Mental Health in the Local News...

http://www.jsonline.com/features/health/law-creates-barriers-to-getting-care-for-mentally-ill-135387808.html

As I read the article in the Journal, I think the reporter did some justice in raising awareness about the challenges of individuals living with a mental illness. However, the front page distrubed me. If you did not open it to read the entire article you would be left with the idea that all people living with a mental illness are dangerous/violent. This is not true, stigma still exists! We have to be pro-active in discussing the topic of this brain disorder. Recovery is possible, but first we have to start a conversation! We have to put the topic in the forefront just like Cancer, Diabetes, Heart Disease, etc. I have made this my life's work. Come on folks, lets talk about it!!!!!

Partnership with the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Campus

We are proud to announce that we have entered into a partnership with UWM making the production part of their required curriculum for Nursing Students, Psychology and Social Work majors!!! This is a very exciting accomplishment for "Pieces" and will open more doors for us on campuses throughout Wisconsin.Our first performances at UWM will be held on February 15th at 1:30pm and 7:00pm, the public is always welcome!!! We hope to see you there!

Watch A Trailer of the Play

Photo from the Martin Luther King Center Performance of "Pieces: In My Own Voice"

This photo was taken at the Martin Luther King Center in Milwaukee. This performance was sponsored by the Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin. This was the second time "Pieces" has been performed at the Center.