SLO Wellness Centers Virtual Support Groups and Classes

TMHA Wellness Centers are pleased to announce that we are now offering Virtual Support Groups and Classes! Wellness Center Members are welcome to register for groups hosted by their specific center. Only current members of that center are open attending these groups. Anyone interested in joining these groups yet is not a member will need to connect directly with the Center Supervisor to start the process of filling out a Member Info Packet. The groups are offered through ZOOM and require a phone, smart phone, or computer to participate with audio only or video. We can help walk you through the process! Please let me know if you have any questions!

Monday Groups

10:00-11:00am: Hope House- Navigating Depression (Joe) If current events have got you down or you've struggled with depression at any time, this is the place to share, learn, and practice strategies that get you going again. To Register for this Group please contact Michelle Madgett at mmadgett@t-mha.org or 805-801-3536

11:30-12:30pm: Safe Haven- Building Resilience (Lexie) We are all in this together! Conversations around increasing a sense of Wellness during isolation and forming healthy routines. To Register for this Group please contact Hilary Lawson at hlawson@t-mha.org or 805-305-3724

1:00-2:00pm: Life House- Healthy Habits (Laurie) Healthy Habits will be highlighting nutrition, exercise, and activities that can be done during the shelter in place. To Register for this Group please contact Susan Gaoiran at sgaoiran@t-mha.org or 805-305-7721

Tuesday Groups

11:00-12:30pm: Hope House- Voices & Visions (Mike A. & Michelle) For anyone who has heard voices or seen visions, this is a safe space to talk about your experiences and find support. This group is affiliated with the Voices and Visions Network. To Register for this Group please contact Michelle Madgett at mmadgett@t-mha.org or 805-801-3536

1:00-2:00pm: Safe Haven-Addiction and Mental Wellness (Lisa) A discussion of recovery, setting goals and bringing hope to wellness. To Register for this Group please contact Hilary Lawson at hlawson@t-mha.org or 805-305-3724

2:30-3:30pm: Safe Haven: Creative Expression (Lexie) Using creativity as a form of expression, self-reflection, and release. Join us for poetry, journaling and art projects. To Register for this Group please contact Hilary Lawson at hlawson@t-mha.org or 805-305-3724

Wednesday Groups

12:00pm-1:00pm: Safe Haven-Coping with Depression and Anxiety (Lisa) Sharing lived experience and offering each other empathetic support. Together we will implement and encourage use of wellness tools. To Register for this Group please contact Hilary Lawson at hlawson@t-mha.org or 805-305-3724

2:30-3:30pm: Life House- Stages of Grief (Brandy) Discusses the stages of grief how it relates to what we’re all experiencing during this world change. To Register for this Group please contact Susan Gaoiran at sgaoiran@t-mha.org or 805-305-7721

Thursday Groups

11:00-12:00pm: Hope House- Artistic Expressions (Joe) Looking for a creative outlet? Bring paper and whatever art supplies you choose, as we explore self-expression through a variety of activities and prompts. To Register for this Group please contact Michelle Madgett at mmadgett@t-mha.org or 805-801-3536

1:00am-2:00pm: Safe Haven-Grounding and Meditation: Soothing the Mind (Hilary) Meditation may boost the immune system. Meditation can help relieve anxiety. Meditation can help us improve emotional health. Let's practice together! To Register for this Group please contact Hilary Lawson at hlawson@t-mha.org or 805-305-3724

2:30-3:30pm: Hope House- Overcoming Anxiety (Steve) Has anxiety ever stopped you in your tracks? Drawing on our collective wisdom, we share skills and techniques that help you manage and move through it. To Register for this Group please contact Michelle Madgett at mmadgett@t-mha.org or 805-801-3536

Friday Groups

12:00-1:00pm: Hope House- Facing Challenge Together (Michelle) This group focuses on growing through adversity by developing skills that foster self-compassion, resilience, and community. To Register for this Group please contact Michelle Madgett at mmadgett@t-mha.org or 805-801-3536

1:30-2:30pm: Life House- Lift Now Support (Susan) Members will have an opportunity to share how they are coping with life's challenges, tips for self-care, and sharing positive affirmations. To Register for this Group please contact Susan Gaoiran at sgaoiran@t-mha.org or 805-305-7721