It’s the first-ever “Mental Health Awareness Day” today (Mon,8am-6pm, Dan Patch Park) at the Minnesota State Fair, and Assistant State Human Services Commissioner Clair Wilson says more than 30 activities are being offered — many geared to children and teens. She says, “It is absolutely imperative that Minnesotans understand how to recognize, treat and recover from mental illness, and also just how to promote well-being in your day-to-day lives. Wilson says with the right care as close to home as possible, people with mental health issues typically recover or achieve stability in their lives.
Wilson says mental health crisis services are now available 24-7 throughout Minnesota. There’s also information at the Fair on mental health services available through counties or health care providers.
Officials are also urging State Fairgoers to stop by the Education Building for the latest information on retirement planning. Wilson says, “It’s never too early to start thinking about aging well. So we hope people of all ages will visit the booth in the Education Building where they can learn about aging well.” Beginning next year, Medicare Cost Plans will end in most Minnesota counties and beneficiaries will have to choose other coverage. Staff with the Senior LinkAge Line are available at the State Fair to explain the process and timelines.
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