TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Each year Hamilton Center recognizes community members and local organizations who have made significant contributions to the cause of mental health.
The Hamilton Center awards were presented Tuesday at I.S.U.’s banquet center. Awards were handed out for several categories including volunteer, community and staff.
The CEO of Hamilton Center Melvin Burks says it’s important for others to reach out for help dealing with mental health and addiction.
“Mental illness is thick. So, what we’re trying to do is eradicate that. To erase that stigma. To let everybody know that’s it’s okay to come forward if you’re feeling mentally ill. It’s not something you are not gonna be able to run away with,” Burks said.
The keynote speaker was the Director of the Indiana Department of Child Services Terry Stigdon.
