ASCEND works to elevate awareness of mental health through special events and activities. Some projects/events are one-time-only and a collaboration among many community partners, such as American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: Capital Region NY, WAIT House, Warren Washington CARE Center, and others. Other activities are scheduled annually to raise funds for existing programs in addition to awareness. Building the best event requires sponsorships from corporate partnerships, local small business, and community partners.
Continuity of support enhances community awareness and connection to mental health activities… and those in the community who support them.
Warren Washington Counties Brainstorm Community Resource Fair
The collaborative event of the season is back! This collaborative effort is made possible by Adirondack Employee Assistance Program, ASCEND Mental Wellness, BHSN, Conifer Park, Hope and Healing Recovery Community Outreach, Council for Prevention, Alliance for Positive Health, WAIT House, Malibu Wellness Ranch, Warren Washington CARE Center, and Warren Washington Counties Office of Community Services.
This year there are 40 plus community partners and providers all in one spot to support brain health, mental wellness & recovery!
Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce Business EXPO
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Annual Events
Every May, we hold our Annual Mental Health Month event this attended by ASCEND staff, clients, members, mental health professionals, community partners and people from the communities we serve. It features speakers, award presentations to people and businesses within and outside of the mental health field who have positively influenced mental health.
SAVE THE DATE
Annual Community Awards & Fundraiser for Mental Health Month
Thursday, May 6th, 2027 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Heritage Hall, Harding Mazzotti Arena
Glens Falls, NY 12801
Tree of Hope Celebration
Friday, May 7th, 2027
Glens Falls City Park
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join us in spreading messages of hope, healing, kindness and support in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month.
If you want to get involved and want ribbons to participate for your organization or business reach out to Michele Morehouse at mmorehouse@ascendmw.org.
Walter P. Reichert Award (2025) – Brenna Lyons, MS (with her parents) from the Glens Falls Hospital Behavioral Unit at the 2025 ASCEND Annual Community Awards & Fundraiser.
Our Hope Tree in Glens Falls City Park, during Mental Health Month we write inspiring messages of hope and positivity to raise awareness.
Dorothea Dix Award (2025) – Warren Washington CARE Center and staff.
Mental Health Needs Community Support
If you have any questions or would like more information on our events please reach out to our communications coordinator, Michele Morehouse via email mmorehouse@ascendmw.org or by phone (518) 747-2284 ext. 229