Real People. Real Stories. A Month to Talk, Listen, and Support.
What is Let's Talk About It?
Let’s Talk About It, a campaign from Mental Health Partnerships, aims to destigmatize conversations about mental health challenges through the power of peer connection and a coffee chat. From May 5 to June 5, 2025, we’re inviting community members, service providers, lawmakers, leaders, and advocates to join us as we start a conversation about mental health and connect people experiencing mental health crises to the support they need with the help of their peers.
How Did the Let’s Talk About It Campaign Start?
Let’s Talk About It was inspired by the life of Michael Simonelli, a devoted son and community member who died by suicide last year. He was only 27 years old. Heartbroken by this loss, Michael’s family and friends were determined to honor his memory, by starting a conversation about mental health and suicide prevention, creating hope through peer connection, and promoting systemic change.
Here's How to Get Involved
Mental Health Partnerships is partnering with Michael’s family and friends for the Let’s Talk About It campaign. Here’s how you can get involved:
- Learn about mental health and mental wellness.
- Start conversations with friends and family about mental health and support
- Share campaign materials at your workplace, in community gathering spaces, and on social media.
- Become a monthly donor of Mental Health Partnerships, so we together can be a resource for hope and recovery for more community members in crisis.
- Come to our pop-up awareness and support event on June 5 at Michael’s Starbucks store (600 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147) at 12:00pm to talk about it, connect with community mental healthcare organizations, meet the Mental Health Partnerships team, gain resources, and walk away with information that will empower you to support loved ones, so no one has to go through mental health struggles alone.
Go deeper into the campaign - learn the warning signs and how to start a conversation.
Michael’s Story From Mom's Persepective
Suzanne Simonelli, Michael’s mom, remembers her son and how she and her family are keeping his memory alive through the Let’s Talk About It campaign.
Tools for Having the Conversation
Mental Health Partnerships advocates Chyna and Denise draw from their experiences to share strategies for talking about mental health with the people in our lives
Resources to Share in Your Community
Let’s make conversations about mental health, facing mental health challenges, and connecting with help easier. Download and share the resources below with your loved ones, co-workers, and community members.
Be Part of the Movement
Change happens when we show up—for each other, for our communities, and for a future where mental health support is accessible to all. Whether you're giving your time, raising your voice, or making a monthly gift, there’s a place for you at MHP. Explore meaningful ways to take action and be part of the healing.
Let’s Take the Next Step Together
At MHP, we understand that the journey to mental wellness can feel overwhelming. With peer-led support, proven resources, and a warm, caring community, we’re here to guide you through every step—so you never have to walk this path alone.