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Lowcountry mental-health conference drew 1,600; suicide-prevention screening planned Sept. 26

City of Charleston Health and Wellness Advisory Committee · August 6, 2026
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Officials said the Lowcountry Mental Health Conference last week drew about 1,600 attendees. The committee is partnering for a Sept. 26 event featuring Tessa Spencer on suicide prevention and will circulate library flyers when available.

Jennifer Brush said the Lowcountry Mental Health Conference drew more than 1,600 attendees and included roughly 100 exhibitors and sponsors offering behavioral-health resources. "We did have a very successful Lowcountry Mental Health Conference last week. Over 1,600 people were in attendance," Brush said.

Jonathan Kessler said the committee is partnering to host a Sept. 26 screening and community conversation at the Keith Summey Library with Tessa Spencer (Channel 4) to promote suicide prevention. Kessler also previewed a VA Benefits event (VEAC) at the Latson Fairgrounds Sept. 9'412 that provides on-site medical examiners to expedite claims and connect veterans with services.

Committee members said they will circulate flyers to promote both events and welcomed community partners who can help spread the word.

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