GPD Mental Health Awareness Patch to support the work of the Grinnell Area Mental Health Consortium

Grinnell Police Sergeant Ben Smith wearing the Mental Health Awareness Patch in support of Mental Health Month. The patches are available for $10 at the Grinnell Police Department. The money will be used to support the Grinnell Area Mental Health Consortium.

     The month of May is designated as Mental Health Awareness Month, and this year the Grinnell Police Department will be partnering with the Grinnell Area Mental Health Consortium to raise funds for their community-based organization.
        Starting the week of May 9, the Grinnell Police Department will be selling a specialty police patch designed to bring awareness to this issue. The patches will be on sale at the Grinnell Police Department, and the proceeds from the sales will go to the Grinnell Area Mental Health Consortium. Grinnell Police Officers have the option to purchase and wear these special shoulder patches during the month of May as a way to contribute and advertise this program.
         From the Grinnell Area Mental Health Consortium: The purpose of the Grinnell Area Mental Health Consortium is to serve those in Poweshiek County area with mental health needs by providing financial assistance support, convening groups around mental health needs and advocating for those in need. They provide financial assistance to residents who need mental health support who would otherwise be unable to obtain it. They also support area educational endeavors in the areas of mental health and substance abuse.
            This project was spearheaded by Grinnell Police Sergeant Ben Smith.
        Members of the public interested in purchasing one of the patches can stop by the Grinnell Police Department and purchase them for $10 each, by either cash or check.