Former Kent County Commissioner Paul Mayhue states, "Mental illness, like hip hop, has no boundaries...We need to get the word out about how health care includes mental health care."
And get the word out they will at Hip Hop for Mental Health, a rally and benefit concert to be held at Rosa Parks Circle. The concert will feature performances by AB from AB and Coconut Brown, The Seventh, MC, Flying Without Wings, and 61Six Technique, as well as additional performances by DJ Supreme, DJ Crooked Leg Craig, and DJ Snax.
The concert will also pay tribute to Baatin of Slum Village, a hip hop artist who suffered from schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Hip Hop for Mental Health looks to raise awareness about mental illness and health care, specifically in young adults.
"Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young adults under the age of 24," states Mayhue.
Hip Hop for Mental Health will take place October 3 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The event is open to all ages and will be free of charge.
Contact Paul Mayhue at paulm@ti-gr.com or Cyndy Viars at 616-734-3197 for more information.
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