The Missouri Mental Health Foundation, in collaboration with the Department of Mental Health (DMH), is proud to present the opening of the 2023 Director’s Creativity Showcase Thursday, February 23, 2023. The art exhibit will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the DMH Central Office at 1706 E. Elm Street, Jefferson City, MO.
“Making the art available for public viewing is just one of the ways we can help reduce stigma associated with having a mental illness, developmental disability, or substance use disorders,” says Katie Andrews, Executive Director of the Missouri Mental Health Foundation. “The artwork is inspiring and shows the amazing talents of many individuals faced with mental health issues.”
The artwork is created not only for the showcase, but also as a means of therapy and recreation by people with developmental disabilities, mental illness, or in recovery from substance use disorders served by the Department of Mental Health.
The Missouri Mental Health Foundation’s mission is to raise awareness and public understanding of the many issues that impact individuals and families who are living with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders. Its efforts battle stigma and discrimination, promote care and treatment and foster inclusion in the community and the workforce. “Sharing some of the artwork we receive is one small way we can celebrate the abilities of those with mental health conditions,” says Andrews.
For more information about the 2023 Director’s Creativity Showcase contact Tynesha Bryan at the Missouri Mental Health Foundation at (573) 635-9201 or e-mail tynesha.bryan@missourimhf.org.