YouthWell

FREE QPR+ Suicide Prevention Training – ZOOM
2026-08-26 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Join our FREE QPR Suicide Prevention training to learn how to recognize the signs of a mental health or substance use challenge in youth, and how to respond with confidence and care.
DETAILS:
• Saturday, April 25th | 10am – 12pm | On Zoom
Both Mental Health First Aid & QPR training empower teens, parents, educators, first responders, and other caring adults with tools and strategies to create a safe and caring community. The #1 protective factor in youth mental health is a trusted adult. You can be that trusted adult who is trained with skills and knowledge about what to do and what to say. Both trainings also educate on available resources in Santa Barbara County.
CONTACT MHTraining@YouthWell.org for information or fill out our INQUIRY FORM. PRINT RACK CARD >

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LEARN MORE ABOUT QPR & MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID & VIEW A FULL SCHEDULE >>
We provide both in-person and virtual trainings in Santa Barbara County
Zoom links are provided after you register for the training.
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YOUTH Mental Health First Aid [MHFA] is a FREE 6.5-hour certification course that teaches community members (18+) how to help someone who may be developing a mental health challenge or coping with a worsening mental health challenge or substance abuse disorder. Participants learn how to recognize, understand, and respond appropriately to signs of mental health challenges of varying intensity, as well as substance use disorders. (3-year certification) REGISTER MHFA >
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QPR [Question, Persuade, and Refer ] is a FREE 2-hour suicide prevention training for participants to learn about community resources in Santa Barbara County and be able to recognize the warning signs of suicide – and question, persuade, and refer people to services who are at risk. (2-year certification) REGISTER >

FREE Musical Learning with Lanny Series - Mosaic Therapy Collective
2026-08-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Grace Fisher’s Inclusive Clubshouse, United States
Join Mosaic Therapy Collective for this FREE musical learning program. Join award-winning children’s musician with over 25 years of experience writing and performing music for kids. This program is free thanks to the support of the Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation.

WHEN: 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month from 11:00am-12:00pm
WHERE: Grace Fisher’s Inclusive Clubhouse, 121 S Hope Ave, Unit F118
COST: $0
CONTACT: Email admin@mosaictherapycollective.com or call 805-617-1115

FREE YOUTH LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP - Visión y Compromiso
2026-08-22 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-15 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-01 09:00 - 15:00 | 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, Santa Barbara, 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, Santa Barbara, United States
The Promotores Institute in collaboration with the Network of Promotoras Central Coast Region are providing a free 8-week training that will help youth (ages 16-22) to enhance skills as community leaders interested in working toward a safer, healthier, and more equitable future.

WHEN: Saturdays, February 14th to April 11th from 9:00am-3:00pm
WHERE: 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, Suite 203, Santa Barbara
REGISTRATION: Register here >>
COST: $0
CONTACT: email andreabarahona@visionycompromiso.org or call 213-522-9147

Through this training you will:

Identify and enhance your strengths and leadership skills
Learn how to develop advocacy skills and create change
Understand the power of media, outreach, and policy
Create your own community project plan

By attending all sessions, you will receive certification as a community promoter/promotora.

Pacific PRIDE Festival 2026 - Pacific Pride Foundation
2026-08-22 | Chase Palm Park, 323 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Save the date for Pacific Pride Foundation’s 2026 Pride Festival!
This year, we rise together in motion.
OUT. PROUD. UNSTOPPABLE.
When our voices become waves, we don’t just show up—we move, we build, we transform. What starts as a single voice grows into a powerful, collective force—rolling forward with visibility, joy, and undeniable momentum. Join us as we turn pride into movement and community into impact. Sponsorship, vendor, and volunteer opportunities will be announced soon—stay tuned for ways to be part of the wave.

