May is Mental Health Month, a time to remember that just like we care for our physical health, we can take action to support our mental well-being every day. For many of us, talking about mental health is a newer conversation, but people have always found ways to cope and support one another. Mental health looks different for everyone. There is no one-size-fits-all approach. What matters is noticing the small ways we show up for ourselves and others before, during, and after challenging moments
Join Tri-City Mental Health in celebrating California's statewide movement, Take Action for Mental Health, and exploring what mental health means to you. This year’s theme, Mental Health is Ours, encourages you to honor what is already there to support you and to take simple, meaningful steps that help you feel steadier, safer and more connected.
Healing can be found in our everday habits, cultures, communities, rituals, and routines, andc cre can show up in everyday moments, like taking care of yourself when you are tired or overwhelmed. For some people, support comes from relationships, professional help and community. For others, it shows up in routines, creativity, quiet moments or simply getting through the day. All of these moments and everday acts of care matter.
Whether you’re looking for new community connections or rediscovering what already helps you feel grounded and supported, this month offers you resources, activities and events to care for yourself and each other.
Get Involved
Throughout the month, Tri-City is hosting free in-person and virtual webinars and events to promote mental health awareness and community connection. Download the May Mental Health Month Event Calendar and check out the events listed below to register.
Check out our Wellness Center and Therapeutic Community Garden for more support groups and activities not listed in the calendar. Please contact Brittany Nguyen, Community Capacity Organizer, at bnguyen@tricitymha.ca.gov.
For more resources, visit Take Action for Mental Health's May is Mental Health Month toolkit. For more events hosted virtually and in-person throughout Los Angeles County, visit the Take Action LA website.
May Mental Health Month Events
Positive Pictures (Creative Minds Art Workshop)
Friday May 8, 2026 | 2 PM–3:30 PM
Gud2Go (350 N Garey Ave Unit 201, Pomona, CA 91767) located inside The Union on Garey
Unplug for a moment and join our community pop‑up art workshop to practice the art of self‑care through creativity. In this hands‑on session, we’ll be crafting Positive Affirmation Frames and Happy Photos Displays: simple, uplifting pieces you can take home as daily reminders to support a healthy mindset. This activity offers a chance to de‑stress, connect with others, and explore how creative expression can be a powerful tool for mental wellness.
Honor Your Feelings Quest (Take Action LA Event)
Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 10 AM–12 PM
Step into Honor Your Feelings Quest and power up your mental health toolkit in real time. This immersive virtual gathering invites you to move through layered, multisensory experiences. Sound, visuals, story, and energy surround you as you explore shared experiences and emotional landscapes that feel both personal and collective. Hosted by Asian Mental Health Project. No RSVP required. For event and contact information, visit the event details on the Take Action LA website.
Virtual Kindness & Compassion Meditation (Take Action LA Event)
Sunday, May 10, 2026 | 9 AM–9:45 AM
On Mother’s Day, join a gentle virtual meditation guided by Dora Kamau, meditation teacher with Headspace, centered on cultivating compassion for ourselves and others. This reflective online gathering offers space to slow down, honor the many ways we give and receive care, and reconnect with what supports our emotional wellbeing. Participants will leave with simple practices that can be integrated into everyday life and shared with their families and communities. Hosted by Black Being. No RSVP required. For event and contact information, visit the event details on the Take Action LA website.
Directing Change Tri-City Youth Film Screening & Recognition Award Ceremony
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 5 PM–7 PM
Pomona Theater (1460 E Holt Ave Entrance 4, Pomona, CA 91767) located inside the Village
Directing Change is part of statewide efforts to prevent suicide, reduce stigma and discrimination related to mental illness, and to promote the mental health and wellness of students. Join us for a special evening celebrating youth voices and excellence in mental health storytelling through film and art!
This festive event will screen short films about mental health, substance use, and suicide prevention created by young people in the Claremont, Pomona and San Dimas schools. There is no cost to participate and this event is open to the community. We hope you can join us for this incredible event to celebrate the hard work, creativity, and immense talent of young people in our local community!
Mental Health 101 Webinar
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | 3:30 PM–4:30 PM via Zoom
Mental health can feel like a tough topic to bring up, especially with the people closest to us. But even a simple conversation can be life‑changing. Join us for a supportive Mental Health 101 session where we’ll explore the spectrum of mental health, clarify the difference between mental health and mental illness, and discuss how stigma can impact overall wellness. Even though this session is virtual, it’s all about helping you understand how mental health works so you can better support yourself and others.
BE WELL. BE MORE. A Black Community Wellness Day (Take Action LA Event)
Saturday, May 23, 2026 | 2 PM–7 PM
406 W 2nd St, Pomona 91766 (Alliance Community Cultural Center)
BE WELL, BE MORE: A Black Community Wellness Day is a free, feel-good event to connect and take care. Join creative workshops using writing and voice to release stress, process emotions, and share your story. Or, join a financial wellness session that names money as a real source of mental pressure and offers practical ways to ease it.
The day also includes an all ages social media workshop focused on healthier online habits and understanding generational perspectives. Enjoy food, music, the Alliance Black Marketplace, and a conversation on Black mental health in a space created by us, for us! Hosted by African American Advisory Alliance. No RSVP required. For event and contact information, visit the event details on the Take Action LA website.
Mental Health First Aid for Youth (Free Community Training)
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
MHSA Administrative Office (2001 N Garey Ave, Pomona, CA)
Every month, Tri-City Mental Health hosts free Community Mental Health Trainings to address ways to support individual and community mental health and build resilience.
Whether you work with children and youth, or you’re a parent or caregiver, you can play a critical role in helping children and youth thrive. Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is designed to teach adults who support and regularly interact with young people how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis, using a 5-step Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE).
This training is free and open to the general public, service providers, community groups, and organizations in Pomona, Claremont and La Verne. For more information, please contact Paul Osorio, Community Behavioral Health Trainer, cmht@tricitymhs.org or 909-242-7636.
Creative Minds Paint & Sip
Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 5:15 PM–6:30 PM
Almond Haus Cafe (909 W Foothill Blvd, Claremont, CA 91711)
Step away from screens for the evening and unwind with a calming watercolor paint‑and‑sip experience. Enjoy boba, explore gentle watercolor techniques, and express yourself through color and creativity. This loosely guided activity offers a relaxing space to slow down, connect with others, and check in with your overall well‑being. All materials are provided.
Connected Through Stories: Iranian Filmmakers in Conversation (Take Action LA Event)
Sunday, May 31, 2026 | 10 AM–12 PM
Centered on the act of telling our stories across distance and time, this virtual gathering brings together Iranian filmmakers and storytellers from across the globe. Through curated film clips and moderated live dialogue, the program explores memory and creativity across generations. We will discuss how artistic expression can support mental health and emotional wellbeing by helping individuals and communities process difficulties, sustain connection, and preserve cultural memory. The event will include on-screen bilingual (Farsi–English) mental-health resources and referral information, encouraging a stigma-free approach to seeking culturally responsive support. For event and contact information, visit the event details on the Take Action LA website.