BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//YouthWell - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:YouthWell X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://youthwell.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for YouthWell REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T170000 DTSTAMP:20260826T224336Z CREATED:20260825T205654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T224336Z UID:10029792-1789286400-1789318800@youthwell.org SUMMARY:Alateen/Alanon Support Group DESCRIPTION:For teens affected by someone’s drinking or addiction. Alateen\, part of the Al-Anon Family Groups\, is a fellowship of young people whose lives have been affected by alcoholism in a family member or friend. Young people aged 12 to 25 who have been affected by someone else’s drinking are invited to share experience\, strength\, and hope with other teens. Please join us. \nWHEN: Sundays from 4:30-5:30pm\nWHO: Young people from 12 through 25\nWHERE: YouthWell – 610 Anacapa Street\, Suite B\, Santa Barbara\nQUESTIONS: Contact Nancy Palmer at 972.898.8133 or https://alanonsantabarbara.org/ URL:https://youthwell.org/event/alateen-alanon-support-group-2/2026-09-13/1/ LOCATION:IN-PERSON/YouthWell\, 610B Anacapa St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States CATEGORIES:Support Groups - youth [10-18] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youthwell.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/alateen.png ORGANIZER;CN="Al-Anon and Alateen Santa Barbara":MAILTO:ListManager@AlAnonSantaBarbara.info <ListManager@AlAnonSantaBarbara.info END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T214958Z CREATED:20260505T214958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T214958Z UID:10028596-1787765400-1787772600@youthwell.org SUMMARY:GRUPOS DE APOYO Zoom - Corazon Latino DESCRIPTION:Corazón Latino is a non-profit dedicated to educating\, empowering\, and supporting the Latinx and underserved communities of the Central Coast. Our mission is to promote emotional well-being\, share resources\, foster civic engagement\, and provide culturally responsive support to the Latinx community. Our Grupos de Apoyo (Mental Health Support Groups) are our core program\, which are led by trained Community Health Workers/Promotores (CHW/Ps) who provide mental health support in Spanish. During the groups we reduce stigma\, teach coping skills (through the Emotional CPR suicide-prevention model)\, connect participants to community resources\, and host presentations from local organizations. Support groups are offered in Santa Maria\, Lompoc\, and on Zoom. \nZOOM: \n\nWHEN: 4th Wednesday of every month from 5:30pm-7:30pm\nWHERE: Virtual on ZOOM\nRSVP: Register here >>\nCONTACT: Maria at 805-621-0666\n\nServicios Bilingues (they are offered completely in Spanish at the moment) Parents & Caregivers as well as ages 18-25 are our main age groups. We also offer free childcare and many participants bring their children 0-18 to the groups as well. URL:https://youthwell.org/event/grupos-de-apoyo-zoom-corazon-latino/2026-08-26/ LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA CATEGORIES:Clases en español,Parent Education,Support Groups - parents,Support Groups - youth [10-18] END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T170000 DTSTAMP:20260304T032317Z CREATED:20260304T032317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T032317Z UID:10028334-1780243200-1780246800@youthwell.org SUMMARY:Nature Group Therapy for Teen Girls DESCRIPTION:A Nature Therapy Group for girls to explore their strengths and power for camaraderie and support\, both with each other and with the earth. This weekend group provides a space to process\, de-compress\, explore\, and connect with what ever is coming up for each group member and be a supportive witness. In addition\, getting to honor the unique needs of each season and what we can learn from mother earth’s cyclical nature. \nThe female nervous system is primed for connection\, yet we live in an increasingly isolated society. Oxytocin is our primary regulator for the female nervous system\, and being in community and nature\, support the production of this impactful hormone. Puberty is an ideal time to learn how we can better support our own nervous system and hormone production\, while supporting our peers as well. \nYour budding teen will get the opportunity to lead\, connect\, speak-up\, disagree\, and learn important self-advocacy skills as they help shape the group and our experience together. URL:https://youthwell.org/event/nature-group-therapy-for-teen-girls/2026-05-31/ LOCATION:nature therapy CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family & Community Groups,Support Groups - youth [10-18] ORGANIZER;CN="Therapy With Jenny Z":MAILTO:therapywithjennyz@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T130000 DTSTAMP:20251103T235122Z CREATED:20251029T223131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T235122Z UID:10026985-1779022800-1779022800@youthwell.org SUMMARY:Alateen/Alanon Support Group - Friendship Center DESCRIPTION:For teens affected by someone’s drinking or addiction. 