The care packages will include a variety of tools aimed at promoting healthy coping strategies. One of the central components is an 80-page magazine created by the Behavioral Health Reimagined team, featuring educational content on topics such as burnout and social media use, as well as interactive activities like coloring pages, word searches and sudoku. The magazine also includes coping strategies and a list of local mental health resources.
Additional items may include journals, stress balls, mindfulness cards, fidget tools and other grounding items. Some products have been sourced through partnerships with mental health-focused companies, including tools designed to reduce harmful behaviors and encourage mindfulness.
“Our goal is to include as many effective, healthy tools as possible to support grounding, coping and mindfulness,” Martin said.
The organization hopes to assemble between 30 and 50 care packages through a combination of donated items and monetary contributions.
Community members can drop off donations at the Behavioral Health Reimagined office, located at 314 Canyon Park Drive in Pelham, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. between Monday, April 13 and Friday, May 22. Donations will also be accepted at a fundraising event, “Tattoos for a Cause,” on Saturday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., held in partnership with Living Water Art Studio. Proceeds from the event will go toward producing the educational materials included in the packages.
Items most needed include colored pencils or markers, sour candy, bubbles and fidget toys, though other contributions such as coloring books, journals, hygiene products and additional grounding tools are also accepted.
Beyond donations, Martin emphasized that community awareness and conversation are key components of the initiative’s success.
“Simply spreading the word is incredibly impactful,” she said. “Another meaningful way to support this effort is by encouraging open conversations around mental health. In order to truly strengthen our community, it’s essential that we work together to break the stigma.”
As the drive approaches, Martin said every contribution—big or small—can make a difference.
“Your support truly makes a difference to someone in your immediate area,” she said. “The more people we have involved in promoting mental health awareness, the greater impact we can create together.”