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Talkable Communities was launched by a group of five female CEOs from behavioral health nonprofit organizations who had long collaborated and shared a commitment to strengthening mental well-being across Northeast Florida. Building on years of partnership, their conversations evolved into a shared vision: creating more supportive, informed, and resilient communities. 

 

Today, Talkable Communities brings together more than 20 professionals across these organizations to expand access to mental health education and resources. Rooted in Northeast Florida, the partner nonprofits serve residents across Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Baker, Putnam, and St. Johns Counties and reach communities nationwide—working together to make mental health support more visible, accessible, and talkable. 

ABOUT US

THE TALKABLE COMMUNITIES MODEL

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Talkable Communities models the Walkable Communities concept. A Walkable Community promotes social connectedness and support, increased communication and healthy living for those that live there.

In a similar way, Talkable Communities are communities that encourage healthy conversations and activities that we believe will spearhead a focus on mental well-being for children and families, leading to happy, healthier lives.

The key component of Talkable Communities is providing evidence-based mental health trainings. ​​We believe that wellness, social connectedness, and support all start with communication. We believe that mental well-being is only one conversation away.

OUR FOUNDERS

Dr. Laureen Pagel

“During our brainstorming session I used the ‘Walkable Communities' concept as an example of how I envisioned our project being able to impact a larger geographic area and make the most impact. ‘Talkable Communities’ was born out of that discussion, and everyone agreed that would be our vision for Northeast Florida. We quickly googled the term ‘talkable communities’ and could not find it anywhere. Patti secured the website and set up the LLC. BOOM! It was now ours.”
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