Wellness Works Glendale

08/12/2020

NOOW ANNOUNCEMENT:

It may come as no surprise in a time of global pandemic that like so many annual events in 2020, this year's 'Not on our Watch' will be cancelled. While each of your safety is our priority we also recognize that our mission to prevent Veteran su***de is more essential than ever.

We ask that during the September 11-13th time period this year you remember the fallen by wearing your dog tags, bracelets and tee-shirts; post selfies and pay tribute on Facebook, , or email to us for our website.

We are planning for an in-person gathering at Verdugo Park in Glendale for the 2021 event.

Please mark your calendars for next year's event in September. During this temporary waiting time each of us can stand watch wherever we are and help those who have born the battle too long.

With much care and respect to you who have been our supporters and strength, we offer deep gratitude.

--The Not on our Watch Committee

06/08/2020

Wellness Works - Community Updates - https://mailchi.mp/dc5a0db445f1/wellness-works-important-community-updates-9277492

05/26/2020

In case you missed it...

LA, we’re all going through the current crisis together. Headspace has partnered with the LA County Department of Mental Health to provide support and resources during this challenging time.

05/22/2020

Wellness Works - Memorial Day Remembrance - https://mailchi.mp/356e0460110a/wellness-works-important-community-updates-6975808

05/20/2020

"Having this self-awareness — otherwise known as mindfulness — which is what's developed through the process of seeing your distractions and then beginning again (gently over and over and over again), that is a game-changing skill. Because ... this nonstop conversation ... is a central feature of your life — whether you know it or not, we're all walking around with this inner narrator that if we broadcast loud, you would be locked up. And when you're unaware of this cacophony internally, it's owning you all the time. And what we're doing in meditation is dragging all of this nonsense out of the shadows and into the light."

ABC news correspondent Dan Harris was broadcasting live in 2004 when he experienced a panic attack. He credits meditation with helping him work through his anxiety — both then and now.

05/15/2020

Another resource for you and your loved ones during this time. https://www.wellnessworks4veterans.org/post/from-our-friends-at-the-institute-for-healing-of-memories-north-america

We received a message of resources that we would like to share with you from the Institute for Healing of Memories - North America. IHOM Gatherings of Support and Healing! The Institute for Healing of Memories-North America, is a non-profit organization which offers Healing of Memories (HOM) worksho...

05/07/2020

May is Mental Health Month, and Wellness Works wants you (whether you are a Veteran or a supporter of Veterans) to make your mental health a priority. Here is one place to start your journey.
https://maketheconnection.net/mhm?utm_source=lnks.gd&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=vetresources&utm_content=mhm-feature1

Make your mental health a priority. This Mental Health Month, explore mental health resources for Veterans.

05/04/2020

Another resource for anyone that needs it. We hope you have a wonderful Monday.

Is the coronavirus pandemic affecting your mental health? Access free support from top US mental health providers. Get Help Now You’ll find everything related to mental health, su***de prevention, crisis intervention, and COVID-19 right here. As COVID-19 spreads across our country, a group of acti...

05/04/2020

Wellness Works - Community Updates - https://mailchi.mp/19c9551b1651/wellness-works-important-community-updates-6956076

04/30/2020

A wonderful app to try!

LA, we’re all going through the current crisis together. Headspace has partnered with the LA County Department of Mental Health to provide support and resources during this challenging time.

04/20/2020

San Fernando Valley Counseling Center (a community-based nonprofit) is offering virtual/phone counseling sessions for individuals impacted by COVID-19. If you are a Veteran interested in receiving services, please contact us through the FB Messenger app or email lmizuno@wellnessworksglendale.org, and we will connect you.

04/15/2020

Here is another resource for individuals and families. With support from the Office of Mayor Eric Garcetti and the Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles, the Angeleno Card provides financial assistance for in-need households via no-fee prepaid cards provided by Mastercard's City Possible network. https://hcidla.lacity.org/

With support from the Office of Mayor Eric Garcetti and the Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles, the Angeleno Card provides financial assistance for in-need households via no-fee prepaid cards provided by Mastercard's City Possible network in amounts determined according to the following table:

04/10/2020

Check out this opportunity by Heidi Duckler Dance - Veterans on the Move - Online Movement Classes!

"We are now holding two online classes per week through June. Information to join the classes is below. The links for these classes stay the same each week.

Mondays @ 1pm via Zoom
Join URL: https://zoom.us/j/306519333
Meeting ID: 306-519-333

Saturdays @ 12pm via Zoom
Join URL: https://zoom.us/j/925747100
Meeting ID: 925-747-100"

This looks like a fun thing to try at home!

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04/08/2020

This is certainly a very challenging time, and we hope you and your loved ones are safe and well. Our ability to support you is unfortunately limited, but we would like to continue to provide you with information that can be useful.

Please check out this short guide of strategies and resources that may help you manage your stress while you are at home that was developed by California State. https://covid19.ca.gov/manage-stress-for-health/

04/04/2020

We hope you're all keeping up with the social distancing, but if you must go out into the public, here is an easy, no sew option for a cloth mask. https://nypost.com/2020/04/03/how-to-make-a-diy-no-sew-face-mask-with-fabric-and-hair-elastics/

Now that experts suggest that wearing a mask or face covering is helpful against the coronavirus, folks are scrambling to make their own rather than tap into the supply of surgical face masks neede…

04/02/2020

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) began deploying Mobile Vet Center units to expand direct counseling, outreach and care coordination to Veterans in communities affected during the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=5407

Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

03/23/2020

Wellness Works recognizes that at this time, though we are unable to provide services, our Veteran community is still in need. Here are some resources that may help you during this time.
https://www.wellnessworks4veterans.org/resources

Wellness Works recognizes that at this time, though we are unable to provide services, our Veteran community is still in need. Here are some resources that may help you during this time.