In recognition of September as National Recovery Month and National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to announce a series of events aimed at promoting mental health awareness, supporting individuals in recovery and preventing suicide. These events will take place throughout September and are designed to engage the community, provide valuable resources and foster an environment of understanding and support.
To kick off the month, join the Behavioral Health Commission for their September general meeting. Department staff will showcase different programming and promotions at this month’s celebration of National Recovery Month and National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Attendees are encouraged to wear purple, the official color for recovery, or teal for suicide prevention.
- Behavioral Health Commission Meeting
- Thursday, Sept. 5
- Noon – 2 p.m.
- Location: 850 E. Foothill Blvd., Rialto, CA 92376
National Recovery Month Events
National Recovery Month celebrates the gains made by those in recovery from substance use disorders. This year’s theme, “Every Recovery Story Matters,” emphasizes the importance of sharing personal experiences to inspire hope and resilience.
- Annual Recovery Happens Community Fair
- Saturday, Sept. 14
- 3 – 8 p.m.
- Location: Inland Empire 66ers Stadium, 280 South E St., San Bernardino
RSVP: www.eventcreate.com/e/recoveryhappens2024
Recovery Happens is a celebration of the power of resilience through recovery and a chance to recognize the hard work and dedication of our staff and community, who strive to help others live a life in recovery. The event is open to the public and includes free food, games, rides and live entertainment for the entire family.
The Sound of Recovery brings life to real stories of recovery through the art of music. Artists throughout the Inland Empire create powerful renditions of community members’ real-life stories, celebrating the power of hope and healing. The Sound of Recovery is an annual event and partnership with San Bernardino Valley College. Don’t miss out on this inspiring production.
- The Sound of Recovery
- Thursday, Sept. 26
- 7- 9 p.m.
- Location: San Bernardino Valley College, 701 S. Mount Vernon Ave., San Bernardino
- RSVP: www.eventcreate.com/e/soundofrecovery2024
National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Events
September is also dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention. DBH will host a live recording of their Resilient and Real podcast episode titled “Promote Hope. Let’s Talk.” The episode will consist of an open dialogue about mental health and suicide prevention, featuring Noah J. Whitaker as the panel’s keynote speaker, a passionate advocate for postvention. His motivation stems from personal experience. He never met his paternal grandfather, who died by suicide at age 52 before Noah’s birth. The panel members also include behavioral health director Dr. Georgina Yoshioka and associate medical director Dr. Rishi Parikh, who will share stories, insights and resources that can help save lives and foster understanding within our community.
- Resilient and Real Summit
- Wednesday, Sept. 18
- 8 a.m. – noon
- Location: Epic Events Center 12469 Foothill Blvd., Rancho Cucamonga
- RSVP: www.eventcreate.com/e/resilientandreal2024
Throughout the month, the DBH Office of Suicide Prevention will host free community trainings throughout San Bernardino County. SafeTALK is a three-hour training where participants will learn how to recognize and support a person with thoughts of suicide. Participants will become a “safeTALK-trained suicide alert helper.”
| Date | Time | Location |
| Sept. 10 | 9 a.m. – noon | WET Training Center, San Bernardino |
| Sept. 14 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Mt. Zion Church, Ontario |
| Sept. 16 | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Yucaipa Community Center, Yucaipa |
| Sept. 19 | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | The Flipside Church, Rancho Cucamonga |
| Sept. 24 | 9 a.m. – noon | Abundant Living Family Church, Hesperia |
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a free two-day workshop designed for all community members. This training will enhance a person’s ability to assist a person at risk of suicide.
- Sept. 26 – 27
- 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- One Stop TAY Center – 780 E. Gilbert St., San Bernardino
Training and registration information can be found on the Office of Suicide Prevention website: https://wp.sbcounty.gov/dbh/osp/.
We invite all residents of San Bernardino County to participate in these important events throughout September. Together, we can create a supportive community that promotes recovery from substance use disorders and raises awareness about suicide prevention.
For more information about event details or how you can get involved, please visit our website at www.wp.sbcounty.gov/dbh/ or contact us at dbh_pio@dbh.sbcounty.gov.
Let’s work together to ensure that every story matters!
If you are interested in attending any of these events, registration is required and free of cost.
For more information, visit https://wp.sbcounty.gov/dbh/events/.
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