More than a million Coloradans face a mental health or substance use disorder each year, but only half get the care they need. The consequences can be catastrophic: crowded emergency rooms and prison cells, increased unemployment and homelessness, and one of the highest suicide rates in the nation. Mental Health Colorado President & CEO Andrew Romanoff will talk about the state of mental health in Colorado and what communities can do to take action.

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More than a million Coloradans face a mental health or substance use disorder each year, but only half get the care they need. The consequences can be catastrophic: crowded emergency rooms and prison cells, increased unemployment and homelessness, and one of the highest suicide rates in the nation. Mental Health Colorado President & CEO Andrew Romanoff will talk with the University Women's Club about the state of mental health in Colorado and what communities can do to take action.

State Capitol Days bring together passionate volunteers to advocate for state policy changes that will improve mental health and prevent suicide. We will meet with our state legislators during the event to: Share with them why suicide prevention is important to YOU and to your community Educate them about the work being done in your community to prevent suicide Teach them what more must be done to prevent suicide The event will include a brief training session on the basics…