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Shine a Light for Mental Health | Bend News
Shine a Light: A 24-hour vigil at Drake Park footbridge starting Sept 25 at 7 PM, where community members hold light-saber beacons to symbolize hope and connection for those struggling with mental health. Organized by Hearts Unknown Education and NAMI Central Oregon, it’s a powerful call to end isolation — especially critical in Oregon, where youth suicide is the second leading cause of death. Donations fund local mental health programs, and participants get chairs, snacks, and a post-vigil DJ party. It’s about holding space together — because healing begins when we shine light on each other…
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