Event raises mental health awareness

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Leadership award recipient Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy with Malibu resident and board member Andrew E. Rubin (center) and board member Todd Rubin at the event.

Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services honored individuals who work towards an open attitude when it comes to the effect of mental illness and substance abuse on families, at the 15th annual Erasing the Stigma Leadership Awards luncheon April 29 in Beverly Hills.

The annual event, which was attended by Malibu residents, raises funds for the foundation’s programs, such as a suicide prevention crisis line.