Calaveras County Peer Wellness Center

The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is committed to inclusive mental health support for all. Specialized LGBTQI+ services are available nationwide for youth and young adults to connect with a skilled, compassionate counselor 24/7 via text, call, and chat. 🌈

Here's how to use LGBTQI+ services to access specialized support:

💬 Text PRIDE to 988
📞 Press 3 when calling 988
✅ Select LGBTQI+ in the pre-chat survey at 988lifeline.org

Tomorrow we have Anxiety Support- BINGO and PIZZA- Food Bank! See you Monday!

Join us for our reopening on Monday June 3rd! Here is our June Calendar- great groups throughout the whole month!

Exciting news- our center will be OPEN on JUNE 3rd 2024! Join us for Anxiety Support, Bingo and Pizza and if you need- a ride to the foodbank!

Happening tonight- you do not want to miss it!

Visit us at the 2024 CalFresh Resource Fair on May 28th! We will be working with community partners to provide health, local resources such as helmets, life jackets, recipe samples, oral health information, and eligibility resources.

Friends, family, and community members are all welcome at no-cost. We hope to see you there!

📅 Tuesday May 28th, 2024
⏰ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
📍 Calaveras County Health and Human Services Sequoia Room
🖲 509 East St. Charles Street, San Andreas, CA 95249

This Memorial Day, we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We also honor their families, friends, and fellow service members who mourn them. There is help for Veterans struggling with grief, loss, or trauma by texting or calling 988

Thursday, May 30th, will be the last session of the series and it will cover Sadness and Joy! Come learn about emotions and how to navigate them💚

We will be closed MONDAY, MAY 27th in honor of Memorial Day.

Come check out the resources available to you or someone you may know!

Visit us at the 2024 CalFresh Resource Fair on May 28th! We will be working with community partners to provide health, local resources such as recipe samples, oral health information, and eligibility resources.

Friends, family, and community members are all welcome at no-cost. We hope to see you there!

📅 Tuesday May 28th, 2024
⏰ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
📍 Calaveras County Health and Human Services Sequoia Room
🖲 509 East St. Charles Street, San Andreas, CA 95249

Mental health is for everyone, and everyone deserves mental health support when they need it. Learn more at https://www.findhelp.org/

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May is . Take a moment to connect with an older friend or family member. Let them know you're here for them, you're listening, and you care. at every age. Begin the conversation: https://bit.ly/448zzh8.

Everyone goes through rough periods, so it’s important to take care of yourself and have healthy coping tools on standby to use when times get tough. This , start building your coping toolbox 🛠 using MHA’s resources: mhanational.org/may

Join us tomorrow as we dive into Anticipation and Anxiety!

This recipe has quinoa and asparagus which makes up a nutrient powerhouse for our bodies! Using items that are in season creates a nourishing and hearty meal. Taking care of our physical health helps us maintain our mental health, check out the recipe below💚

Having the internet at your fingertips can be a gift - you’re probably reading this on your phone or computer right now! But it’s not without its downfalls. Social media can cause FOMO, depression, & reduced self-esteem. This , try taking screen breaks when it starts to feel like too much. 💚

Seeking professional help for your mental health is a sign of strength. If you’re struggling to figure out , Mental Health America’s free, anonymous mental health screen is here to help. After you take the test, you’ll receive resources to help you take the next step. Take a free mental health test at https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/

Join us tomorrow from 11:30AM-1:30PM as we explore the emotion of anger and learn how to navigate it💚

Glowing from the inside out? Pregnancy is beautiful, but it can also be emotionally complex. This , remember it’s okay to not feel okay. Mood swings, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed are all common. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone! SAMHSA has resources to support your mental health journey. ➡️ 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/maternal-mental-health/

This morning we presented at the Board of Supervisors to recognize May as Mental Health Awareness Month! We are beyond grateful for their support and for our peers that had the courage to attend and speak💚

We are having a picnic to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month! Join us and NAMI Gold Country to help raise awareness around Mental Health💚

Happy Monday- remember to take time for you this week!

Tomorrow is our first course in the Emotions 101 Series! Please RSVP if you would like to attend💚

💗Happy Mother's Day💗

Just like any other holiday, this can be difficult for our mental health. Remember you are not alone- 988 is available 24/7/365💗

What do you say when you’re not feeling “fine”? Here are a few alternatives:
“I’m actually going through some stuff.”
“Today is not my day.”
“I’m feeling some kind of way.”
Get more help navigating tough conversations on MHA’s page: mhanational.org/may

In-person talks promote healthy mental development. This Mental Health Awareness Month, talk to your children and teens about mental health. Need help getting started? samhsa.gov/mental-health/how-to-talk/parents-and-caregivers

A 2022 study found that 73% of American adults reported being overwhelmed by the number of crises going on in the world. The good news? Taking action and advocating for causes you care about can be therapeutic in its own way. Learn more with Mental Health America’s resources: mhanational.org/may

To understand how our world affects our , it’s important to learn which factors are at play. These range from things we CAN change (screen time 📱 relationships) and things we CAN’T change (access to resources 🏠 current events 📰). Learn more at mhanational.org/may

Do not miss out on FREE TRANSIT MONTH!

Check out transit this month for Free! Calaveras Connect is having Free Fares May 2024. Call our Customer Service with any questions 209-754-4450.

Mental Health Awareness Month is a great time to raise awareness of the importance of mental health in children and teens. Keep an eye out for any social or behavioral changes in your children. You can learn more about the signs at samhsa.gov/mental-health