To honor Mental Health Awareness Month, the Santa Barbara Mental Wellness Center (MWC) is putting on countywide events to highlight mental health issues. This year’s events align with the national awareness campaign.
In conjunction with Santa Barbara County Behavioral Wellness, MWC is inviting residents and businesses to “light up green,” meaning illuminate their buildings and homes in green lights throughout the month as a sign of solidarity for mental health issues, as this is the official color of mental health awareness.
The Mental Wellness Center is also returning its highly anticipated and beloved Artful Minds Art Faire for its 29th consecutive year. The event will showcase the talents and experience of more than 50 artists living with mental illness, featuring the mediums of painting, drawing, jewelry, and sculpture.
“Artful Minds creates a haven where individuals facing mental health challenges can celebrate and showcase their creative gifts, shifting focus from diagnosis to artistic achievement in an environment of acceptance and encouragement,” said Annmarie Cameron, CEO of Mental Wellness Center…