WHEN: Saturday, August 22nd
WHERE: Chase Palm Park, Santa Barbara
CONTACT: Call 805-963-3636 or email hello@pacificpridefoundation.org

Friday Night Frisbee at West Beach - SB Youth Ultimate
2026-08-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-14 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-07 18:00 - 20:00 | West Beach
Start your weekends this spring with Friday Night Frisbee! We welcome all 10-14 year old boys & girls that are enrolled in grades 6-8 to sign up for 8 weeks of frisbee fun! No experience is necessary. This is more than just a league, it’s a community event. We’ll have a free “Frisbee Fun Zone” with games set up for siblings, parents and onlookers to enjoy.

WHEN: Fridays (starting March 27th to May 15th) from 6:00pm-8:00pm
WHERE: West Beach
REGISTRATION: RSVP required >>
COST: $200 **financial assistance available
CONTACT: Email friday-night-frisbee-admins@sbyu.ultimatecentral.com

Friday Night Frisbee starts on Friday March 27th from 6-8pm at West Beach and continues until May 15th.

Alateen/Alanon Support Group - Dos Pueblos High School
2026-08-21 10:00, 2026-08-14 10:00, 2026-08-07 10:00 | Dos Pueblos High School, 7266 Alameda Avenue, Goleta, CA, 93117
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.
WHEN: Fridays, 10:00am
WHERE: Dos Pueblos High School, 7226 Alameda Ave, Goleta, CA 93117
QUESTIONS: Contact Nancy Palmer at 972.898.8133 or scws.org/alateen

LGBTQIA+ Support Group - New Beginnings Counseling Center
2026-08-20 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-08-13 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-08-06 17:30 - 19:00 | New Beginnings Counseling Center, 530 E Montecito St Suite 101, Santa Barbara, 93103
New Beginnings Counseling Center is hosting a LGBTQIA+ Support Group series starting April 30th and will be held weekly on Thursdays! This will be a safe, affirming space to process feelings and experiences related to membership in the LGBTQ+ community. Facilitators will be Kaitlyn Barriere (she/her) and Jenn McAmis (she/her). Call the number listed below to join!

WHEN: Thursdays, starting April 30th, from 5:30pm-7:00pm
WHERE: New Beginnings Counseling Center, 530 E Montecito St., Suite 101, Santa Barbara
WHO: Adults & Young Adults 18+
COST: $5 per session
CONTACT: Call 805-963-7777 ext. 1027 OR 1052 for more information or to join

Neurodiversity Social Group for Adults - Mosaic Collective
2026-08-20 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-13 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Grace Fisher’s Inclusive Clubshouse, United States
Mosaic Therapy Collective is hosting a weekly low-key social space for diverse identifying adults seeking social connection. All communication styles are valid and you are invited to seek connection without pressure. You can expect casual and relaxed vibes, quiet activities, and no pressure to socialize. We will meet at Starbucks at La Cumbre Plaza and walk together to do art and hang out at Grace Fisher Clubhouse. Come as you are and stay as you need!

WHEN: Weekly on Thursdays (starting May 14th) at 3:00pm
WHERE: Starbucks, 3815 State St., Santa Barbara
COST: $0
CONTACT: Call 805-617-1115

Alateen/Alanon Support Group- Santa Barbara High School
2026-08-20 10:23, 2026-08-13 10:23, 2026-08-06 10:23 | Santa Barbara High School, 700 E Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103, United States
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.
WHEN: Thursdays, 10:23am
WHERE: Santa Barbara High School, 700 E Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
QUESTIONS: Contact Nancy Palmer at 972.898.8133 or scws.org/alateen

VIRTUAL Support Group for Parents of Teens - Evolve
2026-08-19 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-08-12 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-08-05 17:30 - 18:30 | *VIRTUAL-ZOOM*, ONLINE, CA
Evolve offers free weekly virtual support groups for parents and caregivers of teens. This group provides a safe, welcoming space to connect with other parents, share resources, and talk openly about the challenges of supporting a teen while balancing work, family responsibilities, and self-care. Participants receive practical guidance and emotional support from others who understand the realities of teen mental health and behavioral challenges. You are not alone. This group is designed to help parents feel heard, supported, and connected to others who truly get it.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or unsure where to turn, this parent support group is here for you. It is made up of parents walking a similar path and navigating many of the same struggles.

