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Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
New initiatives in Terre Haute for Mental Health Awareness Month
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — May is Mental Health Awareness Month and organizations like Mental Health America and local officials are bringing new initiatives to Terre Haute. Vigo County Commissioner Chris Switzer is encouraging residents to step outside and join his 'Move for Mental Health' initiative. 'Every Monday, in the month of May, we are going to get out and walk', Switzer said. 'Either in a Vigo County Park or somewhere where we can just get together and have a conversation to raise awareness for mental health.' Switzer said, here in Vigo County, many people struggle with both physical and mental health. 'We know we're ranked in the bottom half of the state when it comes to health outcomes, so we're trying to put those two things together', Switzer said. 'Working on your physical health and mental health together, in hopes of improving your lifestyle.' Mental Health America has provided prevention programs, education, and housing in Vigo County for the last 75 years. Leaders of the organization, like Raye Rauckman, said taking care of basic necessities allows time and energy for mental health. 'When you're living on the street you don't have access to take a shower, you don't know where your next meal is going to be, you don't even know where you can use the bathroom', Rauckman said. 'Having a home offers you that opportunity to really focus on the other areas such as mental healthcare, physical healthcare, and working towards goals beyond just surviving every day.' Rauckman said, during this month, Mental Health America wants everyone to know help is available. 'If you need help, ask for it', Rauckman said. 'If someone has a question or you need to know more about a place you can get services, we're always willing to help. If you need advocacy to help, get those services, we're willing to help.' If you are interested in joining Commissioner Switzer for 'Strides with Switzer', the first walk is Monday, May 5th, at 6:00 p.m. at Dewey Point. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Switzer launches 'Move for Mental Health'
VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — May is Mental Health Awareness month and Vigo County Commissioner Chris Switzer is encouraging residents to step outside, get active, and join the conversation about mental health through a new initiative: Move for Mental Health – #StridesWithSwitzer. Throughout the month of May, Switzer will host weekly walks every Monday at 6 PM at Dewey Point in West Terre Haute. These walks aim to promote physical movement, boost mental well-being, and strengthen community connections. 'We often talk about physical health, but mental health is just as important—and too often overlooked,' said Commissioner Switzer. 'Walking together is a simple way to start the conversation, support each other, and help break the stigma around mental health.' In addition to the walks, Commissioner Switzer is launching a social media campaign using the hashtag #StridesWithSwitzer, inviting residents to share their own stories, walking routes, and reflections on how movement helps improve their mood, reduce stress, and foster connection. Participants are encouraged to join the walks, engage online, and take small steps toward better mental health—both for themselves and their community. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
