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Monae Davis, member engagement specialist with Cardinal Innovations Healthcare, appeared on WIZS Town Talk Tuesday at 11 a.m.

In recognition of May’s designation as Mental Health Awareness Month, and with the well-being of many suffering right now due to COVID-19 restrictions and concerns, Davis announced an upcoming virtual awareness event designed to improve overall health and happiness.

Titled “Moving Forward Together: Virtual Northern Region Mental Health Awareness Event,” the online session is open to residents of Vance, Granville, Franklin, Halifax and Warren counties on Thursday, May 28, 2020, from 1 until 2 p.m.

Topics include mental health awareness, reducing the stigma of mental illness and a discussion on resources local agencies are providing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This virtual event is open to the public to call in or attend virtually, and registration is not required.

Panelists include Monica Kearney, Safe Space: Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Program;

Whitney Robertson, System of Care Coordinator with Cardinal Innovations Healthcare; Arthur Payne, Morse Clinic of Roanoke Rapids; Amanda Burrafato, RI International; Rhonda Mack, Therapeutic Alternatives, Inc.; and Tawanica Bullock, Parent & Community Advocate.

To participate in the session, either:

• Visit online: https://cardinalinnovations.webex.com/cardinalinnovations/onstage/g.php?MTID=e6fd766352bffcc01ef739c21a1f02bac

Enter Password: 1234

• Call-In:

Dial 1-415-655-0003 US Toll and enter Access Code: 471 547 538

With questions or comments for the panel, please email Monae.Davis@cardinalinnovations.org or send a text to (252) 425-2857.

To hear the interview with Davis in its entirety, go to WIZS.com and click on Town Talk.