3 available dates and locations: Sundays at Friendship Center\, Thursdays at SB High School\, and Fridays at DP High School. Alateen is for young people from 12 through 18. Alateen\, part of the Al-Anon Family Groups\, is a fellowship of young people whose lives have been affected by alcoholism in a family member or friend. We help one another by sharing our experience\, strength\, and hope.  ALATEEN CHAT… Chat live with other teens in any of the scheduled meetings! Young people aged 13 to 18 who have been affected by someone else’s drinking are invited to share experience\, strength\, and hope with other teens. \nWHEN: Sundays\, 1:00pm\nWHERE: Friendship Center – 89 Eucalyptus Lane\, Santa Barbara\, CA 93108\nQUESTIONS: Contact Nancy Palmer at 972.898.8133 or scws.org/alateen URL:https://youthwell.org/event/alateen-alanon-support-group-friendship-center/2026-05-17/ LOCATION:Friendshipe Center\, 89 Eucalyptus Lane\, Santa Barbara\, 93108\, United States CATEGORIES:Support Groups - youth [10-18] ORGANIZER;CN="Al-Anon and Alateen Santa Barbara":MAILTO:ListManager@AlAnonSantaBarbara.info <ListManager@AlAnonSantaBarbara.info END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T215235Z CREATED:20260505T215235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T215235Z UID:10028606-1778002200-1778009400@youthwell.org SUMMARY:GRUPOS DE APOYO Santa Maria - Corazon Latino DESCRIPTION:Corazón Latino is a non-profit dedicated to educating\, empowering\, and supporting the Latinx and underserved communities of the Central Coast. Our mission is to promote emotional well-being\, share resources\, foster civic engagement\, and provide culturally responsive support to the Latinx community. Our Grupos de Apoyo (Mental Health Support Groups) are our core program\, which are led by trained Community Health Workers/Promotores (CHW/Ps) who provide mental health support in Spanish. During the groups we reduce stigma\, teach coping skills (through the Emotional CPR suicide-prevention model)\, connect participants to community resources\, and host presentations from local organizations. Support groups are offered in Santa Maria\, Lompoc\, and on Zoom. \nSANTA MARIA: \n\nWHEN: 2nd Thursday of every month from 5:30pm-7:30pm\nWHERE: Santa Maria\, CA\nRSVP: Register here >>\nCONTACT: Silvia at 805-621-1556\n\nServicios Bilingues (they are offered completely in Spanish at the moment) Parents & Caregivers as well as ages 18-25 are our main age groups. We also offer free childcare and many participants bring their children 0-18 to the groups as well. URL:https://youthwell.org/event/grupos-de-apoyo-santa-maria-corazon-latino/ LOCATION:Santa Maria CATEGORIES:Clases en español,Parent Education,Support Groups - parents,Support Groups - youth [10-18] END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T163000 DTSTAMP:20260114T225815Z CREATED:20260114T225232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T225815Z UID:10027324-1773329400-1773333000@youthwell.org SUMMARY:Nature Group Therapy for Girls - 8 wk program DESCRIPTION:The female nervous system is primed for connection. This group allows girls to explore their strength and power for camaraderie and support\, both with each other and with the earth. This after school group provides a space to process\, de-compress\, explore\, and connect with what ever is coming up for each group member. In addition\, getting to honor the unique needs of each season and what we can learn from mother earth’s cyclical nature. \nParticipants will also learn about our need for oxytocin\, the hormone that helps regulates estrogen and our menstrual cycles. Female bodies make up 75%-80% of humans with autoimmune diseases\, and there has been recent research that shows it is link to a lack of support in our hormonal production. We will explore this concept in an age appropriate manner\, that will empower your child for puberty. Your child will get the opportunity to lead\, speak-up\, disagree\, and learn important self-advocacy skills as they help shape the group and our experience together. This will allow them to practice expressing their emotions in a full