Mindful Movement

Exercise in almost any form is an excellent outlet for the feelings that come up when things aren't easy. Being active and moving your body can boost your feel-good endorphins and distract you from daily worries. This activity will consist of a 10-minute breathing warm-up, 35 minute movement of core work and strengthening exercises to…

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REOCCURING: Queer Youth Arts Collective — Youth Group Meeting

Calling all LGBTQIA+ youth and creatives! Want to boost your mental health while having fun and expressing yourself creatively? Then join us for our new youth leadership arts group, Queer Youth Arts Collective (QYAC)! Engaging in creative pursuits can have a positive impact on mental well-being, and we want to provide an inclusive space for…

Active Parenting: School-Aged Course

If you have a child, chances are you’ve had your fair share of challenging days. Join our fun and interactive classes! Classes available at NO COST TO ORANGE COUNTY parents and caregivers. Class size is limited. Pre-registration is required. Contact: Stephanie Weber at Stephanie-weber@olivecrest.org or 657-4131 Location: Olive Crest Headquarters 2130 E. 4th Street, Suite…

Growing Children and Family Mental Health and Wellness

Join Start Well consultants at no cost to learn how to support the mental health of families with young children. This webinar is for families and individuals that care for children birth to eight years. Presented in English and Spanish Organization: Start Well Location: Zoom For more information, contact Sandy Avzaradel at sandy.avzaradel@startwelloc.org  or 949-469-7556

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Mental Health Awareness Month Social Media Campaign

For more information, contact Matt Haines at matt@ocmecca.org or (657) 293-2636 Location: Virtual on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn   May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023 / 9:00am   --- Organization ---   Multi-ethnic Collaborative of Community Agencies   --- Description ---   MECCA will be posting and bringing awareness of Mental Health throughout the month of…

Active Parenting: School-Aged Course

If you have a child, chances are you’ve had your fair share of challenging days. Join our fun and interactive classes! Classes available at NO COST TO ORANGE COUNTY parents and caregivers. Class size is limited. Location: Parent class via Zoom (In English). Join us from the comfort of your own home with your smartphone…

Celebrating Resilience

Small event: During this event, participants identify their own resilience and how being an immigrant has helped them become more resilient, with tools for improving their mental health. Organization: Latino Health Access Location: Coach Royal mobile Home: 215 S Sullivan, Santa Ana, CA 92704 For more information, contact Marcela Ortiz at mortiz@latinohealthaccess.org or 714-5427792 ext 1002.

Committed to myself

Small event: In this event the participants are informed about self-care, and the importance of self-discipline. Organization: Latino Health Access Location: Godinez Fundamental High School: 3002 Centennial Rd, Santa Ana, CA 92704 For more information, contact Marcela Ortiz at mortiz@latinohealthaccess.org or 714-542-7792 ext 1002

Youth Mental Health Town Hall

Parents, youth, and mental health professionals will come together to talk about mental health and increase awareness and support for youth. Organization: Wellness and Prevention Center Location: Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629 For more information, contact Julie Smith at julie@wpc-oc.org or (949) 216-0240.

ADDRESSING THE OPIOID CRISIS IN ORANGE COUNTY

Learn more about the dangers of fentanyl and the steps you can take to help keep you, your family, and your community safe. Community prevention and treatment resources will be shared. A brief training on how to administer Naloxone, a life-saving opioid overdose reversal drug, will be provided and each forum participant will receive a…