Discussing Mental Health for Veterans: a Worthwhile Cause

The Howard County Health Department is getting ready for an evening of providing local resources for service members as they prepare for the first-ever Good Vibes and Voices Concert and Event. The event will bring together local service providers, agencies, and the VA to offer support to service members, veterans, and their families. Jessica Fisher, the Suicide Prevention Coordinator at the Howard County Health Department, emphasized the importance of having agencies available to help with mental health, housing, transportation, medical, and benefits.

The event has been in the works for some time as the Howard County Health Department recognized the need to address gaps in services for veterans, particularly when it comes to mental health and suicide prevention. The goal of the event is to raise awareness about the mental health supports available and to provide a fun and informative space for people to come together and learn about the resources that are available to them.

The Good Vibes and Voices Concert and Event will take place at Rockburn Branch Park on Thursday, June 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. in Elkridge. The event is a partnership between the Crisis Intercept Mapping Team and the Howard County Recreation and Parks department. It is free and open to anyone in the state, offering a variety of activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Danielle Bassett, the Howard County Recreation and Parks Special Events Manager, mentioned that the event will feature a classic rock band called Midnight Run, face painting for children, axe throwing, yard games, rock painting, and more. It’s an event that combines fun activities with important information on mental health resources for veterans and their families. For more information on the event, individuals can click here.