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Let's Talk About It January 4, 2024: The Mental Health Support of Pet Ownership - Devon Apodaca, Executive Director Humane Society of Imperial County

The mental health benefits of owning a dog or cat have been proven by many scientific studies. Animals help bring joy, a sense of companionship and responsibility. Join Devon Apodaca, the Executive Director of the Imperial County Humane Society as we celebrate the mental health support of pet ownership.

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Let's Talk About It January 11, 2024: The Value of Healthy Sleeping to Mental Health - Albert Romero, BS RPSGT Technical Director Imperial Valley Sleep Center

Sleep is a vital, but commonly overlooked component to both mental and physical health. With a multi-tasking world driven by electronic devices seemingly always at our sides, the critical aspects of establishing and maintaining healthy sleep hygiene become critical to obtaining the benefits of healthy sleep. Join us as Albert Romero from the Imperial Valley Sleep Center, share more about the benefits and the practicing of healthy sleep

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Let's Talk About It January 18, 2024: The Path of the Butterfly - Dulce Lopez, Psy.D. Psychologist Motivational Speaker

This week's guest, Psychologist Dulce Lopez, Psy.D. shares her life philosophy with us all. The METAMORFOSIS of the butterfly is utilized as a metaphor to describe the ongoing transformation/ transmutation that we experience throughout our lifetimes... The premise and foundation of my soul-work is to HEAL through LOVE. When we choose to walk the path of love...our whole world changes." Join us for this amazing story that can help any of us to reclaim our human magic, kindness towards ourselves and others, and put the struggles we all face into perspective.

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Let's Talk About It January 25, 2024: When Love Goes Into Food: Mental Health Support From a Meal - Rina Godoy Owner Antojitos Como en Casa and Roberto Perez Head Chef Antojitos Como en Casa

Research finds that people who eat home-cooked meals on a regular basis tend to be happier and healthier and consume less sugar and processed foods, which can result in higher energy levels and better mental health. For those who have discovered the joy of cooking, the magic of combining ingredients into flavors that nurture and sustain our loved ones fulfills and inspires us. Join Rina Godoy and Roberto Perez, the owner and head chef of Antojitos Como En Casa Restaurant as they share their story and their passion for adding love to food.

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Let's Talk About It February 1, 2024: Exploring the Links Between Nutrition and Mental Health - Dalia Rodriguez Owner, Fitness Oasis Health Club & Spa

Nutrition is a very important aspect of our everyday life, yet often overlooked as a building block, not only of physical health, but mental health as well. Proper nutrition practices fuel our bodies and minds with healthy vital nutrients so they may function efficiently through out the day. Join Dalia Rodriguez, owner of Fitness Oasis, as she describes healthy nutrition habits, the process of commitment, financial considerations and how healthy nutrition supports mental health.

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Let's Talk About It December 7, 2023: Youth Opioid Response Grant - Christen Magana, Program Supervisor, Adolescent Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services

In the midst of the fentanyl crisis, the Youth Opioid Response Grant assists youth and young adults ages 12 to 24 with opioid use and/or stimulant use disorders by enhancing the availability of treatment services. The substance use disorder services offered by Imperial County Behavioral Health are responsive to youth and young adults, considering their family values, beliefs, norms, socio-economic, and cultural context, provided in a non-judgmental environment, which promotes independence and community integration for individuals with the support of family, peers, and the community.

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Let's Talk About It December 14, 2023: Mental Health of Family Caregivers - Sarah Enz, J.D.,Public Administrator, Guardian, Conservator, Area Agency on Aging Director

Caregiving, for our elderly and others with caregiving needs, is a selfless act of love that is a critical element of our community fabric. Yet who cares for the caregivers? Caregivers face a challenge of providing support to everescalating needs. Trying harder and harder, the caregivers are pushed to their limits, in physical and mental health. Join us as Sarah Enz, Director of the Area Agency on Aging shares ways to determine if the caregiver needs additional support along with resources and self-care tips.

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Let's Talk About It December 21, 2023: Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention - Judith R. Klein-Pritchard, Director of Legal Services WomanHaven A Center for Family Solutions

The connection between sexual assault and lifelong mental health concerns related to trauma is unfortunately too common. Join us as we shine light into the truths and consequences of sexual assault with WomanHaven-A Center for Family Solutions Director of Legal Services Judith Klein-Pritchard, in an attempt to support a safer, healthier Imperial Valley for everyone.

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Let's Talk About It December 28, 2023: Ecotherapy: Finding Peace in a Changing Climate - Maia Kiley, LMFT, Certified in Ecotherapy

Concerned about climate change? Disconnected from nature? Feeling sad or worried most days? Climaterelated anxiety and depression are increasingly being identified as a part of the mental health crisis experienced primarily in youth and young adult populations. Ecotherapy is a guided nature-based mindfulness process intended to support easing some worry and sadness while maintaining and enhancing the love of planet and place that so many feel. Join us as ecotherapist and licensed clinician Maia Kiley shares tools and tips for embracing self and planet

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