Mariel Hemingway Keynotes TEAM Cares Luncheon: Get Tickets

DEARBORN, MI– Actress, author and mental health advocate Mariel Hemingway will be the keynote speaker at second annual luncheon of the nonprofit group TEAM Cares, to be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 29, at The Henry hotel in Dearborn.

In her address, “Breaking the Stigma of Mental Illness,” Hemingway will share her personal life story reflecting her journey from surviving the challenges of her family history of alcoholism, mental illness and a legacy of suicide to thriving as she does today as a mother of two daughters, a working actress and an advocate for those living with mental health related issues.

In 2013, Hemingway and Oprah Winfrey executive produced the documentary “Running from Crazy,” based on the seven most recent suicides in the Hemingway family, including that of the star’s grandfather, famed novelist Ernest Hemingway, and her sister, supermodel and actress, Margaux Hemingway. The film is available on Netflix.

“I welcome the opportunity TEAM Cares has given me to come to Michigan,” Hemingway said in a statement. “By sharing my story, my hope is that others will know that they too can achieve mental health and wellness, even when it seems like the odds are stacked against you.”

In 2015, Regan Arts Publishing released two new books including Mariel Hemingway’s memoir “Out Came The Sun” and “Invisible Girl,” a compelling diary for young readers enduring family challenges.

“Mariel Hemingway demonstrates that mental illness impacts people everywhere without regard to race, gender or social status,” Tony Pollicella, chairman of TEAM Cares, said in a statement.

Proceeds from the luncheon will be used for skills training programs and to benefit the horticulture program at the Drew Transition Center in Detroit. Drew’s horticultural program is the largest school garden market in the country and is helping students with disabilities learn about gardening and proper nutrition.

TEAM Cares’ mission is dedicated to providing medical, behavioral and mental health services, along with related support services, to underserved populations in Detroit, Wayne County and surrounding counties throughout Michigan.

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities for the second annual TEAM Cares luncheon for the March 29 event are available by calling (734) 667-4425 or by email to millie.elston@t-mhs.com.

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