Mountains & Minds: A Mental Health Summit to Strengthen Community – BREAKFAST FOR ACTIVE MILITARY, VETERANS, FIRST RESPONDERS

Demand is increasing for mental and behavioral health services in Colorado’s mountain towns and across the country. According to the CDC, more than 1 in 5 adults in America experience mental illness every year. Even more concerning, over 1 in 5 youth (ages 13-18) either currently or at some point during their life, have had a seriously debilitating mental illness.

Presented in partnership by the Vail Symposium, Benj Gershman (O.A.R., What Could Be Bad podcast), and the Vilar Performing Arts Center (VPAC), Mountains & Minds is a mental health summit that aims to strengthen community by elevating and destigmatizing mental health conversations. The event will be held September 13-14, 2024, at the VPAC in Beaver Creek.

Breakfast for Active US Military, Veterans and First Responders. Taking place in Beaver Creek Village at Alpine + Antlers restaurant. Chef Robert Irvine and The Robert Irvine Foundation bring the Breaking Bread with Heroes program to Mountains & Minds by providing a meal to local heroes in recognition of their contributions. This breakfast is personally curated by Robert based on his career as a veteran, celebrity chef, and long-time supporter of our military and first responder communities. Gathered around a table, our heroes have an opportunity to talk, listen, and share like family.

Must be an Eagle County resident. Free of charge, RSVP required | RSVP HERE

Mountains & Minds is presented with additional support from community mental and behavioral health-focused organizations including Vail Health Behavioral Health, Mountain Pride, SpeakUp ReachOut, Early Childhood Partners, Mountain Youth, Your Hope Center, RECONNECTED and Bright Future Foundation.