The Mental Health Matters Awards were created to celebrate those in our community who made a significant impact on mental health awareness and support. We believe that by recognizing these champions, we can inspire hope and encourage others to seek support and become involved.
2025 Mental Health Matters Awards Winners:
- Advocate Champion – Samia Yousif
- Caregiver Champion – Shelley Petty
- Provider Champion – Life Enrichment Academy – New Haven
- Community Partner Champion – Anita Pillai, Genoa Healthcare
- Self-Advocate Champion – Angel Vice
- Board of Directors Award – City of Sterling Heights
- Drita Gjelaj Award – Adam Wright, Network Operations Coordinator, MCCMH
- Putting People First Award – Amy Strick, Case Manager, MCCMH
- Reducing the Stigma Award – Tati Amare, WDIV
