Calendar
Featured Events:
Mental Health Awareness Month
May 2024
14th Annual Healthiest State Walk
October 2, 2024
Workplace Well-being Conference
April 17, 2024
5-2-1-0 Summit
October 2024
Calendar of Events
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Spring Into Adventure
Big Brothers Big Sisters Match and Family Event designed to promote healthy lifestyles through a variety of activity stations. Attendees will leave with new, valuable knowledge of health and wellness that will help in achieving success in life.
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
Opening of Athene North Shore Recreation Area
Join us for the public opening of the most universally accessible park in Iowa! The Athene North Shore at Easter Lake Park was designed to facilitate recreation and engagement with nature for people of all abilities. The day will include educational programs; free rentals of adaptive kayaks, tricycles, beach wheelchairs, fishing gear and others; pontoon boat rides, and so much more.
Yoga in the Park - Marshalltown, IA
Celebrating 10 years of Yoga in the Park in the 13th Street District located in Marshalltown, IA! Marshalltown Parks & Recreation has partnered with three local certified yoga entities: Spirtied Yoga & Wellness, River Blvd Yoga, and Soul Magick to bring Saturday morning beginner to intermediate-friendly yoga classes at no cost to the community!
Back the Black - Make It OK Presentation (Virtual)
We all have a story; let’s set an atmosphere to start healing together.
Join us in the movement to Make It OK to talk about mental illnesses in the Black community.
Did you know more than 7 million Black people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition? You might not even know the signs, or realize it’s happening. But mental illnesses are just as common and treatable as a broken leg or bad eyesight. We’re here to start a movement and start talking about mental illnesses in our community.
We invite those who live outside of the Des Moines area to attend this session. If you are in the Des Moines metro, we invite you to attend our next in-person presentation on our events calendar.
In this 90 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand key messages and resources meant for us
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and knowing how to guide people to the care and support they need.
Due to the sensitivity of this topic, we ask those interested in attending this presentation be part of the Black community. Read more about the why.
Location:
Zoom - Registration Required, linked below
Cost:
$0.00
To learn more about Back the Black prior to the presentation, visit https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/back-the-black.
Healthiest State Initiative Mural Unveiling
Join the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative for our first ever mural unveiling in Cedar Rapids on May 15th!
The mural will be painted on the CarePro Health Services Building at 402 10th Street SE, Cedar Rapids. It will help highlight the importance of mental health and will stand as a permanent message to help destigmatize mental illness in Iowa.
Wear Green for Make It OK Day
Show your support for Mental Health Awareness Month by wearing your favorite green shirt, pants or other apparel on May 16.
Share a photo with #MakeItOK to social media and be sure to tag the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative to let your network know that you support Make It OK and ending the stigma!
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
NamiWalks Southwest Iowa
NAMIWalks typically involves community members, mental health advocates, and organizations coming together to raise awareness about mental health issues and funds to support NAMI Southwest Iowa's programs and services. Participants often walk together in solidarity, promoting mental health awareness and reducing the stigma surrounding mental illnesses. The funds raised through NAMIWalks contribute to NAMI Southwest Iowa's efforts in offering support, education, and advocacy for those impacted by mental health challenges.
Qigong at Sylvan
Join us among the trees behind the benches at the Sylvan Theater in Greenwood Park as we do Qigong active exercises. Qigong helps remove energy blocks and balance your Qi to support good health. No experience necessary. No special clothing or equipment required. Exercises can be modified to do while sitting. There is no charge for this event.
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
Qigong at Sylvan
Join us among the trees behind the benches at the Sylvan Theater in Greenwood Park as we do Qigong active exercises. Qigong helps remove energy blocks and balance your Qi to support good health. No experience necessary. No special clothing or equipment required. Exercises can be modified to do while sitting. There is no charge for this event.
Back the Black - Make It OK Presentation (In Person)
We all have a story; let’s set an atmosphere to start healing together.
Join us in the movement to Make It OK to talk about mental illnesses in the Black community.
Did you know more than 7 million Black people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition? You might not even know the signs, or realize it’s happening. But mental illnesses are just as common and treatable as a broken leg or bad eyesight. We’re here to start a movement and start talking about mental illnesses in our community.
