Hope Understanding Grief Support

Hope Understanding Grief Support H.U.G.S. meetings offer caring support for su***de loss survivors. Meetings are led by volunteers who have also lost a loved one to su***de.

is not a professional therapy group, but rather a peer support group.

For Coach Martens, running was never just about competition. ๐Ÿ’šIt was about discipline. Clearing your mind. Pushing yours...
05/27/2026

For Coach Martens, running was never just about competition. ๐Ÿ’š

It was about discipline. Clearing your mind. Pushing yourself. Staying healthy. Finding purpose. Encouraging others to keep going even when things got hard.

The Mental Mile is a chance for our community to come together in that same spirit. To support mental health awareness, encourage one another, and remind people they are never alone.

We hope youโ€™ll join us June 20th >> https://bit.ly/49isSwU

One of the best things about Coach Martens was that he knew how to make people smile. ๐Ÿ’šHe was competitive, passionate, e...
05/22/2026

One of the best things about Coach Martens was that he knew how to make people smile. ๐Ÿ’š

He was competitive, passionate, encouraging, and full of energy, but he also brought joy everywhere he went. Whether it was a race, practice, or school hallway, Bill had a way of making people feel seen and lifted up.

That spirit is a big part of what The Mental Mile is all about.

Not just running or walking, but showing up for each other, supporting mental health, and building the kind of community where people know they matter.

Join us June 20th >> https://bit.ly/49isSwU

The Mental Mile was created to honor Coach Bill Martens. ๐Ÿ’šBill poured himself into this community as an athlete, coach, ...
05/14/2026

The Mental Mile was created to honor Coach Bill Martens. ๐Ÿ’š

Bill poured himself into this community as an athlete, coach, teacher, mentor, encourager, and friend. He believed in discipline, faith, hard work, and helping people become the best version of themselves. His impact continues to live on through the countless lives he influenced along the way.

We hope youโ€™ll join us June 20th as we come together to remember Bill, support mental health awareness, and remind people they are never alone.

Event Details & Registration >>https://bit.ly/49isSwU

05/11/2026

๐Ÿ’™Our H.U.G.S. support group meets tomorrow night, Tuesday, May 12, 6:30 pm @ Conklin Clinics ๐Ÿ’™

Topic: Nurture Yourself with guest facilitator Ashley Geist, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP

Something meaningful is coming to Aberdeen. ๐Ÿ’šIntroducing The Mental Mile - a one mile run/walk focused on community, mov...
05/09/2026

Something meaningful is coming to Aberdeen. ๐Ÿ’š

Introducing The Mental Mile - a one mile run/walk focused on community, movement, mental health awareness, and showing up for one another.

Whether you run, walk, jog, or simply come to support, this event is for everyone.

๐Ÿ“ Saturday, June 20
โฐ Registration at 8am | Start at 9am
๐Ÿ’ฒ $25 Registration > https://bit.ly/4dCTfki
๐ŸŽ First 200 registrants receive Mental Mile swag

Proceeds will support H.U.G.S. outreach efforts and su***de prevention initiatives through American Foundation for Su***de Prevention.

Hope is a spark, but community is the flame. We hope youโ€™ll join us and help be the light. ๐Ÿ’š

Thank you, Aberdeen! H.U.G.S. is honored to have been recognized as an Abby nominee and serve our community.
04/17/2026

Thank you, Aberdeen! H.U.G.S. is honored to have been recognized as an Abby nominee and serve our community.

04/13/2026

๐Ÿ’™Our H.U.G.S. support group meets this Tuesday, April 14, 6:30 pm @ Conklin Clinics ๐Ÿ’™

Topic: Touchstone #5; Activity: Care baskets

Yay! H.U.G.S., has been nominated for the 2026 ABBY Wellness Warrior Award, and weโ€™re also eligible for Peopleโ€™s Choice!...
04/09/2026

Yay! H.U.G.S., has been nominated for the 2026 ABBY Wellness Warrior Award, and weโ€™re also eligible for Peopleโ€™s Choice!

Please vote for H.U.G.S. ๐Ÿ™‚ We'd love your support as we continue to help create a space where survivors of su***de loss can connect, find comfort, and truly be heard. No one should have to navigate this kind of loss alone--and together, we can make sure they don't have to.

https://form.jotform.com/260854958299074

03/21/2026

๐Ÿ“Œ Save the date: The Mental Mile is coming to a street near you!
๐Ÿ‘Ÿ One-mile Walk or (FAT) Run for all fitness levels
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Saturday, June 20, at 9 AM
๐Ÿ“ One mile stretch on 24th AVE NE in Aberdeen, SD
๐Ÿค— Profits benefit H.U.G.S. & AFSP
๐Ÿ“ข Stay tuned for more information!

02/09/2026

๐Ÿ’™Our H.U.G.S. support group meets this Tuesday, February 10, 6:30 pm @ Conklin Clinics ๐Ÿ’™

Address

2120 8th Avenue NE
Aberdeen, SD
57401

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