The Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce’s (BVCC) Women’s Success Network (WSN) is proud to announce it’s participation in creating a Hope Garden along the bike path in the Town of Blackstone, on Saturday, October 4th at 9:30am. This Hope Garden planting will take place at 16 St. Paul Street, Blackstone, MA behind the Town Hall, by the bike path, in support of Mental Health Awareness.
Come join the WSN for their fourth year of getting down and dirty, to help show that there is hope for those living with mental illness. The goal is to help “Smash the Stigma” associated mental illness by planting 500 yellow tulip bulbs that will bloom in late April/early May. When spring comes, they will be a beautiful reminder that we are not alone, and that there is comfort and support out there for those who may be suffering in silence!
This effort is inspired by the Yellow Tulip Project, a youth-driven movement that is determined to be the change we want to see in the world. They tirelessly host events, visit schools and engage with communities to talk about mental illness and create that safe space for all. It is important that people do not feel alone – what they are experiencing is normal, they will be okay, and there will always be help and support available to them.
For more information, please visit our website at www.blackstonevalley.org to learn more about the Women’s Success Network and to register as a volunteer for this event. You can also learn more about the Yellow Tulip Project at www.theyellowtulipproject.org.