In this 90 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand key messages and resources meant for us
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and knowing how to guide people to the care and support they need.
Due to the sensitivity of this topic, we ask those interested in attending this presentation be part of the Black community. Read more about the why.
Location:
RDG Planning & Design - 301 Grand Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Parking:
Metered street parking, parking garage off 3rd & Grand Ave.
Cost:
$0.00
To learn more about Back the Black prior to the presentation, visit https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/back-the-black.
NEIAWRC Big Four Fair 5k
NEIAWRC Big Four Fair 5k on Saturday June 15th. 7:30 AM start time at the Big Four Fair Grounds. Medals for 1st, 2nd, 3rd in each age groups. Refreshments following.
Qigong at Sylvan
Join us among the trees behind the benches at the Sylvan Theater in Greenwood Park as we do Qigong active exercises. Qigong helps remove energy blocks and balance your Qi to support good health. No experience necessary. No special clothing or equipment required. Exercises can be modified to do while sitting. There is no charge for this event.
Qigong at Sylvan
Join us among the trees behind the benches at the Sylvan Theater in Greenwood Park as we do Qigong active exercises. Qigong helps remove energy blocks and balance your Qi to support good health. No experience necessary. No special clothing or equipment required. Exercises can be modified to do while sitting. There is no charge for this event.
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
Qigong at Sylvan
Join us among the trees behind the benches at the Sylvan Theater in Greenwood Park as we do Qigong active exercises. Qigong helps remove energy blocks and balance your Qi to support good health. No experience necessary. No special clothing or equipment required. Exercises can be modified to do while sitting. There is no charge for this event.
Back the Black - Make It OK Presentation (Virtual)
We all have a story; let’s set an atmosphere to start healing together.
Join us in the movement to Make It OK to talk about mental illnesses in the Black community.
Did you know more than 7 million Black people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition? You might not even know the signs, or realize it’s happening. But mental illnesses are just as common and treatable as a broken leg or bad eyesight. We’re here to start a movement and start talking about mental illnesses in our community.
We invite those who live outside of the Des Moines area to attend this session. If you are in the Des Moines metro, we invite you to attend our next in-person presentation on our events calendar.
In this 90 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand key messages and resources meant for us
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and knowing how to guide people to the care and support they need.
Due to the sensitivity of this topic, we ask those interested in attending this presentation be part of the Black community. Read more about the why.
Location:
Zoom - Registration Required, linked below
Cost:
$0.00
To learn more about Back the Black prior to the presentation, visit https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/back-the-black.
Back the Black - Make It OK Presentation (In Person)
We all have a story; let’s set an atmosphere to start healing together.
Join us in the movement to Make It OK to talk about mental illnesses in the Black community.
Did you know more than 7 million Black people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition? You might not even know the signs, or realize it’s happening. But mental illnesses are just as common and treatable as a broken leg or bad eyesight. We’re here to start a movement and start talking about mental illnesses in our community.
In this 90 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand key messages and resources meant for us
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and knowing how to guide people to the care and support they need.
Due to the sensitivity of this topic, we ask those interested in attending this presentation be part of the Black community. Read more about the why.
Location:
RDG Planning & Design - 301 Grand Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Parking:
Metered street parking, parking garage off 3rd & Grand Ave.
Cost:
$0.00
To learn more about Back the Black prior to the presentation, visit https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/back-the-black.
Family Health Day at the Cedar Valley Focus on Diabetes
Focus on Diabetes host Family Health Day at the Cedar Valley Focus on Diabetes, the premier patient education event in the region. Free Education - Free Screenings - Free Resources
Walk to End Alzheimer's - Decorah
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.
Walk to End Alzheimer's - Cedar Valley
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.
Walk to End Alzheimer's - Dubuque
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.
The IMT Des Moines Marathon
THE IMT DES MOINES MARATHON ADVOCATES FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO ACTIVELY PARTICIPATE IN THEIR HEALTH AND WELLNESS BY ENGAGING, COORDINATING, AND PROVIDING COMMUNITY RELATED RUNNING EVENTS AND INITIATIVES.
