WATCH: Talisman Foundation celebrates hope and recovery at Mental Health Awareness Day
The Hill-based rehabilitation centre welcomed residents, guests and Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness Faith Mazibuko as it reaffirmed its commitment to rebuilding and supporting people living with mental health conditions.
The Talisman Foundation, a long-term psychosocial rehabilitation centre in The Hill, hosted a Mental Health Awareness Day, bringing together residents, guests and the community to celebrate hope, understanding and the importance of mental health.
The event provided a platform for people living with mental health conditions to share their personal experiences and offer encouraging messages, reminding everyone that recovery, support and acceptance are possible.
A performance by the Talisman Foundation choir brought warmth and inspiration to the occasion.
Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness Faith Mazibuko joined the event in support of mental health awareness and the importance of community-based care.
Determined to rebuild
The day was particularly significant for the foundation, which has faced an extremely challenging period and was recently at risk of closure.
Despite these difficulties, Talisman remains determined to rebuild and continue its work supporting vulnerable mental health care users.
The general manager of the Talisman Foundation, Valerie Cook, said: “Although Talisman has gone through the most difficult period in its history, we remain committed to rebuilding our strength, restoring our operations and continuing to provide care and support to vulnerable mental health care users.
“We look forward to welcoming new residents soon and to a stronger future for Talisman.”
