Carl’s Cause Receives Top Honor from The University of Kansas Health System
Carl’s Cause has been selected for induction into The University of Kansas Health System’s Hall of Fame — the highest honor awarded by the health system. This special recognition celebrates individuals and organizations who help transform The University of Kansas Health System through innovative thinking, meaningful advocacy and unwavering support.
Join us as Bob and Kelly Specht receive the prestigious Catalyst Award. on Thursday, June 12, at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center.
‘Carl’s Cause’ is a 501 (c)(3) which promotes mental health awareness. It was created following the devastating loss of an amazing young man, Carl Specht at age 27.
Carl was a loving son, brother, cousin and friend to many. He was smart, kind, handsome, athletic and funny. His life was not defined by mental illness but his death was. Carl died by suicide on June 23, 2017 the result of depression, stigma that surrounds mental illness and the lack of access to care.
The future of mental health must change as too many promising, young people are losing their lives to this illness. Our goal is to bring mental health awareness to the ‘stadium level’, where it’s ok to talk openly about mental health among families, friends, co-workers and children of all ages.
The time is NOW – the topic is A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH.