Mental health & violence prevention
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Feeling Down this Time of Year?
You’re not alone. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can bring feelings of sadness and fatigue as daylight fades. This common condition affects many during the fall and winter months, but there is hope.
Video docuseries with inspiring & educational insights from leaders to help improve your mental health.
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Free, Confidential, 24/7 Mental Health Support
Healthy Living is Winning
Join the movement aimed at building a stronger, more equitable Kansas City. This initiative focuses on reducing violence, enhancing mental well-being, and fostering a vibrant, inclusive community by addressing systemic disparities, and investing in community development. Join us in this transformative effort—your participation is crucial in creating lasting change. Together we can WIN.
Call or Text 988.
Free, Confidential, 24/7 Mental Health Support
Community
Challenge
On Turkey Tuesday, November 26, 2024, from 7am – 7pm, the community is asked to bring donations of turkeys, non-perishable foods, and toiletries to the Urban Youth Academy, in the 18th & Vine district. The event will feature the presence of renowned personalities and community supporters.
Then, Win Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 10am – 1pm, the community is invited to participate in an uplifting event filled with positivity, motivation, and support. Participants are asked to register in advance at knowjoeyfoundation.org to receive donations of the turkeys, non-perishable foods, and toiletry items. The term “Win” symbolizes healthy living. In that spirit, beyond food distribution, Win Wednesday will also feature various sessions, including a mental health panel other fitness and health professionals will be onsite as well.
IMPACTing kc
Join us on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, from 10 am to 1 pm for Win Wednesday. Participate in an uplifting event filled with positivity, motivation, and support. Register in advance at knowjoeyfoundation.org.
Champions Promote Better Health
2x Olympian, Muna Lee and Pro Basketball Alum, Michael Watson kick off the latest campaign for mental health and physical fitness. You don't have to face health struggles alone. Team up to win. Click picture to learn more.
Put coping strategies at your fingertips. Pick up laminated, wallet cards at the KCMO Health Department, 2400 Troost Ave., KCMO or View and Print the cards now.
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Krizz Kaliko has toured the world and garnered millions of fans. Many were introduced to him through his former label, Strange Music, with Tech N9ne. Krizz has now launched his own label Ear House, Inc., but despite the dance hits and music success, Krizz has struggled for years with mental health and severe anxiety and depression. His new song, “I WIN” was developed for Let’s WIN KC to encourage the community while they are receiving the resources to WIN..
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Our Commitment to Safer Communities
Welcome to our KC Blueprint, a dynamic, actionable plan focused on creating safer communities through targeted violence prevention initiatives. More than just a document, the KC Blueprint is a living strategy that drives our efforts to reduce violence and promote peace. By collaborating with key sectors and engaging the community, we address the root causes of violence and foster environments where everyone can thrive.
• Business
• Local Government
• Non-Profit
• Faith
• Health and Social Services
• Law Enforcement
• Education
• Resident Organizations
• Funders/Philanthropic
• Multi-Sector
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