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Our Youth Space program The LGBTQ Youth Space is honored to be a beneficiary of the Sharks Foundation Sharks Community San Jose Sharks. Hockey is for Everyone Auction presented by Kaiser Permanente Kaiser Permanente Thrive

Special thanks to the San Jose Sharks for supporting The LGBTQ Youth Space in their Hockey is for Everyone Auction presented by Kaiser Permanente Kaiser Permanente Thrive http://ow.ly/Gs6r50EcGjn

Happy #DeStressMonday - today's tip: Focus on positive events to shift your mindset to the positive and deflect #stress. Read more on 3 ways to do that: https://www.mondaycampaigns.org//3-ways-savor-lifes-little

On this Virtual Day of Action, will you join with us to uplift the Asian American community by sharing your commitment to #StopAsianHate? People are being targeted for the language they speak, their accent, where they work, their culture. Let’s work together to end the violence and create kinder, more welcoming, and better community for all.

If you’re a high school student right now, or even a college student, your life is much worse than everyone else, he told me, encouraging parents to validate their kids by saying, This sucks. How am I going to help? Tips for Parenting a Teenager During the Pandemic from a Top Child Psychiatrist: Katie Couric speaks to Dr. Koplewicz from Child Mind Institute: https://www.youtube.com/watch

Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate. May all your wishes come true! We stand together with our Asian communities always, and especially during this time of increased anti-Asian violence and harassment. Racism and xenophobia are not welcome here.

Intimate partner violence is physical violence, sexual violence, stalking, or psychological harm by a current or former partner or spouse. Intimate partner violence happens across all ages, races, genders, sexual orientations, and socio-economic backgrounds. We know that women of color are particularly vulnerable. We can help! If you or someone you know you know in Santa Clara County needs help, please contact us through our confidential hotline or email address: 408.326.0555 or [email protected]

#BlackHistoryMonth & Black #mentalhealth: According to the US HHS Office of Minority Health: Poverty affects mental health status. African Americans living below the poverty level, as compared to those over 2x the poverty level, are 2x as likely to report psychological distress.

The Caminar Mental Health Regional Response Fund allows us to adapt in this pandemic & safely continue mental health & substance use disorder services for people in a crisis, or in recovery. Will you give the gift of #mentalhealth this holiday season? www.caminar.org/donate

More devastating and tragic evidence of the #mentalhealth epidemic within the pandemic: Their world has come to a screeching halt, a lot of them. . . . . We found out too late, and I don’t want other parents to find out too late. https://www.washingtonpost.com//12/16/teen-athletes-suic/

To our donors, funders, and supporters: Thank you for sharing your light with us, you have powered us through COVID-19 and an uptick in demand for #mentalhealth services. As you know, we are in an unprecedented challenge, which calls for an unprecedented response. Please enjoy this video from our CEO, Mark, and remember us this holiday season. https://youtu.be/uCxKQ8YHigE

Check out the #DeStressMonday Most Popular Practices of 2020 - and we can all use some destressing from 2020, right? https://www.mondaycampaigns.org//destress-mondays-most-pop

Election day is just a week away, and election #stress is high - "Nearly 70% of respondents said the elections are a significant source of stress, according to a survey..." Read more + 4 tips on how to manage via @NPR https://www.npr.org//election-stress-getting-to-you-4-ways

The #mentalhealth epidemic within the pandemic: Americans' Mental Health Ratings Sink to New Low https://news.gallup.com//americans-mental-health-ratings-s

Hard choices to be apart this year may mean that you can spend many more years with your loved ones; do what is best for your health and the health of your loved ones. https://www.cdc.gov//your-health/coping-holiday-stress.html

#Stress can cause both emotional & physical harm. Before you feel the physical symptoms, identify your stress triggers. Even if you’re unable to avoid stressful situations, there are plenty of ways to manage it. Today's #DeStressMonday tip: https://www.mondaycampaigns.org/des/stress-haunting-hurting

The holidays, although joyous & festive, can also be difficult & lonely - especially this year. Many of us won't spend this season with our loved ones, but we can still spread & kindness to our family, friends, & anyone who needs it. #DeStressMonday https://www.mondaycampaigns.org//use-acts-of-kindness-to-s

The #mentalhealth epidemic within the pandemic: One in Four Older Adults Report Anxiety or Depression Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic via @KFF https://www.kff.org//one-in-four-older-adults-report-anxi/

Stress, depression and the holidays: Tips for coping - https://www.mayoclinic.org//s/in-depth/stress/art-20047544

The #mentalhealth epidemic: "From the middle of March to October, the proportion of emergency room visits related to children's mental health rose dramatically for school-aged children & adolescents compared to last year, according to the CDC report." https://www.nbcnews.com//covid-stress-taking-toll-children

Wear a mask, wash your hands, and stay apart to help control the COVID-19 virus.

Gyms can increase capacity under the State and local orders. Please help keep them safe by wearing your mask, keeping socially distant and following the safety precautions.

Have you tried mindful attention to control impulses? Mindful attention is accepting any thought or feeling as impermanent. Separate yourself from negative thoughts & there’s little you can’t do! #DeStressMonday - read more: https://www.mondaycampaigns.org//how-to-use-mindful-attent

"Ever since our sense of normalcy has been upended by COVID-19, people have experienced astounding loss and grief even if they may not recognize it" Another important article about the #mentalhealth epidemic within the pandemic: https://www.huffpost.com//therapists-2020-mental-health_l_

The mental health epidemic within the pandemic: "Nationwide, surveys have found increasing rates of depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts during the pandemic." Important article on the #mentalhealth & @physicalhealth impacts of #stress via @NPR https://www.npr.org//sleepless-nights-hair-loss-and-cracke

This #DeStressMonday, look to spread kindness to your community. Think about your daily routine & how you can boost the spirits of the people you see along the way. One action can make a difference & may lead to a chain-reaction of positivity. https://www.mondaycampaigns.org//show-your-community-some-

Do you have a #gratitude attitude? By taking time to appreciate the things most important, we can improve our own well-being & influence the lives of others - both psychologically and physically. Read more about today's #DeStressMonday tip here: https://www.mondaycampaigns.org/d/gratitude-goes-a-long-way

In Concert with Caminar on 10.10.20 - are you registered? Please join us : www.caminar.org/concert And stay tuned... a special treat is coming on our social media channels in the coming days...

Are you registered yet In Concert with Caminar on 10/10/20 featuring the fabulous Sheléa? You won't want to miss it! Event is free, registration required. And, stay tuned: We have a special treat for you in the coming days! https://www.caminar.org//10th-annual-in-concert-with-camin

Time spent outside, in nature, has a very positive impact on our #mentalhealth. This #DeStressMonday, head outside to find the healing powers of the great outdoors! Read more here: https://www.mondaycampaigns.org//find-solace-in-the-healin

On September 10, the Qmunity District, a new LGBTQ+ district, opened on Post Street in downtown San Jose. Our Director of LGBTQ Programs, Adrienne Keel, was an opening ceremony guest. KTVU-TV was on hand for the opening and interviewed Adrienne about the importance of this welcoming and safe space for the LGBTQ community. Check it out here: https://www.caminar.org//14/in-the-news-adrienne-keel-on-k