Kim Sands is a comedy show producer in New York City! She is also executive producer of bear the film, a film that depicts depression as a bear for kids. Additionally, Kim is a huge mental health advocate and uses her social media platform to spread mental health awareness and share her story of her own journey with mental health, hospitalization and surviving suicide loss. 

Instagram: @agirlwiththreedogs & @bear.the.film

The YANApodcast:

Instagram: @the_yanapodcast 

Website: www.theyanapodcastwithnamiphilly.wordpress.com

New episodes every Tuesday!

NAMI Philly:

Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @namiphilly_ETS

Website: www.namiphilly.org 

NAMI Philadelphia Warmline: 267.687.4381 OPTION 1

CRISIS RESOURCES:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-TALK (8255)

Crisis Text Line is a free, 24/7 support for those in any type of crisis. If you text, “NAMI” to 741741 from anywhere in the United States you will be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor.

Philadelphia Suicide and Crisis Intervention Hotline (215) 686-4420

SAMHSA (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration): 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - available 24/7 to help those suffering from addiction find immediate help.