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Community Care Focused During Mental Health Awareness Week

10/2/2025

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Story summary

Mental Health Awareness Week (Oct. 5-11) emphasizes community-based support in underserved areas.
Kayla Thompson, a mental health coach, advocates culturally grounded healing in the Black community via pop-up events and coaching.
In New York, Black and brown communities face barriers to traditional care.
Activists urge a shift to community care, prioritizing personal connections and in-person support for younger generations.

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Story summary

Mental Health Awareness Week (Oct. 5-11) emphasizes community-based support in underserved areas.
Kayla Thompson, a mental health coach, advocates culturally grounded healing in the Black community via pop-up events and coaching.
In New York, Black and brown communities face barriers to traditional care.
Activists urge a shift to community care, prioritizing personal connections and in-person support for younger generations.