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Carnival of Care
September 13, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
In response to the growing mental health crisis, Healthy Franklin County and the Mental Health Association of Franklin/Fulton Counties are proud to host the Carnival of Care: Embracing Mental Health—a community event designed to raise awareness, foster open conversations, and promote strategies for mental wellness and suicide prevention. The event will be held on Saturday, September 13 from 9am to 1pm at the Waynesboro YMCA.
Held during Suicide Prevention Month, this event brings together local experts, organizations, and community members to explore healthy mental health practices that build resilience and save lives. The Carnival of Care: Embracing Mental Health event is funded by a grant from the Summit Endowment.
Where: Waynesboro Area YMCA, 810 E Main St, Waynesboro, PA 17268
When: September 13, 2025
Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Featured Keynote
Topic: “What Are We Missing in Suicide Prevention?” Govan Martin will share insights into the gaps in current suicide prevention efforts and how communities can take action to better support those at risk.
Breakout Sessions & Activities
– Depression Treatment Options (TMS, 988, etc) – Emily Landis, Keystone Behavioral Health
– Affirmation Meditation – Kim Kriner, New Visions
– Chair Yoga & Breathing – Kim Crider, WellSpan Health
– Self-Soothing & Stress Management – Katherine Marshall, Awake Spa
– Employment Resources – Rachel Sheaffer, CareerLink
– Arts & Crafts – Waynesboro YMCA
– Pediatric Behavioral Health – Trond Harman, Keystone Behavioral Health
– Mental Health Services Overview – Lea Singleton, Mental Health Association of Franklin/Fulton Counties
– Healthy Body, Mind, Spirit – Whit Wolf, Waynesboro YMCA
– What if Mental Health Was a Verb? – Dr. Sherri Yoder, Thriving Thoughts Global
– S.A.V.E. Training – Ashley Stouffer, U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs
– K-9 Demonstration – Cpl. Aaron Huntington, Waynesboro Police Department
