If you’ve ever met Melanie Garner, you know she’s the kind of person who makes things happen and makes people feel cared for in the process. As Wraparound Services Coordinator at the Kellin Foundation, Melanie is often the first in line to help families find the support they need through our Community Response Initiative (CRI).

The 10th Annual Shea’s Chase may have started under overcast skies, but the spirit of the day shined through. Runners, walkers, volunteers, and friends came together to honor Shea’s legacy and to support mental health for all.

What does it take to build a community where integrated mental health services are accessible, connected, and a shared priority?

That was the focus of Harvesting Hope: A Call to Action for Community Mental Health, a gathering at the Kellin Foundation’s Hope Hub that brought together community leaders, partners, and supporters to explore what lasting change requires.

Math and GED tutoring is back at the Kellin Foundation, available every Tuesday and Thursday from 4–6 PM for students in grades 6–12 and anyone preparing for the GED. Tutoring is offered both in person at the Hope Hub and online.

In her work, Jean hopes her clients come away feeling understood and supported. “I want them to know I’m their advocate,” she says, “someone to help them navigate tough feelings, experiences, and times in their lives.”

Parenting a preschooler can be full of joy—and full of challenges. One moment you’re laughing at your child’s endless curiosity, and the next you’re trying to calm a meltdown over the wrong color cup. Those everyday ups and downs can leave even the most patient parent feeling unsure of what to do next.