MISSION:
To increase access to mental health prevention and early intervention for south Orange County youth.
VISION:
To create a culture in which young people prioritize their mental health and have access to quality care.
VALUES:
WPC believes in equity, empowerment, engagement, community collaboration, quality care, integrity, respect, and growth.
Helping youth and families live healthy lives
The Wellness & Prevention Center was founded by a group of dedicated community members to explore new ways to help the youth in our community lead healthier lives. What started as a school based drop-in center has evolved into a unique organization that provides mental health services in the schools and community, helps to educate the community to address issues surrounding the diseases of mental health and addiction, and leads a federally funded Drug Free Community Coalition designed to bring sectors of the community together to prevent youth from engaging in unhealthy activities.
We provide individual, family, and group mental health services, with the goal of addressing symptoms when they first emerge. We specialize in serving youth ages 12-25 at easy to access locations in schools and community based locations. We offer services to anyone regardless of insurance coverage.
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Universal prevention education about the diseases of mental health and substance use help lower the stigma surrounding these conditions, as well as encourage youth and families to strengthen protective factors. Knowledge about these diseases also leads to earlier interventions resulting in better outcomes.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
The Wellness & Prevention Coalition formed in 2013 to address substance use among young people and the factors contributing to rising rates of use. Through grant funding from the Office of National Drug Control Policy Drug Free Communities program, we have made an impact in lowering rates of substance use among youth by providing programming that supports healthy youth development.
PREVENTION COALITION
YOU CAN HELP!
DONATE OR VOLUNTEER TODAY
There are many volunteer and donation opportunities at the Wellness & Prevention Center. Click the link below to email Susan Parmelee or call us at 949-680-0516.
