Most of us don't like to think about mental illness and the fact that it effects children in many ways. Children of mental health patients as well as kids who suffer from a mental illness themselves are in great need. This month we want to bring more attention to these issues and ask everyone to think of something each of us can do to make a difference. A small ripple in a good direction can make huge passages and make a difference to a child in need. Here are a few suggestions:
- Support mental health groups locally such as NAMI ~ National Alliance on Mental Illness.
- Remind others to help spread awareness on social media
- Consider making a donation of a blankets or other items to the Binky Patrol earmarked for a shelter - many children are there because of a parent's mental illness.
- Contact us to find out ways you can become involved - you don't need to be able to sew or craft. There are may ways to help and make a difference. Lots of hands are needed to make what we do possible.
- Look into wish lists for area mental health assistance programs for children. One excellent local non-profit doing remarkable things for children is the Dickerson Center in West Columbia. There are many more out there. Google for more information on those closest to you.
There is much we can do and we can all make a difference. Email us if you want to get involved -
binkypatrolsc@sc.rr.com. We can do it without your help.
