South Carolina nonprofit aims to normalize mental health conversations for suicide awareness month

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GREENVILLE, S.C. — September marks National Suicide Prevention Month, and a local non-profit is dedicated to eliminating the stigma around mental health discussions. Susan Crooks foundedWalt’s Waltz after her son Walt died by suicide in 2019. Her mission is to stop dancing around mental health conversations.

Crooks emphasizes the importance of early and open discussions about mental health.

Walt’s Waltz offers programs, including “Painting Mental Health Workshops” and “Mental Health First Aid Certification Courses.” Crooks said these initiatives aim to educate local schools and businesses about wellness strategies and emergency responses…

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