Polara Health

05/12/2026

Tamara Player, CEO of Polara Health, is joined by Leah May at The Highlands Center for Natural History in Prescott, Arizona to share an important reminder: social connection matters. 💚

Companionship, community, and meaningful relationships play a powerful role in our mental well-being—and sometimes, simply spending time with others can be the support we need.

🌿 A special thank you to the wonderful team at Highlands Center for Natural History for welcoming us into your beautiful space.

Tamara Player, CEO of Polara Health is joined by our Director of Outpatient Services, Leah May at The Highlands Center for Natural History in Prescott Arizon...

05/08/2026

✨ Mental Health Moment ✨
📍 Sharlot Hall Museum | Prescott, AZ

Volunteering isn’t just about giving back—it’s also about finding purpose. 💚

Even the smallest act of service can create a ripple effect: a kind word, a helping hand, a listening ear, or simply showing up for someone who needs support.

When we connect with others through service, we often discover something powerful in return—meaning, belonging, and fulfillment.

Mental Health Moment - Sharlot Hall Museum, Prescott AZWhen you volunteer, you're not just giving your time; you're also discovering purpose. Every action, n...

05/07/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Polara Health Honors Kathy Bashor with 2026 Polara Health Star Award - Recognizing a lifetime of advocacy, leadership, and lived-experience impact in Arizona’s behavioral health system.

Prescott Valley, AZ — Polara Health is proud to announce that Kathy Bashor has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Polara Star Award, honoring her extraordinary advocacy, leadership, and lifelong dedication to advancing behavioral health and wellness across Arizona.

The Polara Health Star Award recognizes an exceptional community member whose efforts have helped reduce stigma, elevate the voices of individuals and families, and create compassionate pathways to healing and recovery.

This year’s recipient exemplifies the true spirit of the award through decades of transformational work and courageous leadership rooted in lived experience.

Kathy is a respected leader and advocate, using her voice to educate, challenge systems, and ensure that individuals receiving care are not only heard, but valued. Her contributions helped reshape how behavioral health services are designed and delivered in Arizona.

As Bureau Chief for the Office of Individual and Family Affairs, Kathy helped develop a nationally respected model that embedded peer and family voice throughout Arizona’s behavioral health system, setting a standard for meaningful inclusion and collaboration.

Now in retirement, Kathy continues to make a lasting impact through her leadership with the Arizona Peer and Family Coalition and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) in both Yavapai County and statewide.

She also brought her journey full circle by serving as a member of the State Hospital Governance Board, where she helps guide oversight and policy—ensuring that lessons learned from patient experience continue to inform care now and into the future.

“For her courage, her advocacy, and her continued dedication to improving mental health systems for others, it is our honor to present Kathy Bashor with the 2026 Polara Star Award,” said Dr. David Fero, last year’s Polara Health Star Award Recipient.

Polara Health is honored to celebrate Kathy Bashor’s legacy and continued commitment to building a stronger, more compassionate behavioral health system for all.

05/07/2026

Stop by and say 'hello 👋' Saturday morning at the Prescott Farmers Market!

Join us at the Quad-Cities Health Fair on May 9th, 2026! 🍎We're connecting residents with local health and wellness resources. Come meet local healthcare providers and non-profits while taking advantage of our free mammogram screenings.

The event will be from 8 AM to 12 PM at the Prescott Farmers Market in the Miller Valley Parking Lot (900 W Iron Springs Rd, Prescott, AZ).

This is a great opportunity to learn more about services available in our community and connect with organizations that care about the health and well-being of Quad-Cities residents.

05/07/2026

Feeling stressed or stuck? Dr. David Fero shares a simple reminder: sometimes the best reset is just stepping outside. 🌿

A little fresh air, sunshine, and movement—even a short walk—can help lift your mood, clear your mind, and support your overall well-being. 🌞🚶‍♂️

Take a moment today for your mental and physical health—you deserve it. 💚

📍 Granite Gardens Trail | Prescott, AZ

Feeling stuck or stressed? Dr. David Fero reminds us how powerful it can be to simply step outside. Getting fresh air, soaking up a little sunshine, and movi...

05/05/2026

📣 Leadership Update at Polara Health

We’re proud to share that Polara Health was featured in today’s The Daily Courier as we prepare for an important leadership transition at the end of June.

As highlighted in the article, incoming CEO Devin Bell will become the organization’s fourth director, continuing a legacy of strong leadership and community commitment. With only four directors in Polara Health’s history, this transition reflects the connection and continuity that has long guided our work.

We’re grateful for Tamara Player’s leadership and excited for what’s ahead as we continue serving Yavapai County with compassion, care, and purpose.

As Polara Health recently celebrated 60 years as Prescott’s founding center for mental health, they also observed another major milestone: a transition to new leadership.

05/04/2026

🌿 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 🌿
This month, Polara Health is excited to share Mental Health Moments—a short video series designed to offer simple, meaningful ideas to support emotional well-being.

Throughout May, we’ll be sharing practical tips, encouraging reminders, and small strategies you can use in everyday life to strengthen your mental health, build resilience, and stay connected.

Because mental wellness isn’t just something we talk about—it’s something we practice. 💚

🎥 Follow along all month as we share these moments of insight, hope, and support.

4 likes. "Joy! A Polara Mental Health Moment with Tamara Player"

05/01/2026

We are grateful to be a recipient of the 2026 Community Health Improvement Grant from Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center.

The grant dollars will be used for supporting the unique Polara Health Integrated Health Navigator Program.

05/01/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month | May Blog Post 🌿

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it’s the perfect time to pause, check in with yourself, and remember that your mental well-being matters.

Self-care doesn’t have to be big or complicated—sometimes it’s the small daily choices that make the greatest difference.

💚 We’ve shared simple ways to prioritize your mental health, build resilience, and stay connected to the support around you.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s take a moment to care for ourselves, connect with others, and embrace practices that promote mental wellness—for ourselves and for the community around us.

04/28/2026

💙What an amazing day at our Walk & Roll – Move for Autism Picnic!

Thank you to everyone who came out to Granite Creek Park to walk, roll, connect, and celebrate together. From community vendors and family fun to bubbles, games, and great food—this day was all about support, inclusion, and joy.

We’re grateful for our community and all who helped make this event so special! 🫧🎨🌭🚶‍♀️

04/25/2026