WHEN: Every Wednesday from 10:00am-11:00am
WHERE: Virtual on ZOOM (link provided after registration)
REGISTRATION: **required REGISTER NOW >>
COST: $0
CONTACT: Call 1-855-890-2493

About Evolve Treatment Centers
provides evidence-based treatment for teens ages 12 to 17 facing mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. Our full continuum of care, exclusively for adolescents, includes outpatient psychiatry and therapy, Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and Residential Treatment Centers (RTC).
*How to Attend*
To join, please complete the registration form on our website. After reviewing your registration, our team will email you a consent form via DocuSign. Once the form is signed, you will receive access details for the Zoom group.

Hearing Voices Support Group - Mental Wellness Center
2026-08-17 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-08-03 14:30 - 16:00 | Mental Wellness Center, 617 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
The Hearing Voices group is a welcoming, peer-led support space for adults who hear voices or have other unusual sensory experiences. The group offers a respectful, non-judgmental environment where participants can share their experiences, feel understood, and connect with others who have similar lived experiences. Participants are encouraged to explore what their experiences mean to them, share coping strategies, and reduce feelings of isolation while building community, understanding, and empowerment.

WHEN: Every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 2:30pm-4:00pm
WHERE: Mental Wellness Center, Second Floor, Conference Room A
REGISTRATION: Register here >>
CONTACT: Call 805-884-8440

YOUTH WORKSHOP: Teens Love Cooking - Foodbank of Santa Barbara County
2026-08-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Santa Barbara Public Library, 40 E Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, 93101, United States
In partnership with the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County, Teens Love Cooking (TLC) is an 8-week program that provides teens (grades 7-12) with the opportunity to become competent, independent and kitchen-savvy by teaching them valuable kitchen and cooking skills. TLC is designed to improve knowledge of food, nutrition and food preparation techniques through an integrated nutrition and culinary curriculum. The courses are held at Central Library and participants must have a signed permission slip to participate. Registration is required and is for the full 8-week course. The course takes place on Tuesdays from June 16 through August 4.

WHEN: Tuesdays starting June 16th through August 4th
WHERE:

TLC currently operates at the following locations: Girls Inc. – Carpinteria, Girls Inc. – Goleta, PSHHC Villa La Esperanza – Goleta, Turner Foundation – Santa Barbara, El Camino School – Santa Maria, Tommie Kunst Junior High – Santa Maria, Fesler Junior High School – Santa Maria, Solvang School – Solvang, Lompoc High School – Lompoc

CONTACT: Email jvalencia@foodbanksbc.org for more info and to sign up!

APPLY NOW: Youth Leadership Camp - Future Leaders of America
2026-08-03 - 2026-08-09
Future Leaders of America is hosting a six-day leadership conference transforming youth into advocacy leaders! At the Youth Leadership Conference, youth ages 13-17 are introduced to the building blocks of leadership through workshops on public speaking, goal setting, assertiveness, advocacy, self-esteem, and higher education. During the conference, participants will build a college plan, grow as leaders in their schools & communities, and engage in meaningful cultural activities.
Session One (for Santa Maria Valley and Lompoc youth):

WHEN: Monday, July 13th to Saturday, July 18th
WHERE: San Luis Obispo
REGISTRATION: Apply here >>
CONTACT: Email ylc@futureleadersnow.org or call 805-387-7244

Session Two (for Santa Barbara, Oxnard, and Port Hueneme youth):

WHEN: Monday, August 3rd to Saturday, August 8th
WHERE: San Luis Obispo
REGISTRATION: Apply here >>
CONTACT: Email ylc@futureleadersnow.org or call 805-387-7244

Applications are open now and available in English and Spanish!
