Mental Illness Awareness Week
October 1st — 7th, 2023
Each year, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental health condition. However, mental illness affects everyone directly or indirectly through family, friends or co-workers. That is why each year, during the first week of October, NAMI Lexington and participants across the country raise awareness of mental illness, fight discrimination and provide support through Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW).
We believe that mental health conditions are important to discuss year-round, but highlighting them during MIAW provides a dedicated time for mental health advocates across the country to come together as one unified voice. Since 1990, when Congress officially established the first full week of October as MIAW, advocates have worked together to sponsor activities, large or small, to educate the public about mental illness.
The 35th Annual Candlelight Vigil
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Tuesday (Oct 3rd, 2023) is the National Day of Prayer for Mental Illness Recovery and Understanding. We at NAMI Lexington honor this day by holding a Candlelight Vigil in honor of those who have severe mental illness, people who have lost their lives to suicide, those who have attempted suicide, overdosed or died of other complications of severe mental illness.
You are Cordially Invited to
The 35th Annual Candlelight Vigil
Hosted by NAMI Lexington
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Potluck 5:30pm — 6:30pm
Program 6:30 — 8:00pm
Participation Station
869 Sparta Court
We are hosting a Potluck this year!
We will be providing chicken and soft drinks,
please bring a dish to share.
Volunteers Needed!
Oct 6th and Oct 7th!
We can’t hold this event without your help!
We will need help setting up NAMIWalks Lexington
Friday, October 6, 2023 — WALK Set-up Day
and
Saturday, October 7, 2023 — WALK Day
If you would like to volunteer please contact
Julie Joseph prior to the event dates
Walk with NAMI in 2023
The power of our mission is being felt as never before. The achievement of “Mental Health for All” has never felt this critical yet closer to being realized.
It’s not how far we walk at NAMIWalks Lexington on October 7th at BCTC, Newtown Campus, but how far we’ve come to make our milestones count. With your support and high spirits, we intend to make an unprecedented impact on mental health in our community.
NAMIWalks 2023 represents a powerful chance to leave a significant mark on the local mental health landscape.
Whether you’re a previous participant or a new voice waiting to be heard, we’re pretty sure you’ll find the festivities inspired and inspiring.
This year, changing the world begins at BCTC, Newtown.
See you there!
Leashed pets are welcome!
ALL TOGETHER — FOR MENTAL HEALTH FOR ALL
#Together4MH
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