County unveils inspiring events for National Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month

In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and National Recovery Month, the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to announce a series of community events this September. These events aim to raise awareness, foster open conversations about mental health, and provide vital resources to support individuals on their journey to recovery.

“Each year, DBH is committed to creating spaces where healing, hope, and resilience are celebrated,” said Dr. Georgina Yoshioka, DBH director. “This September, we invite the community to join us in recognizing the strength of those in recovery and the importance of suicide prevention.”

Upcoming Events

Behavioral Health Commission Meeting
Thursday, Sept. 4 | 12 – 2 p.m.
850 E. Foothill Blvd, Rialto, CA 92376
Join the Behavioral Health Commission for its September general meeting, where DBH staff will highlight programming and promotions in honor of Recovery and Suicide Prevention Month. Attendees are encouraged to wear purple (recovery) or teal (suicide prevention).

Annual Recovery Happens
Saturday, Sept. 6 | 2 – 6 p.m.
Sylvan Park, 601 N. University St., Redlands, CA 92374
Celebrate the power of recovery with free food, games, rides and live entertainment for the whole family. This public event honors the resilience of individuals in recovery and the dedication of those who support them.
Register at: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/recoveryhappens2025

The Sound of Recovery Concert
Thursday, September 25 | 7 – 9 p.m.
San Bernardino Valley College, 701 S. Mount Vernon Ave., San Bernardino
Experience real stories of recovery brought to life through music. Local artists will perform original pieces inspired by community members’ journeys of healing and hope.
Register at: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sound-of-recovery

Free Suicide Prevention Trainings: SafeTALK
DBH will also offer SafeTALK, a free three-hour training that equips participants to recognize and support individuals with thoughts of suicide. Attendees will become certified “safeTALK-trained suicide alert helpers.”

Training Dates and Locations:

City	Location	Date & Time
San Bernardino	Dept. of Behavioral Health 303 E. Vanderbilt Way San Bernardino, CA 92408	Sept. 11, 1 – 4 p.m.
Hesperia	Hesperia Police Department 15840 Smoke Tree St. Hesperia, CA 92345	Sept. 15, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Rancho Cucamonga	Central Park 11200 Baseline Rd. Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701	Sept. 18, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Ontario	Mt. Zion Church 224 W. California St. Ontario, CA 91762	Sept. 20, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

For more information and to view promotional flyers, please visit: https://wp.sbcounty.gov/dbh/events/.

Additional County Update News – August 28, 2025