Each year, 51°µÍø Mental Health recognizes individuals or organizations in central New Hampshire who advocate for greater access to mental health services; contribute extraordinary time, talent or treasure to improve the lives of people with mental illness; or publicly give voice to those with mental illness, helping eliminate the stigma and stereotypes that can surround the disease.

For this year’s ceremony, Riverbend is honoring Jeffrey C. Fetter, MD.

Dr. Fetter has dedicated his career to improving the lives of individuals living with severe mental illness through compassionate care, innovation, advocacy, and leadership. As Chief Medical Officer at New Hampshire Hospital and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, he has advanced evidence-based practices, strengthened the behavioral health workforce through education and mentorship, and championed system improvements that help ensure some of New Hampshire’s most vulnerable residents receive high-quality mental health care. His commitment to transforming mental health services across the state reflects the values celebrated through our Champions for Mental Health Awards.

Community members, mental health advocates, local businesses, neighbors and friends will gather together at this year’s event ceremony to honor Dr. Fetter and celebrate progress and awareness of the role mental health plays in our daily lives.

Youth Mental Health First Aid is an early intervention public education program designed to equip adults with practical tools to support youth. Participants learn how to recognize warning signs of mental health challenges, listen with empathy and without judgment, provide reassurance, and connect young people to appropriate professional care and services.

This training will be delivered online by Riverbend clinicians. Upon successful completion, participants will earn a Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification—a globally recognized credential valid for three years. This fee-based course is open to the public.

Youth Mental Health First Aid is an early intervention public education program designed to equip adults with practical tools to support youth. Participants learn how to recognize warning signs of mental health challenges, listen with empathy and without judgment, provide reassurance, and connect young people to appropriate professional care and services.

This training will be delivered online by Riverbend clinicians. Upon successful completion, participants will earn a Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification—a globally recognized credential valid for three years. This fee-based course is open to the public.