VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — May is Mental Health Awareness month and Vigo County Commissioner Chris Switzer is encouraging residents to step outside, get active, and join the conversation about mental health through a new initiative: Move for Mental Health – #StridesWithSwitzer.
Throughout the month of May, Switzer will host weekly walks every Monday at 6 PM at Dewey Point in West Terre Haute. These walks aim to promote physical movement, boost mental well-being, and strengthen community connections.
“We often talk about physical health, but mental health is just as important—and too often overlooked,” said Commissioner Switzer. “Walking together is a simple way to start the conversation, support each other, and help break the stigma around mental health.”
In addition to the walks, Commissioner Switzer is launching a social media campaign using the hashtag #StridesWithSwitzer, inviting residents to share their own stories, walking routes, and reflections on how movement helps improve their mood, reduce stress, and foster connection.
Participants are encouraged to join the walks, engage online, and take small steps toward better mental health—both for themselves and their community.
