May 11, 2020
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and it's up to us to talk about it.
Mental Health & Happiness Series
Join BCHD for the new Mental Health & Happiness Series! Learn how to boost your well-being through evidence-based practices to build resilience, feel more connected and be happier. Attend one or all of the workshops.

All workshops take place on Tuesdays from
12:30 - 1:30 p.m. with a discussion after from 1:30 - 2 p.m.
May 12
Boost Empathy
Support connection
and shift perspective
May 19
Cultivate Bravery
Embrace opportunities
and manage change
May 26
Reaffirm Purpose
Navigate transitions
and focus on meaning
Talk About It Workshops
BCHD, in partnership with our Student Mental Health Provider Task Force and South Bay Families Connected, is launching the virtual “Talk About It” Small-Group Parent Workshop Series. This series will support families at home as they navigate distance learning and help create balance for students and parents.


All Workshops will take place on Thursdays from 1 – 2 p.m.
May 14
Facilitating Family Connection through Physical Activity
May 21
Mindfulness for the Family While Safer at Home
May 28
Managing Family Conflict & Creating Balance at Home
Families Connected Parent Chat
Free Parent Support Group

Mondays
9:50  –  10:50 a.m.

Open to all parents. A support group led by a licensed professional from the Thelma McMillen Center for Alcohol and Drug Treatment at Torrance Memorial Medical Center.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Free Course for Family Caregivers

 Now starting Tuesday, June 2
1 – 2:30 p.m.

An evidence-based, self-care program for family caregivers who are currently involved with providing care to children or adults with chronic conditions.
Virtual Exercise Classes
Live & On Demand Access to Classes

Get unlimited access to all Center for Health & Fitness live virtual exercise classes for $22 in the month of May. Small Group Training is also available virtually for $12 per class. FREE on demand exercise classes you can access from the comfort of your own home are also available.
#LiveWellAtHome and Join Our Challenges!
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Need Help with Health Information and Referrals?
If you or someone you know in the Beach Cities needs assistance with errands, health-related information or referrals, please call our Assistance, Information & Referral line at  310-374-3426, ext. 256 , seven days a week, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. You can also visit us online at  bchd.org/resources