and healthy way\, allowing them to live an empowered life that doesn’t result in making themselves small. \nI have 2 spots available in this group. Nature location shared upon sign-up. \nPlease feel free to reach out with any questions\, I look forward to connecting! \n\nWHO: Girls ages 9-12\nWHEN: Weekly from January-March 2026 [exact day/time TBD]\nWHERE: Location shared upon signup\nCOST: $50 per session\, $400 total – Sliding Scale Available\nCONTACT: Jenny Ziesenhenne\, \, 805.696.2266 URL:https://youthwell.org/event/nature-group-therapy-for-girls-8-wk-program/2026-03-12/ LOCATION:nature therapy CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Community Events,Support Groups - youth [10-18] ORGANIZER;CN="Therapy With Jenny Z":MAILTO:therapywithjennyz@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T170000 DTSTAMP:20260116T192838Z CREATED:20260116T192807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T192838Z UID:10027390-1773244800-1773248400@youthwell.org SUMMARY:Nature Group Therapy for Youth DESCRIPTION:An 8-week supportive after-school group\, to de-stress\, build resiliency\, and deepen one’s relationship with peers and nature. A non-performance based group\, for your child to get to grow their understanding of themselves\, gain new perspectives\, and appreciate the positive impact they have on all beings around them. \nThis seasonal group has one spot available for Winter 2026. \n\nWHO: Youth ages 10-12\, all genders\nWHEN: WEDNESDAYS from 4:00-5:00pm [Jan 21-Mar 11]\nWHERE: Location shared upon sign up\nCOST: $50/session\, $400 total URL:https://youthwell.org/event/nature-group-therapy-for-youth/2026-03-11/ LOCATION:nature therapy CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Support Groups - youth [10-18],Youth Classes [10-25] ORGANIZER;CN="Therapy With Jenny Z":MAILTO:therapywithjennyz@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T170000 DTSTAMP:20250324T201251Z CREATED:20250206T003422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T201251Z UID:10023263-1770192000-1770224400@youthwell.org SUMMARY:LiFT - Connect With Your Teen About Values and Making Decisions DESCRIPTION:LiFT (Linking Families and Teens) is a FREE 6-hour program that unites adolescents (ages 13-19) and their parental figure* to share family values\, strengthen family ties\, and talk about the difficult things – healthy relationships and sexual health. \n\nConnect with other parents and supportive adults within your community\nParticipants will receive supportive resources and meals!\n\n*You may join the LiFT program with a teenager\, grandchild\, nephew\, niece\, or other important teen in your life* \nLiFT program Overview Video\nInterested? Sign up! \n*Start date and times will be shared after sign up* \nProgramming provided in San Luis Obispo\, Santa Barbara\, and Ventura Counties in both ENGLISH and SPANISH \n  \n  \nLiFT (Linking Families and Teens) es un programa GRATUITO de 6 horas que une a adolescentes (de 13 a 19 años) y a su figura paterna* para compartir valores familiares\, reforzar los lazos familiares y hablar de las cosas difíciles – relaciones sanas y salud sexual. \n\nConéctate con otros padres y adultos de apoyo dentro de tu comunidad\n¡Los participantes recibirán recursos de apoyo y comidas!\n\n*Puedes unirte al programa LiFT con un adolescente\, nieto\, sobrino\, sobrina u otro adolescente importante en tu vida* \nLa fecha y hora de inicio del programa se confirmarán en el momento de la inscripción \nVídeo general del programa LiFT\n¿Interesado? ¡Inscríbase! \n*La fecha y el horario de inicio se comunicarán tras la inscripción* \nEl programa se ofrece en los condados de San Luis Obispo\, Santa Bárbara y Ventura\, tanto en ESPAÑOL como en INGLÉS. URL:https://youthwell.org/event/lift-connect-with-your-teen-about-values-and-making-decisions/2026-02-04/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Activities/Classes,Parent Education,Support Groups - parents,Support Groups - youth [10-18],Support Groups - youth [18-25],Youth Classes [10-25],youthwell newsletter feature END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251229T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251229T180000 DTSTAMP:20250128T225204Z CREATED:20240910T190145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T225204Z UID:10023202-1767027600-1767031200@youthwell.org SUMMARY:Support Group for YOUTH of Addicted Family Members DESCRIPTION:For Youth Ages 12 – 17.\nConducted in English and Spanish \nWhy Participate?\n1) Learn: Youth will receive education around substance use and the disease of addiction.\n2) Feel: Youth will develop positive feelings about themselves and how to cope with problems safely.