SINCE ITS INCEPTION IN 2002, THE DES MOINES MARATHON HAS
PROVIDED A POSITIVE IMAGE OF DES MOINES AS A PLACE TO LIVE,
WORK, AND PLAY BY OFFERING RACE DISTANCES FOR ATHLETES OF ALLAGES AND ABILITIES, INCLUDING THE IMT DES MOINES MARATHON & HALF MARATHON, BANKERS TRUST MARATHON RELAY, PRINCIPAL 5K ROAD RACE, AND THE MERCY ONE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL KIDS RUN.
Use code HSIDMM24 for 10% off the cost of registration for any event!
Back the Black - Make It OK Presentation (Virtual)
We all have a story; let’s set an atmosphere to start healing together.
Join us in the movement to Make It OK to talk about mental illnesses in the Black community.
Did you know more than 7 million Black people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition? You might not even know the signs, or realize it’s happening. But mental illnesses are just as common and treatable as a broken leg or bad eyesight. We’re here to start a movement and start talking about mental illnesses in our community.
We invite those who live outside of the Des Moines area to attend this session. If you are in the Des Moines metro, we invite you to attend our next in-person presentation on our events calendar.
In this 90 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand key messages and resources meant for us
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and knowing how to guide people to the care and support they need.
Due to the sensitivity of this topic, we ask those interested in attending this presentation be part of the Black community. Read more about the why.
Location:
Zoom - Registration Required, linked below
Cost:
$0.00
To learn more about Back the Black prior to the presentation, visit https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/back-the-black.
Arrowhead Trail Run
Arrowhead Trail Run is a 5k marked course at Arrowhead Park near Neola, Iowa. Choose the traditional 5k distance, 2 laps for a 10k, or complete as many laps as you can in a 4 hour Enduro! Medals will be awarded for the top 10 Male and Female in the 5k, 10k and Enduro events. ALL are welcome to run, jog, walk or hike at your own pace.
Enjoy scenic lake and wooded views while you run, jog, or hike the trails and grounds of Arrowhead Park. 100% non-profit event with all proceeds supporting the Pottawattamie County Trails Association.
Back the Black - Make It OK Presentation (In Person)
We all have a story; let’s set an atmosphere to start healing together.
Join us in the movement to Make It OK to talk about mental illnesses in the Black community.
Did you know more than 7 million Black people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition? You might not even know the signs, or realize it’s happening. But mental illnesses are just as common and treatable as a broken leg or bad eyesight. We’re here to start a movement and start talking about mental illnesses in our community.
In this 90 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand key messages and resources meant for us
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and knowing how to guide people to the care and support they need.
Due to the sensitivity of this topic, we ask those interested in attending this presentation be part of the Black community. Read more about the why.
Location:
RDG Planning & Design - 301 Grand Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Parking:
Metered street parking, parking garage off 3rd & Grand Ave.
Cost:
$0.00
To learn more about Back the Black prior to the presentation, visit https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/back-the-black.
Active Iowa Package of Program Materials Webinar
The University of Iowa Prevention Research Center for Rural Health will be hosting a webinar to discuss the package of program materials developed to support future implementers of the Active Iowa Program.
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
National Walking Week - Sunday
The walk will be approximately 1.5 miles with some inclines and 3 flights of stairs. We will make our way to the Iowa State football stadium and walk over the new pedestrian foot bridge that spans University Blvd. There will be wonderful views of the stadium, ISU campus, and photo ops with Cy statues! The walk will not include Reiman Gardens, but if you would like to come early, it is open 10 am – 4:30 pm. For those who want to stay, after the walk we will go to Hickory Park Restaurant.
National Walking Week - Saturday
Summerset State Park is the newest State Park. It’s just off Highway 69/65, about 4 miles south of Southridge Mall. Meet in the parking lot as you enter the park. Many locals remember the area as Banner Pits when the site was mined for coal in the early 1930s. The walk will be on the paved scenic bike loop, which runs alongside the park’s roadway around the larger lake. .
