May is Mental Health Matters Month: A Time to Connect, Care & Cultivate Wellness in Placer County Why Mental Health Matters Each year, May is recognized as Mental Health Matters Month – a national movement that shines a spotlight on the importance of mental well-being and the collective need to reduce stigma. Mental health affects […]
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September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month A time to remember those who have died by suicide and to support people who are struggling with depression. Mental health advocates, survivors, and community members work together to raise awareness and promote prevention. National Suicide Prevention Week September 8-14th, 2024 National
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This May, help promote Mental Health Matters Month!The Board of Supervisors has proclaimed May as Mental Health Matters Month in Placer County, reinforcing the county’s commitment to raising awareness, breaking down stigma and promoting access to mental health resources. Here’s information on activities and resources to help support these efforts! Placer4MentalHealth Campaign”Be the Change” We are
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Black History Month Black History Month is observed every February to celebrate the accomplishments of Black and African Americans. It is an opportunity to recognize the many ways Black history, culture, leadership, and innovation have influenced all facets of life in the United States. Learn about the origins of Black History Month National Theme 2024African Americans
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5 WAYS FOR CHANGE: Help Prevent Suicide & Promote Awareness without StigmaYou can #BetheChange: #SpeakUp #LeadbyExample #EducateYourself #GetInvolved #ShowSupport 1 – #SPEAKUP Challenge harmful language and attitudes when you hear them, and educate others about the impact of language on mental health. Each mind matters and if you or someone you know is experiencing a
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This month and beyond… We are committed to eliminating disparities in behavioral healthcare for the LGBTQ+ community. The following resources were assembled through efforts of the Placer County Systems of Care in collaboration with the Placer Campaign for Community Wellness (CCW), Placer READI, and local LGBTQ+ community advocates. Mental health and substance use disorders are not
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Starting Monday, May 1st, help promote Mental Health Matters Month! Here’s information on activities and resources to help support these efforts! Placer4MentalHealth Campaign”Be the Change” Starting in May, we are asking the community to take a pledge to “Be the Change” and help end mental health stigma and discrimination in Placer County. People will be
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Meet new licensing requirements for Telehealth Training and Law and Ethics for Associates, and/or study for your Law and Ethics and Clinical Licensing Exams. Placer County’s Workforce Education and Training (WET) Program has partnered with Ben Caldwell Labs to bring you online trainings to meet new licensing requirements and/or study for your Law and Ethics
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If you know someone who is in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, please reach out for 24/7 crisis support: call 988 or text “HOME” to 741741. NEW DATES ADDED April 12, 2023, 2:00pm-4:00pm – FULL May 16, 2023, 10:00am-12:00pm – Register Here May 19, 2023, 9:00am-11:00am – Register Here June 13, 2023, 10:00am-12:00pm – Register
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General Information Trainings are published and available for registration in Placer Learns approximately 8-10 weeks prior to the training date. External Users (non-Placer County employees) can access their Placer Learns account or request a new account on the Placer Learns External User Login Page. Placer County employees should access their Placer Learns account through the
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