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??Congratulations--and thank you--to everyone who ran or walked in the weekend's Oktoberfest races. ?? We had a record 342 people registered! A huge thank you to everyone who volunteered, cheered on runners, or participated in any way. In the 5K, Isaac Rodriguez finished first overall male, at 19:58:34. Samantha Crawford was the top overall female finisher at 21:29:81. Taylor Christianson of Birmingham came in first in the 10K at 42:10:36; Mary Kendrick Christianson earned the first-place prize for that race with 50:23:26. Here are a few pictures. More to come! Thank you for connecting your community to health and well-being.

Daelyn, our National Grants Manager, cannot put "Hidden Valley Road" down. Can you? Don't miss our next WellRead book club to discuss this fascinatingly true story that highlights the clinical and scientific challenges of schizophrenia. Register for the October 17th event. It starts at 6pm at HudsonAlpha. (Pick up your copy at Snail on the Wall today!) https://lnkd.in/e6PvutbB

Thanks to Honest Coffee ??? for promoting Suicide Prevention Month, and donating a portion of proceeds from the “Ginger Spice Split” beverage will donate 10% to WellStone services.??Together, we can make a difference. ?? PS, the promotion runs through Monday, Sept. 30th ??? Caleb and his team are waiting for you ??. #suicideprevention #hopeandhealing #philanthropy #community

Last Thursday was a busy one for Governor Kay Ivey. After our Ribbon Cutting, she headed back to Montgomery, where she signed a proclamation for Suicide Prevention Month. Thanks to WellStone's Sophie Rogers, Access to Care coordinator, for being part of the special ceremony. #mentalhealth #suicideprevention #hopeandhealing

ALBUM DROP! ?? Check out photos ?? from the WellStone Emergency Services Pediatric Unit ribbon cutting. ??Because when our kids are in crisis, shouldn't we keep them close to home? ?? #mentalhealth #pediatrics https://lnkd.in/e3YqbecT

What a day! The ribbon is cut ????. More pictures to come, but here's a glimpse of the energy and excitement at WellStone's new Pediatric Crisis Care Center. ??The 24-bed, 12,000 sq. foot facility is not yet open to patients, but we expect to start serving kids (12 - 18 to start) in crisis by the end of the month. Thank you to Governor Ivey, Commissioner Boswell, Speaker Ledbetter, Rep. Reynolds, state and local leaders, friends, supporters, and advocates for showing up today. ??

Ribbon cutting today. ?? No more renderings. The real deal. ?? Opening for clients expected in the weeks ahead. ??

As Suicide Prevention Month continues, WellStone staffers spent the weekend raising awareness at three different events. Laurin Mitchell, MSW, talked to the local GFWC Juniorettes about what they can do should they find a friend in crisis. Melissa Caldwell rallied the troops at Dee's Freedom Walk, coordinated by Dr. Cubeon Washington in honor of her mother, who died by suicide in 2010. And finally, the St. Stephen's 3rd annual suicide vigil and labyrinth walk. Remember, you are not alone. ?? If you are struggling with self-defeating, hopeless thoughts or suicidal ideations, call the 9-8-8 Lifeline.

WellStone is hiring!! ?? Join us Monday, September 16th, for a job fair highlighting new career opportunities, plus sign-on bonuses for eligible positions ??. Don't miss this chance to earn a paycheck with purpose. On-site interviews available. Come our new admin office at 1131 Eagletree Lane, just off Balmoral Drive. See you next week!?? #hiring #healthcare #mentalhealth #recovery #makeadifference

Thank you, BlueHalo, for including WellStone in Friday's "YOU ARE NOT ALONE" night at the Rocket City Trash Panda's game Friday. We enjoyed sharing space with our fellow nonprofit, Still Serving Veterans, and event partners, like WellStone neighbor & supporter, Torch Technologies, Inc. It is an honor to remind our cherished #Veterans that they are not alone. Ever. ?????? #veterans #mentalhealth #recovery #suicideprevention #youarenotalone