National Walking Week - Friday
Meet at the Nature Center. Instead of walking around the lake, we’ll walk east and see where the trail will take us. Pizza to follow, for those interested. We can decide where we’d like to go.
Economic Impact of Obesity on Employers: Identifying Paths Toward Work Force Health and Well-Being Webinar
Join the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative on April 5th for 'Economic Impact of Obesity on Employers: Identifying Paths Toward Work Force Health and Well-Being' webinar presented by Eli Lilly.
NEIAWRC Vaping Information Presentation
NEIAWRC and Gundersen Lutheran will be hosting a vaping presentation with information on what vapes are, what potential short and long term health concerns, and how someone can get resources to help them quit vaping. Michelle Gilbertson Gundersen Lutheran Wellness Specialist will be the featured speaker.
National Walking Week - Thursday
You can enter the park from the south entrance at 3230 Easton and follow the park road (E32nd St.) until you come to a few homes near the intersection with Guthrie Ave, where you’ll find a small parking area. You can also get there by taking Guthrie Ave east from E29th St. If the parking area is full, there are some on-road parking sports along the park road and on Guthrie. We’ll enjoy an easy hike along the nature trails of Grandview Park on the east side of Des Moines. This will be on dirt and grass trails with a few mild hills, so choose your footwear accordingly and feel free to bring a walking stick.
National Walking Week - Wednesday
Greater Des Moines Botanical Gardens, 909 Robert Ray Dr, Des Moines. This downtown 3K (2 mile) walk will take us across the river on two different pedestrian bridges and past multiple pieces of outdoor art. Great way to see all the recent changes, such as the new skate park and East Village housing. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy lunch at Trellis (at the Botanical Garden), in the garden if the weather permits.
National Walking Week - Tuesday
Trestle to Trestle trailhead, 5300 Lower Beaver, Des Moines. We’ll meet in the parking area and walk towards the trestle over Beaver Creek. This is beautifully lighted in the evening. Please wear reflective gear and bring a flashlight for this evening walk. For additional information see AngryGoldfishdsm.com
National Walking Week - Monday
Enter at 1021 Davis Avenue and proceed on road that loops the park in one direction to the parking lot by playground. We’ll walk about 40 minutes on the new .5-mile trail and boardwalk over the pond, up the hill to the overlook and around back down to the new nature scaped playground. The uphill walk is rewarded with dramatic views of downtown Des Moines. After the walk meet at The Angry Goldfish, 2301 SW 9th St, Des Moines for lunch. For additional information see AngryGoldfishdsm.com
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
6th Annual Workforce Health Symposium
The American Heart Association’s Workplace Health Symposium is an innovative opportunity for companies to come together and learn from industry experts about creating a culture of health and wellness for their employees. Those in attendance are a cross section of representatives, ranging from HR and benefits managers to company health and wellness leaders
Senior Games Community Day
Come out to Senior Games Community Day on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex to sample different sports and learn about opportunities for adults 50+ to compete in the Senior Games.
Back the Black - Make It OK Presentation (Virtual)
We all have a story; let’s set an atmosphere to start healing together.
Join us in the movement to Make It OK to talk about mental illnesses in the Black community.
Did you know more than 7 million Black people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition? You might not even know the signs, or realize it’s happening. But mental illnesses are just as common and treatable as a broken leg or bad eyesight. We’re here to start a movement and start talking about mental illnesses in our community.
We invite those who live outside of the Des Moines area to attend this session. If you are in the Des Moines metro, we invite you to attend our next in-person presentation on our events calendar.
In this 90 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand key messages and resources meant for us
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and knowing how to guide people to the care and support they need.
Due to the sensitivity of this topic, we ask those interested in attending this presentation be part of the Black community. Read more about the why.
Location:
Zoom - Registration Required, linked below
Cost:
$0.00
To learn more about Back the Black prior to the presentation, visit https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/back-the-black.
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
Back the Black - Make It OK Presentation (Virtual)
We all have a story; let’s set an atmosphere to start healing together.
Join us in the movement to Make It OK to talk about mental illnesses in the Black community.
