Mental Health Awareness Month: Supporting Our Community at Every Stage of Life
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at Haxtun Health, we believe mental and emotional well‑being is essential at every age—from early childhood through adulthood and beyond. This month, we are proud to offer community events designed to create space for calm, connection, and support for individuals and families across our region.
Creating Space to Slow Down and Reset
Life moves fast, and stress can affect anyone. As part of our commitment to whole‑person care, Haxtun Health is offering a free, calming group wellness session open to the entire community.
This quiet experience focuses on relaxation, stress relief, and emotional well‑being in a peaceful, supportive environment. There is no talking required—just a safe space to sit, rest, and allow your body and mind a moment to reset.
Calming Group Wellness Session
- When: Thursday, May 14
- Where: Haxtun Community Center
- Cost: Free, open to the community
- Note: Please eat prior to attending
- Spots are limited – call 970‑774‑6123 to reserve your place
- Available Spots: 10:30-11:30 am, 1:00-2:00 pm, 3:00-4:00 pm
This offering is part of our ongoing effort to support adult mental health in approachable, non‑intimidating ways that meet people where they are.
Supporting Mental Health from an Early Age
Mental health awareness starts early—and conversations about emotions, body awareness, and self‑regulation can make a lifelong difference. That’s why Haxtun Health is also hosting Kids’ Story Hour for Mental Health Week, featuring the book Listening to My Body by Gabi Garcia.
This engaging and interactive story helps children learn to:
- Recognize and name their feelings
- Understand how emotions show up in their bodies
- Practice simple, age‑appropriate calming strategies
Kids’ Story Hour
The story will be read by Rachael Fryrear, who is passionate about helping children and families build healthy emotional skills from the very beginning.
Kids’ Story Hour for Mental Health Week
- When: Monday, May 11, 9:30–10:30 a.m.
- Where: Haxtun Community Center
- Who: Children ages 4–12 (with a parent or guardian)
- Cost: Free to attend
👉 [Learn more about Rachael Fryrear and her services at Haxtun Health]
Meet Rachael Fryrear: Supporting Children and Families
Rachael Fryrear provides care at Haxtun Health with a focus on helping children and families navigate emotional health in practical, compassionate ways. Her work centers on building awareness, resilience, and healthy coping skills that support both mental and physical well‑being.
Through services like family support, emotional education, and community outreach, Rachael helps parents and caregivers feel empowered while giving children tools they can use for a lifetime.
Community Care for All Ages
Mental health is not one‑size‑fits‑all—and it’s not limited to one stage of life. Whether you are a parent supporting a child, an adult managing daily stress, or someone simply needing a moment of calm, Haxtun Health is here for you.
Throughout Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond, we remain committed to:
- Accessible, community‑based care
- Education and prevention across all ages
- Creating safe, welcoming spaces for mental and emotional well‑being
Call our Specialty Clinic at 970-774-6123 to schedule a time with Rachael or to virtually meet with our telepsychiatrist.
