Celebrating the life and impact of Leonard W. Smith, this award recognizes nonprofit mental health leaders in southeast Michigan, providing them with an opportunity to renew, reflect and reenergize their commitment to the community.
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As COO of Vista Maria, Meredith Reese is dedicated to empowering trauma survivors and strengthening family connections. Honored as a Flinn Foundation Mental Health Hero, she reflects on her work, self-care and the power of resilience.
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The CEO of Black Family Development, Inc. reflects on her Leonard W. Smith Mental Health Hero Award and her plans to expand services, develop future leaders, and prioritize personal renewal.
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As COO of Alternatives for Girls, Celia Thomas has dedicated her career to empowering at-risk girls and young women in Detroit. Now, as a recipient of the inaugural Leonard W. Smith Mental Health Hero Award, she reflects on her journey, the power of rest and the essential needs of the next generation.
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Nicole Wilson, executive director of The Yunion, Detroit’s youth-focused nonprofit, shares how her nursing background, partnership with her husband and recent Mental Health Hero honor fuel her mission to heal the community.
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A team from Tulsa visited Detroit and learned how Wayne County’s Behavioral Health Collaborative is driving change and strengthening mental health and public safety partnerships
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Stakeholders convened to explore critical intervention mapping, focusing on early intervention and community engagement to divert youth from the justice system.
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As President and CEO, Cole works tirelessly to connect and collaborate, supporting mental health efforts in Michigan. The ‘Unsung Hero’ Award shines a light on her work.
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