Over 5,300 individuals and their families received services from Transitions-Mental Health Association in San Luis Obispo last year. According to Michael Kaplan, the community engagement director at Transitions-Mental Health Association, there is a whole month dedicated to mental health awareness because it is crucial to shed light on this important issue.
Jill Bolster-White, the executive director at Transitions-Mental Health Association, emphasizes the importance of community support for individuals struggling with mental health challenges. It can be isolating to face these issues alone, but there are resources available to help. If you suspect someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, you can call the 24-hour Central Coast Hotline at 1-800-783-0607 or visit their website for additional information.
Brooke Clever, the lead health navigator at Transitions-Mental Health Association, works with patients to help them establish recovery goals and strategies. She speaks from personal experience, having managed her own anxiety and depression. Clever believes in the power of recovery and finds it helpful to connect with clients by sharing her own journey. By discussing her experiences, Clever hopes to eliminate the stigmas surrounding mental health.
This month, Transitions-Mental Health Association will also be hosting three wellness center open houses in different locations