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Members and friends of NAMI
of Bristol County gathered on October 3, 2016 at the Corrigan
Mental Health Center on Hillside Street in Fall River to
celebrate Mental
Illness Awareness Week. Chapter President Brenda
Venice welcomed Mayor Jasiel Correia II who presented her with a
citation to mark the occasion. Chapter Secretary Ray Tetrault then
rang a bell for each of those with mental illness had passed away
during the previous year. Ms. Venice then presented Heroes in the
Fight recognition awards to members of the Corrigan Emergency
Services Unit and to Jessica Kryla who was honored for her service
to fellow clients. The program concluded refreshments served in the
building lobby and a chance for people to re-connect. NAMI is a
grassroots, not-for-profit advocacy and support group organized by
families of persons with severe and long-term mental illnesses. The
group offers a monthly support group to any family member at the
First Baptist Church, 228 North Main Street, Fall River, on the
third Wednesday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Click
here for a 15-minute |
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(Top row) Mayor Jasiel Correia II's arrival is announced by NAMI of Bristol County President Brenda Venice and greeted by NAMI Secretary Ray Tetrault and his wife, Janet, before he is inivited to join the group in Anita Pyatt Park behind the Center. (Row two) Ms. Venice reads the names of those with mental illness who have passed away in the previous year as Mr. Tetrault rings a bell for each one. (Row three) Ms. Venice makes some comments and then presents Heroes in the Fight recognition awards to members of the Corrigan Emergency Services Unit (Rene Garbitt, Alison Hathaway, and Ryan Hughes) and to Jessica Kryla who was honored for her service to fellow clients. (Bottom row) After award winners are congratulated, the group moves indoors for refreshments.. |
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