May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Let’s Talk, Listen, and Support
Each year, May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to elevate the conversation around mental health, reduce stigma, and remind ourselves—and each other—that mental well-being is essential to overall health.
At Safe Harbor, we believe that everyone deserves access to compassionate support, understanding, and resources that promote mental and emotional wellness. Whether you're managing daily stress, navigating a major life change, or living with a mental health condition, your experiences are valid—and help is available.
Why Mental Health Awareness Matters
Mental health conditions affect 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. each year. Despite how common these challenges are, stigma, shame, and misunderstanding often prevent people from reaching out for support. Mental Health Awareness Month is an opportunity to break those barriers by:
Encouraging open, judgment-free conversations
Sharing stories of resilience and recovery
Promoting access to mental health care and resources
Celebrating the strength it takes to seek help
Life Transitions and Mental Health
Sometimes, the most difficult moments are tied to changes—graduation, loss, moving, relationship shifts, job transitions. These events can deeply impact our emotional state, but with the right tools and support, we can navigate them with resilience and grace.
At Safe Harbor, we offer peer support services, group programs, and outreach centers where individuals can connect, be heard, and begin to heal. Our team is here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
How You Can Support Mental Health This May
💚 Check in on a friend or loved one
🧠 Educate yourself about mental health conditions and available supports
📢 Speak openly about your own experiences
🤝 Volunteer with or donate to local mental health organizations
📲 Share helpful resources on social media (like samhsa.gov/find-support)
You Are Not Alone
No matter where you are in your journey, your mental health matters. If you or someone you love needs support, please reach out—or visit us at one of our Safe Harbor Outreach Centers. Together, we can build a community that prioritizes care, compassion, and connection.
Need Help Now?
Visit: samhsa.gov/find-support or call/text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
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