NAMI Wichita holds an annual Candlelight Ceremony to raise awareness about mental health screening, treatment and support, and to celebrate the lives of those who live with or have lost their battle to mental health diseases.
This year’s event will feature Damon Parker of the Jones Project. In connection with this important month of Mental Health Awareness, NAMI Wichita (National Alliance on Mental Illness, Wichita affiliate) holds an Annual Candlelight Ceremony to raise awareness about mental health screening, treatment and support and to celebrate the lives of those who have lost their battle to or live with mental health concerns. The free, family-friendly event, open to the general public, will feature Damon Parker, Executive Director of The Jones Project, a championship wrestling coach, award-winning teacher, and acclaimed motivational speaker who will shine a light on the mental health crisis and to help all of us remember our “why” through sharing his own lived experience and extensive nonprofit work. The evening will conclude with a Candlelight ceremony honoring those who have lost their battle with mental health diseases.
Date: October 5, 2024
Time: Doors open at 5:00 pm
Program & Service 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Location: WSU Metroplex
Room 180
5015 E 29th St N
Wichita, KS 67220
Please contact NAMI Wichita Info Line for more information.
