Mental Health Fair

 

2025 MEntal Health FAir: A Time for Compassion 

The 8th Annual "Dare to C.A.R.E (Community Awareness & Response for Everyone)".

A TIME FOR Compassion

 When: October, 4th, 2025
Where: Suntree United Methodist Church
7400 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne FL
Time: 8a.m – 1:15 p.m.

 Register here

This event will feature keynote speaker Major General Gregg F. Martin, Army Veteran and author of Bipolar General, My Forever War with Mental Illness. Major General Martin will share his story about about suffering from bipolar disorder and his journey towards recovery and acceptance.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn more about the Mental Health resources  and organizations in Brevard County.

2025 Mental Health Fair Breakout Sessions

This year we are pleased to have two different breakout sessions. These sessions will feature intimate presentations and conversations by Mental Health experts on various topics. You'll have the opportunity to register for two breakout sessions when you register. 

Breakout Session 1:

A. Spiritual Resources for Mental Health Wellness | Dr. John Baggett &  Pastor Lisa Degrenia

B. Aging and Mental Health Challenges | Dr.  Kelly Dunn

C. Child and Family Mental Health 101 C.A.R.E. Workshop | Staci Wilson, Palm Point

D. Technology and Mental Health | Dr. Mike Ronsisvalle, Live Well

E. Caring for and Coping with a Mentally Ill Loved One | Mary Pat Arellano and Madison Chambers 

Breakout Session 2:

A. Mental Health Tools for Change |  Ariel Wilson-Williams, MA, LMHC

B. Veterans Mental Health Challenges | Dr. Haya Soya Psy. D.

C. Kids, Social Media, and the Mental Health Crisis | Rev. Dr. Joel Lusz 

D. How Can a Lawyer Help My Mentally Ill Loved One? | Cheryl Ward PL