Sanctuary Centers of Santa Barbara addresses critical shortage in psychiatric services for youths
A mental health clinic in Santa Barbara is seeing a critical shortage in psychiatric services for youths in the…
Continue ReadingBe Mindful
Santa Maria Joint Union High School District opens three Wellness Centers for students
SANTA MARIA, Calif. – The Santa Maria Joint Union High School District (SMJUHSD) opened three new Wellness Centers at Pioneer Valley High, Righetti…
Continue Reading
911 At Ease International hits healing notes for First Responders with 911 Project Harmony
Taking care of those who take care of us during emergencies and times of disaster is a high priority for our local communities, up and down the…
Continue Reading
Typewriter poet strikes a chord with strangers
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— A local artist is making a big difference one letter at a time. Typewriter poet Simon Kiefer is fostering connection through…
Continue Reading
Nonprofit kicks off fundraiser to support First Responders in Santa Barbara County
Headlined this year by Maroon 5, the event raises funds for equipment and mental wellness counseling.…
Continue Reading
New vehicle brings life-changing adventures to disabled Santa Barbara residents
Disabled residents embark on life-changing adventures thanks to new transportation at Hillside in Santa…
Continue Reading
Santa Barbara musician Kyle Nicolaides writes book to help others with depression
“I got forced to my knees, honestly, to like get help. I don’t want that for other people,” Nicolaides said. “I wrote this book because I’m like,…
Continue Reading
Cycling studio in Orcutt provides alternative option to stay active during the heatwave
Lift Cycle Studio in Orcutt is focusing on keeping the community active and healthy during this summer’s heatwave.…
Continue Reading
One805 helping firefighters receive mental health service in Santa Barbara County
One805, a local nonprofit, is helping firefighters receive mental health services by connecting them to 24-hour professional wellness…
Continue Reading
Hospice of Santa Barbara creates bears for lost loved ones
A daughter’s old dress, and a mother’s beautiful blouse that will never be worn again, now hold a special healing purpose for those grieving a…
Continue Reading
Lack of sunshine can lead to symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder
According to Eric Boldt, the Warning Coordination Meteorologist from the National Weather Service, said “We’re just a few days away from the all time…
Continue Reading
City of Santa Maria launches sound-sensitivity initiative for residents impacted by fireworks
The City of Santa Maria is offering free yard signs for noise-sensitive residents before the Fourth of July.…
Continue Reading
Be Mindful: Florabundance embodies ‘That Flower Feeling’
There is a rainbow of colorful options when it comes to self-care, bunches of…
Continue Reading
Local comedy shows can be the answer to a bad day and help with wellness
Live comedy could be an outing to change your mood and your day. Several shows take place each week on the South Coast including an open mic night at…
Continue Reading
Education organizations using creative arts to combat isolation in Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – If you‘ve ever felt isolated you’re not alone. Adults with disabilities experience loneliness even more than those…
Continue Reading
Be Mindful: Start the conversation
‘Be mindful.’ Those two words translate to self-care at a time when each and every one of us is needing that, some more than…
Continue Reading
Be Mindful: The mental health effects of Social Media use
The U.S Surgeon General warned social media can have a “profound risk” on the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents. A U.C. Santa…
Continue Reading
Food insecurity leads to mental health challenges in Santa Barbara County
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— As the saying goes, “You are what you eat,” but can what you eat affect your mental health? The cost of living in Santa…
Continue Reading
Lompoc Unified School District partners with National Center for Safe Supportive Group
Lompoc Unified School District partnered with the U.S. Department of Education’s National Center for Safe Supportive Group to raise awareness on safe…
Continue Reading
May 23: Pacifica Graduate Institute presents Mental Health in our Community Forum
May 28: Pacifica Graduate Institute presents Mental Health in our Community…
Continue Reading