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Posted on: April 29, 2016

Chester County Observes National Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month

Each May, Chester County recognizes National Mental Health Awareness Month with activities aimed at increasing the public’s awareness and understanding about mental health and recovery.

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Chester County selected national Healthy Community finalist

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Chester County Color 5k to raise funds to fight opioid and heroin addiction

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