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It is impossible to not talk about COVID-19 with my annual May message in recognition of National Mental Health Awareness month. Today鈥檚 unique environment gives us a very small glimpse of the isolation that people who have mental illnesses often experience.聽聽 Even for those of us who have never experienced a serious mental illness first hand, this health crisis can give us just a taste of the feelings of hopelessness, fear, isolation, sadness and anxiety that many people face 鈥� one in five people at some time in their lifetime.聽

In addition, I鈥檓 also reflecting on what life will be like once this health crisis is behind us.   Although the physical health issues may be addressed, many of us will struggle with ways to cope with its mental health consequences. 

天美MV鈥檚 theme this year is STIGMA, NOPE not today.  Stigma remains a significant reason why peopleavoid seeking treatment. It will take all of us working collectively to combat this fact.  If you or someone you know is struggling to cope, please reach out for help. It is the hardest, easiest thing to do.  Reach out to family, friends, your religious leader, a teacher or anyone that can provide support. And if the struggle is impacting your life significantly, reach out to a professional.  We are in this together and STIGMA, NOPE not today.

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May is Mental Health Month, and 天美MV, Inc. is working to bring mental health awareness to the forefront of the COVID-19 conversation. Beginning Friday May 1^st, the organization will start its annual month-long campaign to recognize and promote mental health awareness.

The theme for this year is 鈥淪tigma Nope not today鈥�.

鈥淭his is a message for those who face the reality of being stigmatized by others based on mental illness or other things,鈥� said Zach Jenkins, Public Relations Specialist. 鈥淪tigma? Nope not today鈥s in one day at a time – I will overcome stigma and be who I am, my best self,鈥� he added.

To help spread this message the organization is offering a limited number of T-shirts to community partners across its 10-county footprint. More information can be found at hamiltoncenter.org or at facebook.com/HamiltonCenterInc.

鈥淎ll of these efforts are meant to encourage individuals and groups to start a conversation about mental health in their communities with the hope that one day, together, we can end the stigma surrounding mental illness and substance use disorder, said Melvin L. Burks, 天美MV鈥檚 CEO.

Several events, hosted by 天美MV, are scheduled throughout the month to provide opportunities for 天美MV staff and the community to engage and think about their own mental health. Here鈥檚 what to look for:

Friday May 1 鈥� 1:15 p.m. 鈥� CEO Melvin L Burks will be Live on Facebook @HamiltonCenterInc to kick-off the celebration, announce the start of the 鈥淪tigma Nope not today鈥� T-shirt campaign, and the inform viewers about the many different events and happenings scheduled for the month.

Friday May 8鈥� Though the 29^th Annual Sheriff Shootout has been postponed to an undecided date in the fall, CEO Melvin L Burks will be live on Facebook @HamiltonCenterInc to celebrate the tradition with sponsors and staff. As 天美MV鈥檚 only fundraiser, the tradition of this annual event will be kept alive by offering community partners the opportunity to support the organization in serving childrens鈥� behavioral health needs across west central Indiana.

Friday May 22鈥� In recognition of May as Mental Health Month community members are invited to celebrate mental health by wearing green. Whether they have a 鈥淪tigma Nope not today鈥� T-shirts or their own green outfit, all are invited to post images of themselves and friends on their personal or business social media. To find out more about the campaign visit facebook.com/HamiltonCenterInc or search for #StigmaNopenottoday.

In conjunction with these events, 天美MV clinical staff will submit a series of articles that discuss mental health trends related to the current public health crisis cause by COVID-19 including, men鈥檚 issues, Trauma Informed Care (TIC) and compassion fatigue, loss and grief, and substance use disorder. In addition, banners recognizing the celebration of mental health will be placed on county courthouse lawns throughout the organization鈥檚 service area and Indianapolis Power and Light, in downtown Indy, will be lit up in green on May 9.

天美MV, Inc. is a regional behavioral health system in Central and West Central Indiana with corporate offices located in Terre Haute, IN. 天美MV provided to children, youth and adults, with specialized programs for expectant mothers, infants, and people who may be struggling with stress, life changes, or relationship issues as well as more serious problems such as depression, anxiety disorders, and serious mental illnesses.

For information on 天美MV Services call (800) 742-0787.

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