The S Word – Free Community Film Showing
June 18, 2018The S Word, a documentary about suicide attempt survivors, is screening at the Sonoma County Board of Supervisor’s Chambers on July 11, 2018 at 6 PM. The public is invited to this free community screening, hosted by Supervisor Shirley Zane. After the film there will be a post-show discussion on this critical topic led by filmmaker Lisa Klein and Supervisor Zane.
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Know the Warning Signs and Risk Factors
Our hearts are with the family and friends of Kate Spade and Anthony Bordain, and the family and friends of those who are worried about someone at risk. Just as it’s important to be familiar with the warning signs of a stroke or heart attack, it’s important to know the warning signs and risk factors for suicide to be able to better support someone who may be at risk.
If you Read MoreDrop-in Family and Caregiver Support Groups!
NAMI Family Support Groups are free meetings for family members and caregivers of individuals living with a mental illness, where participants can talk frankly about the challenges and help one another by sharing their learned wisdom. These meetings are confidential and facilitated by NAMI-trained leaders. Registration is not required. Newly added is our Saturday group!
Time: Thursdays, 2:00 to 3:00pm or New! 3rd Saturdays, 10:00 to 11:30am
Location: 182 Farmers Lane, Suite 202, Santa Rosa CA 95405
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May is Mental Health Month
Mental Health Numbers to Know
1 in 5 adults in the United States lives with a mental health condition 1 in 25 adults in the United States lives with a serious mental illness 60 million people in the United States face the day-to-day reality of living with mental illness 50% of all lifetime mental health conditions begin by age 14 75% of all lifetime mental health conditions begin by age 24 Early intervention programs can help! Read MoreSupport NAMI in Santa Rosa’s Human Race!
No amount is too small. Help our 2018 Human Race Team raise awareness and build understanding. Everyone is affected by mental health — and Sonoma County needs more mental health services, not less! Thank you for your support!
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Getting people out of jail and into services ASAP
Join representatives from Sonoma County’s Behavioral Health Division, Sheriff’s Office and Probation Department to hear information about a new Mental Health Pre-Trial Release Program being launched in our County. This forum seeks community input to help make the program a success. Share your experiences, suggestions for improvement or concerns. The program’s goal is to move individuals from incarceration into mental health services as soon as possible. Open to the general adult public.
Mental Health Pre-Trial Release Program Forum Friday, March 23, 2018 1:00 pm Read More