In a partnership with local mental health organizations and advocates, the City of Ames is hosting a “Community Conversation About Mental Health: Education and Resources” to raise awareness about local mental health resources and training opportunities available in the community. The event will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 7, at the Ames Water Plant, 1800 E. 13th St.

Mayor John Haila will provide a welcome, followed by presentations from representatives from Ames Community Schools, Iowa State University, and Mary Greeley Medical Center. A question and answer session will be held at the end of the evening.

“Numerous mental health resources are available in our community, but we want to ensure that community members know what these resources are and how to access them,” said Julie Saxton, Mental Health Advocate with the Ames Police Department.

This event supports Ames City Council’s goal to identify opportunities to improve mental and physical wellness together with community partners and is the second in a series of mental health Community Conversations planned over the next several months. These events are free and open to the public.