Musicians play to bring mental health into focus [Video]

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Mental Health America of Ohio said it is seeing an increase in the suicide rate in Franklin County, and local musicians teamed up with the organization to ensure people know they are not alone.

The You Matter benefit concert at Natalie’s Grandview Sunday night brought people out for music, but also for awareness of mental health issues and those they affect.

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Columbus area musicians came together to raise money for suicide awareness. For the event’s organizer, it’s a personal cause: John Estep lost his son to suicide.

“If it’s ourselves or someone we know, we know someone struggling with mental health,” Estep said.

He brought central Ohio musicians together to raise money so others won’t have to go through their struggles alone.

“As part of the musical community, it’s been hit very hard as well,” Estep said. …