Gahanna is setting the stage for a critical conversation on mental health with the upcoming 'Mental Health Matters' event. Designed to chip away at the persistent stigma surrounding mental health issues, the Gahanna Division of Police and the City of Gahanna are joining forces to offer crucial support and resources to the community. Billed as an open house, this event is free and gives residents the chance to connect with mental health professionals in a supportive environment.
Set your reminders for Monday, December 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Columbus Metropolitan Library Gahanna Branch located at 310 Granville St. The gathering isn't just about brochures and quick chats; it's an opportunity to meet face-to-face with local providers and organizations deeply entrenched in wellness and recovery services. Among those present will be representatives from Leora Behavioral Health, Boulder Care, and Imagine Recovery Counseling LLC, each bringing a unique approach to mental health care.
Other resources lined up for the event include Bella’s Caring Hands, Healing Without Limits, Heather Olds Counseling & Consulting LLC, and Guiding Purpose Counseling LLC. Also on the list are The Whole You Wellness Studio, Peace Rising with Karen Weiman, LYFE Savers, Mid-Ohio Psychological Services, Meadows Counseling Group, and Works of Faith Wellness and Consultation, LLC. The breadth of professionals offers attendees a comprehensive look at the services available to them, right in their own backyard.
For more details on the 'Mental Health Matters' event, interested individuals can visit Gahanna.gov. In a social media post from the Gahanna Division of Police, the event was framed as our city's chance to "help break the stigma of mental health." It's not just an invitation; this feels like an urgent, community-wide call to action to address an often overlooked aspect of public health.
