Mental Health & Wellness Fair

Spring in Coronado brings the celebration of many time-honored and beloved traditions. One of the newest spring events is the Mental Health and Wellness Fair hosted by Safe Harbor Coronado and sponsored by the Coronado Community Foundation. In its second year, the event welcomed the community to try engaging activities, participate in interesting breakout sessions, and meet-up with community partners focused on mental and physical health and wellness.

This year’s fair focused on growing relationships as the cornerstone of connection and community and provided an opportunity to bring the entire Coronado community together. With interactive displays, from Lego construction, to self-defense and kickboxing, to lawn bowling, and special breakout presentations which included healthy eating and understanding how to help manage anxiety, along with special exhibits from local vendors and resources, there was a little something for everyone. Most importantly, it was a chance to bridge the gap between generations and

come together as a community to promote a healthy lifestyle for both mental and physical health. Attendees were able to build a toolbox of local and national resources, while connecting with other community members through activities, conversation, wellness and fun.

Perhaps one of the biggest outcomes from the Safe Harbor Mental Health and Wellness Fair was the clear evidence of the power of relationships. When we can all join forces for a common goal, it creates a supportive and collaborative platform for growth as a community. Health and Wellness is a tremendously broad and comprehensive topic that often means something different to each unique individual – which makes it a nebulous spectrum that is not easily covered by one group. Yet, it is through collaboration, and our support of each other, that we can champion our causes together. This brings recognition, unity and support to help us all achieve wellbeing.

Comprehensive mental health and wellness is an imperative community goal. This year’s Mental Health and Wellness Fair was a shining example of collaboration and community connection. By coming together yearly to build relationships, to highlight our community resources, to connect across the generations, to support each other’s goals, and to learn from each other, our community will become more mentally and physically healthy and resilient. Afterall, we are truly stronger, and healthier together.

Safe Harbor Coronado provides comprehensive mental health services to youth and families in Coronado. Through a range of programs and counseling services, Safe Harbor Coronado empowers individuals to build resilience and emotional well-being while fostering a stigma-free environment for helpseeking behaviors. Safe Harbor’s programs are available to all members of the Coronado community, regardless of financial means. For more information about Safe Harbor Coronado, their programs and services, visit www. safeharborcoronado.org.