Hundreds of first responders play in hockey tournament to raise awareness for mental health

Hundreds of first responders are taking part in a four-day hockey tournament in Marlboro to raise awareness for the mental healthcare battles experienced by first responders and military members The Healing Heroes Foundation in collaboration with the Boston Bruins Foundation hosted the BFit Heroes Cup brought together more than hockey teams to show aid and raise money to make sure their fellow heroes get the help they need The benefit is also aimed at latest the stigma associated with seeking help for mental healthcare You re expected to do your job every single time and just move on from it but it builds and it builds and it builds explained Healing Heroes Foundation co-director EJ Nichols It s something that does affect you and it is something that we bring home to our families and affect our everyday lives So far the tournament has raised more than for the Healing Heroes Foundation and other charities Learn more and donate https runsignup com Race MA Marlborough BFitHeroesCupHockeyTournament