May is Mental Health Month! Our physical health is linked to our mental health and being physically active for just 30 minutes a day can boost your mood and improve your health. The Lorain County Metro Parks Hiking Stick Program is a great way to improve your mental and physical health elevating your energy and mood. #MHAM2026Introducing a new way to make your miles matter.
Lorain County Metro Parks is offering a limited-edition Challenge Coin to the first 200 participants who complete the Hiking Stick Program. Featuring the 988 Crisis Hotline and a custom compass design, the coin represents both achievement and awareness.
Complete 10 hikes across six parks and submit your form by July 7 to be eligible.
In partnership with MHARS Lorain County, this effort supports the Lorain County Suicide Prevention Coalition by increasing visibility and access to lifesaving resources.
Be part of the challenge and help carry this message forward.
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The MHARS Board of Lorain County congratulates the Leadership Lorain County “Best Class of 2026” and a special shout out to our Director of Prevention Services, Tonya Birney, on her induction into the LLC’s 41st class! ... See MoreSee Less
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Come and share some time with our neighbors and friends at Gathering Hope House!Save the date!!! It’s food truck season and Gathering Hope House is bringing local vendors together to spread awareness on Mental Health.
We still have a few more spots available for food trucks if interested. Contact Sharquenta at (440)233-7400 ext 4245 to secure your spot!!!
And please don’t forget to share!!!
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