After surviving a desperate attempt to take his own life, Kevin Hines now lives to help others do the same.
Hines is a mental health advocate, award-winning global speaker, best-selling author and documentary filmmaker. “He delivers audiences with stories of unlikely survival and a strong will to live.” And he has a message for Williamsport.
According to a press release from the Pennsylvania First Communities Foundation Partnership on behalf of the National Mental Health Alliance, the speaker will be performing at the Community Arts Center (220 W. Fourth St.) on Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m. He plans to tell a story. (Nami).
Two years after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder, at the age of 19, Hines attempted suicide by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. He is one of his 34 only to survive the fall.
“A fall would break his body, but not his spirit.” said the press release. “Today, Kevin is dedicating his life to saving lives by spreading a message of hope and sharing the art of spiritual well-being.”
As a gift to the community, the Doherty/Kelly couple will honor their father, Douglas Doherty, with this free public event, according to a release.
According to the press release, mental health resources will be made available throughout community arts centers to highlight the importance of mental health awareness.
NAMI North Central Pennsylvania is committed to improving the quality of life for people with mental illness and their families through support, education and advocacy.