Mental Health Ireland invites Leitrim to ask Hello, How Are You?

Mental Health Ireland is inviting the people of Leitrim to say Hello, and ask How Are You? - with genuine meaning - on Thursday, May 15.  

Now in its fourth year, the national Hello, How Are You? campaign highlights the importance of staying connected.

It aims to tackle loneliness, foster a sense of belonging and strengthen relationships. 

By using the HELLO Steps, you can feel supported in asking the question: 

• H: Say Hello 
• E: Engage with the person 
• L: Listen to them 
• L: Learn about them and what they might be saying 
• O: Give them time to talk and to explore options 

The campaign, initiated by Mental Health Ireland - the longest established mental health charity - also promotes early help-seeking by sharing reliable information on mental health services and signposting support options. 

To spread the message far and wide, the charity is partnering with companies, organisations and community groups across the country.

Iarnród Éireann is once again backing the campaign, with Hello champions and volunteers present at Limerick Train Station, Dublin Heuston, Dublin Connolly, Waterford, Cork and Athlone stations on May 15.

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Iarnród Éireann Wellbeing Champions will lead Hello events nationwide. 

Parkrun, the free weekly community event welcoming people of all ages and abilities to walk, jog, run, or volunteer, is also getting involved.

On Saturday, May 17, Parkrun events across Ireland will highlight the campaign and promote the value of community connection and conversation.

“Since the first national campaign in 2022, the impact of Hello, How Are You? continues to grow and every year we’re seeing more meaningful conversations and social connections being made across Ireland,” said Claire Flynn, National Campaign Lead.

“We continue to develop free literature, resources and training to grow the reach of the campaign and support events, and to work collaboratively with other organisations who are connecting communities in creative and impactful ways.

“On May 15, we’re looking forward to seeing all the different ways the nation says Hello, How Are You? whether it is holding an event, joining a parkrun, or simply boiling the kettle and sitting down with a friend,” she added.

“It all starts with a simple question ‘How Are You?’”

For free Hello resources, toolkits and more, click here

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