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FROM THE PRODUCERS OF HBO'S "THE WEIGHT OF GOLD"
PODIUM PICTURES & EXECUTIVE PRODUCER BODE MILLER PRESENT

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About the film

Executive produced by Olympic ski racer Bode Miller and Emmy Award-winning impact sports filmmaker Brett Rapkin, THE PARADISE PARADOX explores the mental health crisis affecting America’s mountain towns and the innovative solutions being developed in response.

By opening up the conversation, the stigmas can start to melt away and real progress can be made for the citizens of these towns and beyond.

A special thanks
to our partners:

The Rieschel Foundation, The Dollinger Family, John & Jacolyn Bucksbaum Family Foundation, Brad Feld & Amy Batchelor, The Borgen Family Foundation, The David and Lura Lovell Foundation, Bode Miller, and Mikaela Shiffrin, in association with Alterra Mountain Company. Without their continued insight and support, this would not have been possible.

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Community Responses

"Thank you for this. I left Mammoth after multiple suicides, it was SO HARD living there with depression and watching everyone around you fall apart (with no communication from bigger crowds like you & each other) I miss the community more than anything and free therapy for everyone there is definitely needed. It's the only place I can truly say feels like home. This makes me super emotional. I hope this does well."

"Glad this is being addressed. For years it’s been so sad to see so many locals in mountain towns (that are supposed to be bastions of paradise) be afflicted w disproportionate amounts of drug use, alcoholism, narcissistic behavior and more, all in the name of "living the good life" in a dreamy mountain environment. Agreed w the point in the reel that many arrive in those towns trying to escape something. Looking forward to watching this. 👊"

"Thanks for all your doing to bring awareness & help stigmas associated with mental health. My son was killed during a mental health crisis so this touches me deeply - thank you. ❤️"

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REVIEW OUR COMMUNITY ACTION PLAN

Improving Mental Health requires collective community effort to positively change systems. Our team continues to put in the work to help turn tough conversations into tangible solutions for those who are struggling.

Here are some examples of how places like Eagle Valley have been able to pivot for progress.

Community Services

Eagle Valley has increased funding to support the implementation of clinicians—in both public and private schools—to develop a comprehensive wellness curriculum for each grade level.

What kind of an impact would the integration of behavioral health have on your community?

Insurance Coverage

Eagle Valley has expanded access and capacity by attracting more healthcare providers—working to fully integrate behavioral health care into all primary care settings.

Are there any behavioral health crisis centers available in your area?

REDUCE FINANCIAL STRAIN

In cooperation with Vail Health, Eagle Valley has designed an accessible comprehensive behavioral health facility with various crisis management units and 24-hour walk-in urgent care.

Are there any behavioral health crisis centers available in your area?

HEALTHY COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Eagle Valley has bolstered civic engagement by filling in the gaps between prevention and education through new initiatives that improve social connection.

What sort of advancements could be done in your area to encourage greater social connection?

TRAUMA TREATMENT

Eagle Valley has reduced hospital and jail transports by 74% by establishing a mobile response system to help combat this often under-served crisis.

Time is often of the essence in situations like these. Does your town have an action plan in place?

DISCUSS, SHARE, DESTIGMATIZE

Eagle Valley has created change through strategic partnerships, fundraising efforts, and community-based programs that transform the effectiveness of behavioral health.

Is there anyone in your area that would be willing to be a partner for change?

WANT TO LEARN HOW TO CREATE CHANGE IN YOUR COMMUNITY?

Check out the full PARADISE PARADOX | DISCUSSION & ACTION GUIDE for helpful resources.

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MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

The more we talk about mental health, the less stigma it carries across our communities. These open conversations allow people to get the education and support they need to actively seek help in times of crisis, and learn productive coping mechanisms to use going forward.

If you're in emotional distress or crisis,
text or call 988 for free, 24/7 confidential support.

For additional resources on navigating mental health, visit:

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
National Alliance on Mental Illness

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