Hear Our Stories | The Rose Initiative

"I was struggling with severe depression and thoughts of self-harm, yet the Rose Initiative community has truly shown me that other people are struggling in the same ways and that help is out there."

H, Community Member

"Depression affected my life in ways I was unable to truly cope with. Finding a community was one of the most important steps I took to heal."

S, Local Volunteer

"Empowerment is helping people who are struggling in the same ways I was."

F, Team Member

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Many members of our team have faced problems with depression and mental health. To hear our personal stories, attend a local, MCPS school event to meet us, listen, and share your own story!