News /June, 2012

PEERS participates in first annual Walk for Health

"Recovery is possible!" Leann Simpson confidently proclaimed from the Lake Merritt stage while sharing her personal story of mental health recovery.

"I made it. We made it!"

Simpson, a community liaison for PEERS, was one of multiple speakers who proudly shared their journeys of recovery at the Walk for Health event at Lake Merritt on Friday, May 18. Sponsored by Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services and the Alameda County 10 x 10 Campaign, the day featured various wellness events such as Zumba, walking, yoga, dance, and talks to raise mental...