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Bridges' New Fundraising Event, Rock the Dock, Raised Over $33k for Mental Health Services.

On May 30th, during Mental Health Awareness Month, Bridges Healthcare hosted the first-ever Rock the Dock for Mental Health in Milford, a fundraising event that will help sustain the behavioral health services and prevention efforts Bridges provides to more than 8,000 individuals each year.

Over 170 people attended the event, and their support and contributions have helped raise over $33,000 for mental health services. The night was filled with great food from local restaurants, music by The Alpaca Gnomes, an exciting silent auction, and an incredible sense of community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us! Special thanks to our sponsors, volunteers, food partners, silent auction donors, and participants who made the event possible. Together, we're making a difference for those in need of mental health programs and services. Thank you for your continued support! We are already looking forward to rocking Dock in 2025!

Thank You to our 2024 Rock the Dock Sponsors

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Celebrating Wellness: Bridges' Wellness Fair Promotes Health and Relaxation for Staff and Clients



As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, Bridges Healthcare's Behavioral Health Home team created a fantastic day dedicated to health and wellness.

The Wellness Fair was a free event for Bridges' adult clients and staff. It offered a range of activities and vendors designed to promote relaxation and education in a supportive environment.

Activities and vendors featured included: YNHH mammography van, lunch provided by Genoa, Yoga by YMCA, Optimus, Fairfield U Nursing Students, UB Clinics, Himalayan Singing Bowls, Milford Health Dept, therapy miniature ponies, massages, and more.

Advocating for Mental Health: Bridges President & CEO Visit to Capitol Hill

Bridges President and CEO Jennifer Fiorillo attended the National Council for Mental Wellbeing's annual Hill Day event in Washington, D.C., in early June.

Her visit's purpose was to advocate for federal funding to bolster mental health and addiction services and discuss crucial bills aimed at enhancing access to mental health and substance use care.

Jennifer stood with fellow behavioral health advocates, including members of The Alliance: The Voice of Community Nonprofits, and met with lawmakers, such as Senator Chris Murphy (pictured on the left with Fiorillo on the right), to amplify the voices of those needing these essential mental health services.

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Celebrating Art and Recovery: Bridges’ Clients Showcase Their Talent

Artwork by seven clients from Bridges Healthcare’s Young Adult Services Program (YAS) and the Open Door Wellness Club (ODWC) were selected for inclusion in the "Expression & Recovery" book. This book, created by the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and Yale Program for Recovery and Community Health (PRCH), features art by individuals in recovery.

In addition to being featured in the book, some of this artwork is now proudly displayed at the DMHAS Office of the Commissioner in Hartford. This permanent display will continue to inspire the important work done by DMHAS. In May, our clients attended the Art Opening and Reception, where they saw their art displayed on the walls of the commissioner’s office.

This experience demonstrates the healing power of creativity and its role in promoting better mental health. Bridges Healthcare celebrates these artistic achievements and the inspiring stories behind each piece.

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