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4 Million Certified in Mental Health First Aid.

This past October a major milestone was hit - 4 million individuals have been trained in Mental Health First Aid across our country. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an evidence-based course that teaches participants about mental health and substance use challenges....

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SCHS Students Place Fifth in Statewide Film Contest

SCHS Students Place Fifth in Statewide Film Contest

Last month, Arantza Villarroel, Melanie Lopez, and Natalia Reyes from San Clemente High School were recognized for achieving fifth place in Directing Change’s statewide video competition under their “Through the Lens of Culture” category. The Directing Change Program...

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Exploring the Relevance of Mental Health Stigma

Exploring the Relevance of Mental Health Stigma

May marks Mental Health Awareness Month nationwide, a time dedicated to amplifying the voices of mental health advocates and combating stigma. Stigma, rooted in negative attitudes and stereotypes, poses a significant barrier to accessing mental health care. It breeds...

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Speak UP!

Speak UP!

The Wellness & Prevention Center, in partnership with the Orange County Health Care Agency, invites you to join us for a performance of Speak UP! on April 24th from 7pm - 8:30pm at the Camino Real Playhouse in San Juan Capistrano. This event is recommended for...

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To Protect Our Children, We Must Securely Store Guns

To Protect Our Children, We Must Securely Store Guns

In America, guns are the number one killer of children and teenagers, surpassing both car accidents and disease. Unfortunately, this tragic reality is not a surprise to gun safety advocates that have been warning about the effects of gun violence on our children for...

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