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Central Kansas Mental Health Center (CKMHC) is excited to announce its inaugural Community Block Party on Saturday, October 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 809 Elmhurst Blvd in Salina. This event is a celebration of CKMHC’s 60th anniversary, recognizing six decades of providing essential behavioral health services to our communities.
"We're excited to bring the community together for this special celebration,” said Glenna Phillips, Executive Director of CKMHC. "Addressing mental health truly takes a community, and this event provides a wonderful opportunity to highlight our dedicated partners who work alongside us to reduce stigma and expand access to care."
The Community Block Party promises a day of fun, connection, and support for all ages and families and will feature several community partners and a resource fair with information on mental health, addiction treatment, healthcare, and other services available in the region.
By bringing together community members, families, and service providers in a fun and welcoming atmosphere, CKMHC seeks to encourage open conversations that break down the stigma surrounding behavioral health while raising awareness of the resources and self-care practices that promote whole-person wellness.
Engaging games, activities, and giveaways will be featured along with Tacos el Cora food truck.
A special thank you to event sponsors First Bank Kansas, Genoa Healthcare, Bank of Tescott, Homewood Suites of Salina, Salina Military Affairs Council, and Conrade Insurance.