Attitudes in Reverse – 2021 Highlights
Read our 2021 Highlights below or view the pdf here.
Attitudes in Reverse Thanks Volunteers at Open House
We are thankful for the dedication of all our volunteers who have helped AIR reach so many people – from elementary schools to nursing homes – in 2021. A special thank you to: Laura Cerrito, who coordinates volunteers for events, including the annual Miki Open AIR event and Taste of Hope Shauna Moses, who coordinates AIR board meetings,…
Attitudes in Reverse Brings Awareness and Support to NJ Colleges
Student mental health is a growing issue on college campuses and has become more so since the pandemic started. The national Healthy Minds Study (HSM) shows that nearly seven million college students meet criteria for a clinically significant mental health problem. In April 2021, a survey by the American Council on Education reported 73 percent of college presidents…
A Conversation with West Windsor Police Chief Robert Garofalo
AIR: You and the police force have been involved with AIR for several years. Please share your thoughts on this partnership. Chief Garofalo: We are honored to work with Trish and Kurt. They have provided help for so many over the years and no matter when we call, they come running. We have had some…
AIR Is Thankful For Volunteers This Thanksgiving
AIR is extremely thankful for all of our volunteers – from the teens who help at various events, our AIR Dogs: Paws for Minds therapy dog teams who visit thousands of people each year, to our board members and advisory board who give their time to help us fulfill our mission. We could not have…
AIR’s Mission Extends to All Populations, including Active-Duty Military and Veterans
Since record-keeping on suicide among active-duty military members and veterans began after 9/11, the rate has been increasing over the past five years at an alarmingly steady pace and reached an all-time high in September 2021. More than 30,000 active-duty personnel and veterans who served in the military after 9/11 have died by suicide. This…
Attitudes in Reverse Visits Montgomery High School
Attitudes in Reverse had the pleasure of attending Montgomery High Schools varsity field hockey game dedicated to Mental Health! We brought Cooper and he was a huge hit! Thank you to all who attended and donated to the collection! The girls raised $206 for AIR!!
In Their Shoes Exhibit Visits Hudson County Community College
Attitudes in Reverse and the AIR Dogs: Paws for Minds therapy dogs bring the powerful In Their Shoes exhibit to the students of Hudson County Community College. Assemblywoman Annette Chaparro attended the event.
In Their Shoes Exhibit Coming to Hudson County Community College
Assemblywoman Annette Chaparro will be attending AIR’s powerful In Their Shoes exhibit at Hudson County Community College tomorrow. The exhibit consists of shoes that represent New Jersey youth, ages 10 through 24, who lost all hope and ended their lives by suicide. “Mental health is important and we have to take the stigma away from…
AIR Therapy Dogs Visit BeTheLi9ht Center
AIR Dogs: Paws for Minds therapy dogs attended the grand opening of the BeTheLi9ht Center. “Everyone loved Harley,” said AIR volunteer Marlene Sisti. “It is a great idea to have a place for kids to go and hang out.” “All of the people attending the event were very happy to see the dogs,” said AIR…