Aaron Kissler's #WhenYouKnow Story

“Good community resilience happens when the community is well educated on mental health.”

Stronger Communities Start With Awareness

In this WhenYouKnow video, Aaron Kissler explains how community leaders and organizations can better understand mental health needs by looking at patterns, listening to partners, and paying attention to changes in behavior. From schools to hospitals to neighborhood relationships, early signs often show up in the everyday lives of people who may be quietly struggling.

He also highlights the barriers that can keep people from getting help, including access to care, transportation, cost, and stigma. His perspective points to the importance of education, trust, and community-wide awareness in building resilience and helping people feel supported before a crisis deepens.

Watch: Aaron's Insights

Aaron Kissler, Administrator and Health Officer for the Florida Department of Health in Polk County, shares why mental health awareness must begin with paying attention to patterns, reducing stigma, and making support more accessible for everyone.

Watch below.