an afternoon of art & inspiration in the park
an afternoon of art & inspiration in the park
September 8 | 11:30 - 1:30 | Peace Park
Honor the anniversary of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline activation and the upcoming expansion of mental health services across the state of Missouri. Our commmunity-focused event will discuss available mental health services and their impact and feature multiple Mental Health Art Exhibits.
Graphic artist, Adrienne Luther, will be painting a 988, mental health inspired mural live during the event.
Portraits and stories from Randy Bacon's The Art of Being ME exhibit recognizing mental health will be present for viewing throughout the park.
Take a Wellness Walk through Peace Park and enjoy sidewalk chalk art pieces along your way.
Ring in a new narrative with the Be Well Bell presented as part of Burrell Behavioral Health's Be Well Community Movement.
Enjoy American Sign Language Performances and poetry along with a special announcement about the expansion of mental health services for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities.
Representatives from the Missouri Department of Mental Health, DeafLEAD, and more will be speaking on the impact of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and the expansion of mental health services.
Refreshments will be available throughout the event including drinks and free pizza from Shakespeare's.
988 is a three-digit number for anyone experiencing a mental health, suicide, or substance use crisis, or for anyone in emotional distress. It’s free, confidential, and available to all. 988 has been available for one year, and Missouri has expanded access to services like 988 to support anyone in need, as well as services for individuals within the Deaf and hard of hearing community. Bring your friends and family to celebrate with us and spread the word about this service! Learn more about 988 services in Missouri below.
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