ASCEND works to elevate awareness of mental health through special events and activities. Some projects/events are one-time-only and a collaboration among many community partners, such as the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill – North Country, Liberty House, and the Behavioral Health Department of the Glens Falls Hospital. Other activities are scheduled annually to raise funds for existing programs in addition to awareness. Building the best event requires sponsorships from corporate partnerships, local small business, and community partners.
Continuity of support enhances community awareness and connection to mental health activities… and those in the community who support them.
Walter P. Reichert Award (2025) – Brenna Lyons, MS (with her parents) from the Glens Falls Hospital Behavioral Unit at the 2025 ASCEND Annual Community Awards & Fundraiser.
Our Hope Tree in Glens Falls City Park, during Mental Health Month we write inspiring messages of hope and positivity to raise awareness.
Dorothea Dix Award (2023) – Chris Lyons, CEO of AIM Services Inc. from 75th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee ASCEND Community Awards.
Upcoming Events
Every May, we hold our Annual Mental Health Month event this attended by ASCEND staff, clients, members, mental health professionals, community partners and people from the communities we serve. It features speakers, award presentations to people and businesses within and outside of the mental health field who have positively influenced mental health.
Tree of Hope Celebration
Friday, May 2nd
11:00AM – 12:00PM
City Park, Glens Falls, NY 12801
Help change the narrative around Mental Health and Wellness. Join in sharing inspiration messages of hope, healing, and kindness with our community all month of May. Stop by the Crandall Public Library Park entrance reception to fill out a ribbon and go tie it to our Tree of Hope.
Our Hope Tree is located on the Maple Street side of City Park to the left of the bandstand near the sidewalk.
We are looking to include everyone in our community in this event individuals, businesses, community supporters, partners, and providers.
Your mental wellness matters!
Chalk the Walk (Collaborative Community Event)
Wednesday, May 28th
10:00AM – 1:00PM
City Park, Glens Falls, NY 12801
Come celebrate brain health, mental wellness, and recovery!
Mental Health Needs Community Support
If you have any questions or would like more information on our events please reach out to our communications coordinator, Michele Morehouse via email mmorehouse@ascendmw.org or by phone (518) 747-2284 ext. 229