FHR PA Event a Musical Success

Contributed by Sharon Zislis, PA Director of Development

PA staff and consumers were an important part of the event's success

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Week, on October 2, 2010, Fellowship Health Resources (FHR) presented Myth & Music, a musical program whose goal is to dispel the many myths and misconceptions surrounding mental illness through entertainment, education, and example. Select professional musicians from Community Music School performed a variety of musical compositions created by artists who lived with mental health issues. In addition to the musical program, attendees enjoyed desserts, beverages and an auction.

FHR honored Dr. Caroline Smith, Deputy Administrator for Mental Health, Chester County Department of Mental Health/Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, with the OPUS Award in recognition of her Outstanding Performance and Unparalleled Service on behalf of individuals living with behavioral health disorders. Citations were also presented to Dr. Smith from Representative Joe Sestak, State Senator Andy Dinniman, State Representative Paul Drucker, and Chester County Commissioner Kathi Cozzone.

All proceeds from Myth & Music support services for individuals with behavioral health issues. Platinum Sponsor: Phoenixville Hospital Medical Staff Association, Media Sponsor: BrandywineRadio.com, Gold Sponsor: Cunningham Piano Company, and Silver Sponsors: Phoenixville Community Health Foundation and Robert Ryan Catering.

Fellowship Health Resources, Inc. is a private nonprofit, nonsectarian, behavioral health provider. Our mission is to assist people of all ages to improve their mental health, well being, and quality of life. We believe quality service is based in a culture of hope, respect, ethical behavior, and genuine caring for our clients and our employees. We invest in the individual and never lose hope in the potential for personal growth and recovery for each person we serve.