Join Open Doors at the first NorWALK for Mental Health! This outdoor event is organized by The Norwalk Partnership, Norwalk ACTS, Check In, and Norwalk Community College.
Provide information at our wellness fair table or join the walk.
More info at https://www.thenorwalkpartnership.org/_files/ugd/c800fb_66fb7320f3b941fbba4120e2b5d49d5b.pdf
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Mental health booths where you can practice coping skills, "paint your art out," get a "check-up from the neck up," and meet friendly people who can answer your mental health questions.
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Prevention booths where you can experience the risks of impaired driving, pick up Liquor Stickers or Narcan, learn about suicide prevention, and get parenting resources.
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People of all ages sharing their personal mental health journeys.
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A press conference with local elected officials.
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A 1.5 mile walk to create visibility and join together for the cause.
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The state's "Change the Script" behavioral health resource van.
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Music, art, and door prizes--and, hopefully, laughter yoga, drumming, and tie dye!
So everyone, please save the date and plan to join us on the Norwalk Green with your family, friends or co-workers, because we ALL need to take care of our mental health!
Details:
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Saturday, raindate May 21st on the Norwalk Green. Wellness Fair from 9-11:30am; speakers at 10am; walk at 10:30am.
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The Walk goes from the Norwalk Green down East Ave to the I-95 bridge and back, ending up by St. Paul's on the Green, where there is a "Hope Pray Dream" board and a labyrinth activity.
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Wheelchair accessible.
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Wear green or purple (the mental health colors). Maybe make a team t-shirt!
