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Being there for someone means everything. 🧡 September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Check in, listen, and remind others they’re not alone. Let’s talk about mental health. Learn more: samhsa.gov/suicide-preven…

Huge shoutout to Angela McAlarney, Director of OHTP, for proudly representing Level Up at Akron Pride last week! Angela ran the Akron Pride 5K she walked with the ADM Board in the Akron Pride March through downtown! 🌈❤️

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Angela McAlarney, Director of OHTP, had a great time at the Community Alliance Family Fun event in Medina! 🎨 Children loved the painting supplies, and families enjoyed fun activities, delicious food, and a welcoming space. Perfect weather made it a wonderful day to connect! ☀️

🏃‍♂️ Life Act’s Move for Mental Health 5K Run/1 Mile Walk is on Sunday, September 7 at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo! It’s a great way to support youth mental health while enjoying a fun and active day at the zoo. Registration is open now: runsignup.com/LifeActMovefor…

Angela M. McAlarney, OHTP Director, proudly took part in the Corny 5K on August 9th — an event benefiting the Richfield Civic Organization! 🏃‍♀️ We’re proud to support a mission that brings people together and makes Richfield stronger!

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Mark your calendars — the Step Up to Prevent Suicide Community Walk is coming up on September 21st! 🕛 Registration begins at 12 PM 🚶 Walk kicks off at 1 PM Let’s walk together for hope, healing, and connection. We’d love to see you there! Register: ow.ly/otzo50WG8w7

Angela McAlarney, OHTP Director, joined the West Akron 5K & Resource Fair on August 2 with a 1-mile walk! 🏃‍♀️💙 Meanwhile, Erin Franz, OHTP Project Manager, represented OHTP at the resource table, sharing info and connecting with the community. Great work, team! 🙌

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Angela McAlarney, Director of OHTP, joined United Way’s Stuff the Bus event to support students heading back to school! 📚✏️ We’re always grateful for opportunities to give back and stand alongside partners like United Way to make a real impact for local youth!

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Angela M. McAlarney, MSW, LISW-S, Director of OHTP, recently attended The 2025 Training Institutes hosted by UConn’s Innovations Institute. It was an energizing event filled with meaningful conversations and collaboration around youth and family wellness!

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Mark your calendars! 📅 Join Akron Children’s & Summa Health for the FREE Mother, Baby & Family Health Fair on July 26th, 10 AM – 1 PM in downtown Akron! 🎉 Fun activities, food trucks, and health services await. Everyone’s welcome — parking is free!

Angela McAlarney, OHTP Director, attended the Race to Restore 5K with friends & CJ Marcano, Outreach Ambassador for Restore Addiction Recovery! This organization offers a free, 12-month program with a clear vision to help men break free from addiction. restoreaddictionrecovery.com

Thanks to @AngelaMcAlarney and @KathyLoughry for representing Level Up & Bellefaire at The Choices Whole Health Fair! 🎨 Our booth featured rock painting and wreath making, inviting attendees to create and connect!

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Our very own Kathy Loughry, Youth & Young Adult Coordinator, had an awesome time at the Middlebury Festival on June 13! 🎉 Big thanks to the East Akron Neighborhood Development Corp. for putting on such a fun and meaningful event in honor of NeighborWorks Week!

We’re excited to introduce Angela McAlarney, Director of the Ohio Healthy Transitions Project for Medina and Summit counties! Angela’s commitment doesn’t stop at the office! To raise awareness and give back to local causes, she recently participated in two community 5Ks!

🌱 When mental health and substance use challenges overlap, integrated care can make all the difference. By addressing both needs together, we create space for healing, connection, and lasting recovery—because no one should face it alone. 💚 Learn more: samhsa.gov/resource/ebp/i…

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year from the Level Up team! We hope you have a safe & happy start to your 2025.

Sending warm holiday wishes from the Level Up team! We hope your day is filled with happiness, laughter, and cherished moments with your loved ones.

The Emergency Overnight Shelter will be open this Friday night, December 13th. The Emergency Overnight Shelter is typically open on Wednesday and Thursday nights, but due to colder weather than expected, it will be open an additional night!

Let's get in the holiday spirit! Shelter Care Inc. will be hosting a Christmas Dinner next Wednesday, December 18th from 3PM - 7PM! Come join us for some delicious holiday food as we work together to support and empower homeless and at-risk youth! ❄️

Our wonderful LevelUp Youth & Young Adult Coordinator, Imani Lucas, will be out in the community all December long! She’s kicking things off this Thursday, December 12th! Keep an eye out for Imani this month and check her schedule to see where she will be. 😊