Did you know more than 7 million Black people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition? You might not even know the signs, or realize it’s happening. But mental illnesses are just as common and treatable as a broken leg or bad eyesight. We’re here to start a movement and start talking about mental illnesses in our community.
We invite those who live outside of the Des Moines area to attend this session. If you are in the Des Moines metro, we invite you to attend our next in-person presentation on our events calendar.
In this 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand key messages and resources meant for us
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and knowing how to guide people to the care and support they need.
Due to the sensitivity of this topic, we ask those interested in attending this presentation be part of the Black community. Read more about the why.
Location:
Zoom - Registration Required, linked below
Cost:
$0.00
To learn more about Back the Black prior to the presentation, visit https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/back-the-black.
STOMP at Des Moines Performing Arts
This exhilarating performance demonstrates physical and mental clarity, agility and mastery! With no spoken word in the show, there are no language barriers. The show has no messaging aside from making music with everyday objects. This show allows audience members to see the music in addition to hearing it.
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
Back the Black - Make It OK Presentation (In-Person)
We all have a story; let’s set an atmosphere to start healing together.
Join us in the movement to Make It OK to talk about mental illnesses in the Black community.
Did you know more than 7 million Black people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition? You might not even know the signs, or realize it’s happening. But mental illnesses are just as common and treatable as a broken leg or bad eyesight. We’re here to start a movement and start talking about mental illnesses in our community.
We learn best when we are together as a community. That’s why we are inviting you to join us for an in-person family style meeting.
In this 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand key messages and resources meant for us
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and knowing how to guide people to the care and support they need.
Due to the sensitivity of this topic, we ask those interested in attending this presentation be part of the Black community. Read more about the why.
Location:
RDG - 301 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA 50021
Cost:
$0.00
To learn more about Back the Black prior to the presentation, visit https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/back-the-black.
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
Back the Black - Make It OK Presentation (Virtual)
We all have a story; let’s set an atmosphere to start healing together.
Join us in the movement to Make It OK to talk about mental illnesses in the Black community.
Did you know more than 7 million Black people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition? You might not even know the signs, or realize it’s happening. But mental illnesses are just as common and treatable as a broken leg or bad eyesight. We’re here to start a movement and start talking about mental illnesses in our community.
We invite those who live outside of the Des Moines area to attend this session. If you are in the Des Moines metro, we invite you to attend our next in-person presentation on our events calendar.
In this 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand key messages and resources meant for us
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and knowing how to guide people to the care and support they need.
Due to the sensitivity of this topic, we ask those interested in attending this presentation be part of the Black community.
Location:
Zoom - Registration Required, linked below
Cost:
$0.00
To learn more about Back the Black prior to the presentation, visit https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/back-the-black.
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.
Back the Black - Make It OK Presentation (In-Person)
We all have a story; let’s set an atmosphere to start healing together.
Join us in the movement to Make It OK to talk about mental illnesses in the Black community.
Did you know more than 7 million Black people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition? You might not even know the signs, or realize it’s happening. But mental illnesses are just as common and treatable as a broken leg or bad eyesight. We’re here to start a movement and start talking about mental illnesses in our community.
We learn best when we are together as a community. That’s why we are inviting you to join us for an in-person family style meeting.
In this 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand key messages and resources meant for us
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and knowing how to guide people to the care and support they need.
Due to the sensitivity of this topic, we ask those interested in attending this presentation be part of the Black community.
Location:
RDG - 301 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA 50021
Cost:
$0.00
To learn more about Back the Black prior to the presentation, visit https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/back-the-black.
Make It OK to Talk about Mental Illness Presentation
Make It OK is community campaign to reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness.
Did you know 1 in 5 are diagnosed with a mental illness in a given year while 1 in 10 are diagnosed with diabetes? Yet how we talk about these two illnesses is very different.
In the 50 minute presentation you will:
Learn more about what Make It OK is
Better understand what you can do to reduce the stigma through key messages and resources
Feel more confident in talking more openly about mental illness, and helping people get the care and support they need
Location:
ZoomCost:
$0.00To learn more about Make It OK prior to the presentation, visit www.makeitok.org/Iowa.