Formerly the Kern County Mental Health Department
Crisis Hotline: 1-800-991-5272
Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
Substance Use Division Access Line: 1-866-266-4898
For NON-Crisis Adult Care:
The Access and Assessment Center: 661-868-8080
Are you 1 in 5?
1 in 5 of us will be affected by mental health or substance use issues in their lifetimes. Chances are that you have someone in your life that is suffering from anxiety, depression, or something more. We're here to tell you that it's OK. That there is a good chance of recovery from mental health issues with treatment and that there is hope.
May is a chance for our community to come together, spread awareness for mental health issues and end the stigma associated with them. The current COVID-19 outbreak and stay home order has only amplified the important need to talk openly about mental health issues and needs.
Help us kick off Mental Health Awareness Month as we light the Kern County Administrative Building GREEN! Tune into the KernBHRS social media channels at dusk to watch the event live
Friday, May 1
Lighting the County Administrative Building
GREEN
May 8-10
If you’ve been waiting for an epic scavenger hunt (social distancing style, of course), KernBHRS has you covered. Local art group Creative Crossings will transform parts of Oleander into chalk masterpieces. Load the family in the car to see how many pieces you can find.
Download Chalk Art Scavenger Hunt Map
Epic Chalk Art
Scavenger Hunt
May 4-8
We also want to see your creative side. Download and color one of
our coloring sheets, Then hang your masterpiece in your window.
Get Creative Coloring Pages
How Do
You Thrive? Virtual Panel
May 22
Everyone faces challenges in life that can impact their mental health. KernBHRS will bring together local mental health experts for our on digital “How Do You Thrive” panel at 3 p.m. Gain insights into mental health, how to identify stressors, and how to find the best outlets for you to manage symptoms.
Mental Health awareness
Spirit week
May 25-29
We’re ending May with a bang with Spirit Week! Send your photos to info@kernbhrs.org and we’ll feature some on
KernBHRS social media channels.
May 25
Mental Health Superhero! Sport superhero gear
May 26
Rockin’ out in May! Dress as your favorite musician
May 27
We’re in this together! Pick someone and be twins for the day
May 28
Get crazy for May! Wear crazy hair and/or socks!
May 29
Get loud with Green! Wear green to show support for Mental Health Awareness Month.