2019 Pasadena Mental Health Day

Date/Time
Date(s) - 05/18/2019
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Location
Pasadena Central Library

Category(ies)

• Health & Food

Pasadena Mental Health Day 2019, “H.O.M.E: A State of Mind”, or Helpful Opportunities for Mental Health Education Opportunities, focuses on:

1. Increasing awareness of mental illness and challenges
2. The significance and benefits of mental and emotional health
3. Practical resources and tools to empower individuals in coping with and overcoming challenges

Featuring a keynote speaker, panel discussions, and distinct workshops for youth and adults, attendees of Pasadena Mental Health Day 2019 will:

• Participate in Interactive and insightful workshops for youth and adults – including parents, new adults, and seniors
• Gain knowledge on the current mental health issues and challenges faced today
• Gain knowledge on the current mental health issues among those experiencing homelessness
• Discover the benefits of healthy living, community engagement, and compassionate service on mental health and homelessness

Workshops for Adults

• Mindfulness Practice: Facing Life’s Challenges with Awareness & Compassion
  Facilitator: Ann D’Angelo, M.A. Mindfulness Educator
• Practical Exercises to Release Chronic Stress and Improve Sleep
  Facilitator: Pierre-Etienne Vannier, MSC, CHT
• NAMI “In Our Own Voice”
  Facilitator: Sally Sagario – In Our Own Voice Program Coordinator

Youth Empowerment Corner Workshops

• Engaging Youth Experiencing Homelessness (Panel)
• Yoga
  Facilitated/Provided by Day One
• Art Therapy
  Facilitator Teresa Montes- Montalvo

Free. Register here.