Affirmations
As I’ve mentioned, E2 is hosting a charity Fantasy Football league where the league fees ($600) are donated to the winning team’s selected organization. E2 is matching the total to allow the winning team’s charitable organization to receive $1,200 in financial support. Each participant can pick any charitable organization in any area of life (not intended for only mental health awareness). Every week (I’m SO behind!) I will write an article highlighting each organization represented and give a brief overview of the services provided. My wife Samantha and I are honored to be able to have this platform to raise awareness and support for these deserving organizations and are so grateful for the participants this year who are graciously donating!
This post will feature Nicole’s selection of Affirmations, which is a LGBTQ+ Community Center located in Ferndale, Michigan. The purpose of this program is to provide a safe haven for people of all sexual orientations. At Affirmations, people can freely express themselves without fear of judgement, socialize with others, receive behavioral health services from the clinical team, and attend groups on a variety of topics. Additionally, Affirmations hosts monthly vaccine clinics, tobacco cessation classes, and a variety of youth and family support groups. Affirmations works within the community to raise awareness for the LGBTQ+ community.
Nicole works as a mental health therapist and is proud to serve this community. According to The Trevor Project, “Suicide is the second leading cause of death among young people aged 10 to 14, and the third leading cause of death among 15 to 24-year-olds (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2022). Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ+) young people are at significantly increased risk.” Furthermore, data suggests that adolescents and young adults are more than four times as likely to attempt suicide. More than ever, behavioral health services and awareness are needed.
If you are interested in donating your time, please check out this link: Ways to Give - Affirmations
If you are able to donate financially, please check out this link: Support - Affirmations
