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The Texas System of Care hosts statewide awareness ceremonies to recognize Childrens Mental Health Awareness Week
Health care organizations across Texas collaborate to raise awareness for childrens mental health services
AUSTIN,TEXAS, May 1,2014 The Texas System of Care, a statewide approach to improving mental health access and services to children, youth and families, is partnering with multiple mental health care organizations across Texas to invite the public to participate in regional ceremonies in recognition of Childrens Mental Health Awareness Week, May 5-9. This years theme, Stand Up and Soar, has incorporates both the awareness walks, kite flying ceremonies and other special events. Participants are encouraged to wear green clothing, the designated color for mental health. Schools across Texas have also participated in a kite drawing contest to kick off this years events. System of care is about engaging communities, said Sherri Hammack, the project director for Texas System of Care. Through this years Childrens Mental Health Awareness day efforts, weve remained consistent with our core values, engaging youths, families and the community. We invite everyone to stand up and soar for childrens mental health, especially when one in five children and youth have a diagnosable mental health need. This year Bluebonnet Trails Community Services, Williamson County Juvenile Services, Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute and other local mental health organizations will host a booth at the Dell Diamond promoting information on mental health and wellness. They will give out green ribbons to those attending the game. In addition, new kites will be collected to donate to local childrens charities.

Bluebonnet trails will present a special message on the field prior to the start of the game.

DATE: May 6, 2014 TIME: Game starts at 7pm LOCATION: Dell Diamond, 3400 E Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665 For media inquiries or more information about this event please contact Heather Ledbetter at heather.ledbetter@georgetownbehavioral.com About Texas System of Care The Texas System of Care is a statewide approach dedicated to improving access to mental health services for all Texas children and youth through strengthening the collaboration of state and local efforts. For more information visit www.txystemofcare.org or find them on Twitter at @txysystemofcare.