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY (April 15, 2024) – In an exciting development for student mental health, Brightn, a leader in mental wellness solutions, has partnered with Rockland Community College (RCC) to provide its innovative mental wellness planning app to all RCC students free of charge.
This initiative is a significant advancement in mental health resources available to students, marking a major milestone for both Brightn and RCC. For RCC, this partnership emphasizes its commitment to student well-being by equipping them with the latest tools to address mental health proactively. With this step, RCC establishes itself as a pioneer among academic institutions prioritizing mental wellness.
For Brightn, this collaboration with an educational institution is a first, positioning RCC as a trailblazer in integrating mental health tools within the academic environment. This partnership aligns with Brightn’s goal of empowering individuals to manage their mental health effectively.
Jeff Johnston, CEO of Brightn, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration. “We are excited to partner with Rockland Community College to offer our mental wellness planning app to their students. This partnership showcases our commitment to enhancing student well-being and providing them with accessible tools to succeed academically, emotionally, and personally.”
The app offers a variety of features, including goal setting, mood tracking, mindfulness exercises, and educational resources, designed to help users, termed Thrivers, develop personalized mental wellness plans. These tools are crucial for students to manage stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges effectively.
Dr. Lester Sandres Rápalo, President of Rockland Community College, also highlighted the benefits of this partnership. “We are thrilled to bring Brightn’s advanced mental wellness app to our students. This initiative is a reflection of our deep commitment to their mental health and places us at the forefront of academic institutions that prioritize mental well-being. With Brightn’s resources, we are enabling our students to proactively manage their mental health, which is vital for their academic performance, emotional stability, and overall personal growth.”
For more information about Rockland Community College and their initiatives, visit their website at sunyrockland.edu/socialmedia. For details on how other educational institutions can incorporate Brightn’s app, visit their webpage at brightn.app/for-schools.
This partnership is a forward-thinking example of how academic institutions and health tech companies can come together to foster healthier, more resilient student communities.