NAMI Broward County’s yearly “NAMIWalks” event on Oct. 5 at Nova Southeastern University raised more than $140,000. The funds will directly and significantly impact the lives of many in Broward County by aiding mental health initiatives that provide free support services to thousands of people with mental health conditions and their families/caregivers. The occasion brought together the community to advocate for mental wellness and combat the stigma associated with mental health.
Before the Walk began, participants could visit a vendor fair showcasing local organizations and mental health resources. Dr. Joe Oravecz, CEO of NAMI Broward County, and Karen Grosby, Dean of Nova Southeastern University’s College of Psychology, delivered opening remarks. Following the walk, attendees were treated to refreshments, live music, and the chance to connect further with vendors, fostering community and support for mental health awareness.
The sponsors of the event included a wide range of organizations and companies such as Northstar Financial Planners Inc.; Memorial Healthcare System; Nova Southeastern University; AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Brightstar Credit Union, Moss Construction; CHG Healthcare; Castle Biosciences; IDGenetix; HCA Florida Healthcare; Zinnia Health; Trimble; My Psychiatrist; Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health Center; Health Channel; All American Roofing, Inc.; Ricardo Bichara, CPA; Bridging the Gap Therapy Services; All Points North; House of Wellness; Hollywood Complete Ketamine Solutions; Florida Smiles Dental; Sunshine Health; Chrysalis Health; Larkin Community Hospital; State Farm; Charlie Health; Coble Builders; Humana; Care Plus; Rubenstein Law; Alpha Foundations; Carrillo & Associates; The Episcopal Church of St Mary Magdalene and St Martin; ABA Centers of Florida; Agape Behavioral Healthcare; Carelon; Henderson Behavioral Health; Mental Health America of Southeast Florida, National Youth Advocate Program and Lifestyle Media Group and South Florida Business & Wealth Magazine.
To learn more about NAMI Broward County, please visit www.namibroward.org.
