In order to observe and honor Mental Health Awareness Month, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital in Santa Clarita is scheduled to offer a variety of resources to the community throughout the month of May. 

The services offered is expected to include classes and events to promote the importance and maintenance of mental health. With the extent of the pandemic’s effect on mental health still largely unknown, learning more about mental health maintenance and the realities of living with mental health issues is vital. 

One in five Americans on average will experience problems in their mental health at some point during their lives, so officials recommend everyone be compassionate, vigilant, and informed about mental health, officials said.

“On Saturday, May 1, staff from Henry Mayo’s Behavioral Health Unit is set to be at the Valencia Town Center (near MAC Cosmetics) to provide mental health information and resources. On May 19, Henry Mayo encourages the community to wear green in promotion of strong mental health,” said Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital. 

Throughout the month of May, Henry Mayo is anticipated to be providing over 15 mental health-focused classes open to the community. Courses offered are set to include “Practicing Mindfulness,” “Mental Health Awareness: Your Mind Matters (Question and Answer),” “Digital Detox,” “COVID-19’s Impact on Mental Health: How to Protect Your Mental Well-Being in the Time of the COVID-19 Pandemic,” and more. 

Santa Clarita community members are being encouraged to submit a completed hospital-provided coloring page to marketing@henrymayo.com by May 28 to be entered to win a prize. 

To download the hospital-provided coloring page, visit the website.

For more information all of Henry Mayo’s Mental Health Awareness month offerings, visit the website.

Anyone seeking information about mental health resources available in the Santa Clarita Valley can click here for a list of resources. There are 24-hour phone numbers available. In the event of an emergency, 911 should always be the first call. Those looking to speak with someone can call:

• 1-800-273-8255 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

• 1-800-854-7771 for the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

• 1-800-784-2433 for the Treatment Advocacy Center

• 661-259-9439 for the SCV Child & Family Center

• 661-288-4800 for the Santa Clarita Valley Mental Health Center

• 661- 765-8445 for Insight Treatment Santa Clarita

800-852-8336 Teen Line Peer Suicide Prevention 6-10 p.m.  or text TEEN to 839863

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