May = Mental Health Matters Month
Join the Movement. End Stigma. Spread Awareness.
Ready to join California’s Mental Health Movement?
A simple way to be a part of the movement is by TAKING THE PLEDGE today! You could see your words of support featured in our newsletter or via social media throughout the month of May!
Write a pledge, take a picture and share with us: gabriela.mcniel@westcare.com and michael.mygind@westcare.com or text your picture to: (559) 348-7835. You can also hang the pledges up at your site where people can see them! Pictures of our clients are fine, but cannot show their face and shouldn't have a name listed. (Please see examples below)
Need inspiration? Here are some pledge examples:
- I pledge to try to make a difference in my community. I will strive to support, love and be kind to every person regardless of their differences to me and others.
- I pledge to be a voice for mental illness and provide support for those in need. I will also reach out when I am the one who needs help.
- I will take the time to listen before I speak.
- I pledge to service others and be the voice for those that struggle.
Ribbon Wall Activity
- Choose a blank wall in your office or other public area with high foot traffic.
- Identify a small table to set up next to the wall and lay out the paper ribbons, pens, tape and fabric ribbons. Set the table-top instruction sign on the table next to the other supplies.
- Put the Ribbon Wall Activity poster on the wall to draw attention to the promotion. You can get it started by signing the first lime green ribbon!
- Inform others about the Ribbon Wall – make an announcement at a staff meeting or send out the sample e-blast to members of your organization to encourage them to participate.
WestCare California, Inc.
For over 40 years, WestCare California has been providing an opportunity for individuals to lead fuller, richer lives. Our team of multi-cultural, experienced and credentialed staff is dedicated to providing the best care to everyone who enters our doors. Our goal is to uplift the human spirit by providing the skills and support necessary for individuals to achieve their dreams and transform their lives.
WestCare provides a wide spectrum of health and human services in both residential and outpatient environments. Our service domains include mental health & wellness, substance abuse and addiction treatment, housing opportunities, education & prevention, criminal justice and veterans programs. These services are available to adults, children, adolescents, and families.
Dedicated to working in partnership with the communities and agencies we serve, our philosophy is to empower everyone who comes into contact with us to engage in a process of healing, growth, and change that will benefit them, their families, their coworkers and their communities.
Email: info.ca@westcare.com
Website: www.westcare.com/california
Location: 1900 North Gateway Boulevard, Suite 100, Fresno, CA, USA
Phone: 559-251-4800
Facebook: facebook.com/WestCareCalifornia
Twitter: @WestCareCA