\n3) Connection: Youth will realize they are not alone and learn about different support systems available. \nFor more information\, please contact: Diversion Programs Coordinator\, Diana Garcia\nPhone: (805)456-1229\nEmail: dgarcia@cadasb.org URL:https://youthwell.org/event/support-group-supportive-education-for-children-of-addicted-family-members/2025-12-29/ LOCATION:Daniel Bryant Treatment Center\, 1111 Garden Street (1st Floor)\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93102\, United States CATEGORIES:Clases en español,Support Groups - youth [10-18],youthwell newsletter feature END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251226T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251226T140000 DTSTAMP:20241216T223702Z CREATED:20241014T174815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T223702Z UID:10021736-1766754000-1766757600@youthwell.org SUMMARY:ILRC Chat Space for teens & young adults DESCRIPTION:Every Friday! Weekly themes\, social connections\, interactive activities\, and peer support. \nIt is for anyone with any type of disabilities to gather and talk about various topics pertaining to disability. \nFOR MORE INFO OR TO REQUEST ACCOMMODATIONS PLEASE E-MAIL JLESNER@ILRC-TRICO.ORG URL:https://youthwell.org/event/chat-space/2025-12-26/ LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA CATEGORIES:Support Groups - youth [10-18],Support Groups - youth [18-25],Youth Classes [10-25],youthwell newsletter feature ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://youthwell.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Calendar-ILRC.png ORGANIZER;CN="Independent Living Resource Center":MAILTO:info@ilrc-trico.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251215T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251215T181500 DTSTAMP:20250820T000000Z CREATED:20250819T235432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T000000Z UID:10026162-1765818000-1765822500@youthwell.org SUMMARY:TeenWell Support Group [in-person] DESCRIPTION:Join our support group for incoming 9th-12th graders\, where you’ll learn valuable skills to regulate emotions\, tolerate stress\, and improve relationships. This is a space to talk about and work through life problems and give and get support with peers and leaders who have you back. COMMITMENT: Min 4-weeks [New members may join at any time] \nDATE/TIME: Mondays • 5:00PM-6:15PM • weekly\nLOCATION: Attend in-person at OpenMinds\, 1919 State St.\nREGISTER>   email: intake@openminds.clinic.  call: 805.500.3131 \nIf you miss the first group\, you can still join! \nGroups are free. Donations are encouraged and appreciated. Some insurances accepted. \nIf you have questions or comments\, please email GROUPS@youthwell.org or call 805.770.1930 ext 103 \nHosted by OpenMinds in collaboration with Youthwell. URL:https://youthwell.org/event/teenwell-support-group-in-person-2-2/2025-12-15/ LOCATION:OpenMinds\, 1919 State St.\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States CATEGORIES:Support Groups - youth [10-18],YouthWell Groups & Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="OpenMinds":MAILTO:intake@openminds.clinic END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251209T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251209T173000 DTSTAMP:20250826T180802Z CREATED:20250826T180802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T180802Z UID:10026183-1765296000-1765301400@youthwell.org SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Youth Club - Fusion Academy DESCRIPTION:Join Fusion Academy for their bi-weekly LGBTQ+ Youth Club! All Santa Barbara County LGBTQ+ identifying teens grades 6-12th welcome. Meet other teens\, share about your experience\, learn from community resources and help build a safe\, supportive and fun space!  \n\nWHEN: 2nd & 4th TUESDAYS each month from 4:00-5:30pm\n[Aug 26\, Sept 9\, Sept 23\, Oct 14\, Oct 28\, Nov 11\, Dec 9)\nWHERE: Fusion Academy Santa Barbara/510 State St STE 200\, Santa Barbara\, CA 93101\nREGISTRATION: REQUIRED >\n\nHosted by Fusion Academy Santa Barbara\, in partnership with Youthwell\, Pacific Pride\, and SBTAN. URL:https://youthwell.org/event/lgbtq-youth-club-fusion-academy/2025-12-09/ LOCATION:Fusion Academy\, 510 State Street suite 200\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States CATEGORIES:LGBTQ+ Support,Support Groups - youth [10-18],Support Groups - youth [18-25] ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://youthwell.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/fusion-logo.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR