The Junior League of Central Westchester (JLCW), an organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women and improving the community, joined the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) Westchester in its virtual Mental Health Awareness Walk. NAMI offers free help to individuals and families in search of mental health answers. This year it asked teams to “walk your way” giving flexible guidelines to walk a 5k or do any activity such as exercise or crafting that would be inspiring and raise awareness to the importance of removing the stigma associated with mental Illness. The JLCW Cares Team walked a 3.5-mile loop in the shape of a heart and chalked their walk. Chalk drawings on the street or path were messages intended to inspire all and send the message that none of us is alone.
JLCW President Valerie Phillips said, “We all need to know we are not alone, that if we need help, it is ok, there is hope.”
