Join DMHA for Out of the Darkness Walk on Sept. 7

The Division of Mental Health and Addiction staff are leading an Out of the Darkness Walk team to raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention on Sept.7, in Indianapolis.  Out of the Darkness is a movement begun by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to create a platform for people and loved ones impacted by mental health and suicide.  If you can’t make the Indianapolis event, there are additional walks around the state. To find a walk near you, please click here.

From now through Sept.7, there will be many ways to show your support and get involved.

• Raise awareness for mental health and represent Team DMHA by ordering a t-shirt (orders close on July 8. Proceeds go to AFSP.)
• Stay tuned for opportunities including a cutest pet picture contest, prevention trivia and more
• Register to walk with DMHA: Join Team DMHA Here
• Show your support by making a donation here

Out of the Darkness Walk details:

• Date: Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024
• On-Site Registration Starts: 12:30 p.m.
• Program Starts: 2:30 p.m.
• Bead Ceremony: 1:30 p.m.
• Walk Begins: 3 p.m.
• Location: Military Park, Indianapolis, IN

Click here to learn more, or email Angela Hitze or Caitlyn Short

If you or someone you know is currently experiencing thoughts of suicide, or a mental health or substance use crisis, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and speak with a trained crisis specialist 24/7.