JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KFVS) – The Missouri State Capitol dome will shine green from sunset Wednesday, May 6, through sunrise Thursday, May 7, to recognize May as Mental Health Awareness Month and May 3-9 as Children’s Mental Health Week.
“Every Missourian deserves to live in a community that supports mental well-being and promotes understanding, hope, and connection,” Kehoe said. “Mental Health Awareness Month reminds us of our shared responsibility to foster supportive environments, reduce stigma, and ensure access to care for all Missourians.”
The lighting coincides with Children’s Mental Health Week activities held across Missouri. National Alliance on Mental Health(NAMI) Missouri and partner organizations are marking the week with awareness events and bell-ringing activities.
“This lighting serves as a powerful reminder of our shared commitment to supporting the mental health and well-being of Missourians,” said Valerie Huhn, director of the Department of Mental Health. “By working together to elevate awareness and encourage early support and treatment, we can build a future where every Missourian has the opportunity to thrive.”
Missourians are also encouraged to “Ring a Bell for Hope” by taking a photo or recording of themselves ringing a bell during May and posting it to social media using the hashtag #Ring4Hope.
If you are experiencing a mental health, suicide, or substance use crisis, or any other emotional distress, call or text 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org/chat.
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