Christine needs help to repair her mental health!

Christine has been struggling with severe depression and anxiety which has been compounded over the last year or so by some medical issues including a life-altering surgery and the death of some friends and family members, including one of her closest friends. She is seeing therapists, following their advice, taking medication, and trying to get a more comprehensive diagnosis so she can make sure she is getting the help she needs. Despite the help she is receiving, Christine has been suffering from panic attacks, mental breakdowns and suicidal ideations.

Anyone that has spent any significant time around Christine probably knows that Christine gives generously of herself to everyone she cares about. She has been prioritizing the care of her mother and nephew over her own mental health needs. During the last year when Christine has shared her struggles with mental health, many of us have said, "I'm here for you," or "How can I help/support you?" This is an answer. She has been asking for help for months. Now is the time for us to step up and give Christine the support she has been asking for. She needs a mental health retreat and enough money to cover her bills while she takes a leave of absence from work to take one.

She has found a place that provides mental health retreats (with trained staff) and wants to spend a significant amount of time at the center taking time getting her mental health needs met.

With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, this is the perfect time to step up and raise funds to help Christine get her mental health back on track. Let's be the light in her darkness. Thank you.