Upcoming Events
The Mental Health Association is pleased to partner with Rev. Jan Brown, MSC, PRC, CPRS, founder and executive director of SpiritWorks Foundation, to bring you the April Lunch & Learn webinar, where you can learn about current issues and trends regarding substance use in our region. In this presentation, Rev. Brown will touch on current substance use-related trends, address some myths and misconceptions, and present statistics and data regarding issues of concern in the Rappahannock Rapidan region. We will also learn more about peer support and SpritWorks’ Recovery Corps initiative. This is valuable information for human service professionals, faith leaders, educators, and parents.
The Mental Health Association facilitates and promotes mental wellness in Fauquier and Rappahannock counties, and presents special educational events, as well as monthly Lunch & Learn webinars, to address a variety of topics. In 2023, Lunch & Learns will be offered on the second Thursday each month, from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. View our Upcoming Events page to see all of our scheduled educational events and presentations.
Fauquier County Parks and Recreation is holding this family friendly run/walk held on Earth Day along the Warrenton Branch Greenway features stops along the way to collect Earth Day goodies to put in a 100% recycled green race bag. Seed packs, tattoos, stickers, stress balls and more fun items will help focus on this important day while having fun and exercising in nature. Check in starts at 9:30am and race starts at 10:00am. Strollers, bikes, roller skates, scooters, and four legged friends are all invited to join in on the fun!
Come out and find the Mental Health Association on the trek where we’ll provide mental wellness resources and a quick stress-buster activity.
The Mental Health Association and Fauquier County Parks & Recreation have teamed up this month to offer the community several Wellness Walks to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month.
On May 6, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m., the community is welcome to join us for a stroll along the Warrenton Branch Greenway. Bring the dog, the children, your parents, friends and family members. This walk is for all ages! Start your weekend right and join us for this morning walk designed to promote community connection, mindfulness and resiliency. Staff from the Mental Health Association will open with a mindfulness exercise and a brief discussion about the mental health benefits of spending time outside. Let’s all get off our “screens,” and get outside to enjoy nature. Participants are to meet at the Turntable. Registration is required. This event will coincide with the Caboose Open House.
For more information, contact Bridget Downey at bdowney@mhafc1.org.
The Mental Health Association and Fauquier County Parks & Recreation have teamed up this month to offer the community several Wellness Walks to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month.
On May 13, from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., the community is welcome to participate in an evening stroll at CM Crockett Park. The park offers a scenic lake, walking trails, and so much more. Bring the dog, the children, your parents, friends and family members. This walk is for all ages!
This is a free event will begin with a breathing, meditation, or warm up activity, and a brief dialogue about the mental benefits of spending time outdoors. Plus, a staff member from Fauquier County Parks and Recreation will lead participants on a short walk featuring the natural beauty. Participants are asked to meet in the upper parking lot, to the left of the gatehouse. This event also coincides with the Fauquier County Parks & Recreation’s Star Gaze event.
Registration is required. For more information, contact Bridget Downey at bdowney@mhafc1.org.
The Mental Health Association has partnered with Town of Warrenton Parks and Recreation to encourage folks to “Get Outside for Mental Wellness” and celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month. Did you know that being outdoors and being with others can dramatically improve your mental well-being? Come join us to learn more.
We will meet at the WARF front desk and start with a short mindfulness exercise, followed by an easy walk on the WARF trail. The walk will be friendly for those with limited mobility. All ages are welcome!
Questions? Contact Bridget Downey, Program and Events Manager, or call (540) 341-8732.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the Mental Health Association of Fauquier County has created a series of special events, and has signed up to be part of several community events, such as the Get Health Fair at Remington Community Garden. So, come out and see us for some great information and check out the fun activities we will have for the children.
The Mental Health Association and Fauquier County Parks & Recreation have teamed up this month to offer the community several Wellness Walks to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month.
On May 20, from 12pm. until 1pm, the community is welcome to join us for a stroll along paths of the Northern Fauquier Community Park. Bring the dog, the children, your parents, friends and family members. This walk is for all ages!
This is a free event will begin with a breathing, meditation, or warm up activity, and a brief dialogue about the mental benefits of spending time outdoors. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy afterward if you wish!
Registration is required. Please be aware that you will need to sign a waiver upon arrival. For more information, contact Bridget Downey at bdowney@mhafc1.org.
SAVE THE DATE!!
More details will be announced soon for this free Lunch & Learn that will feature a discussion on transitions, including transitioning from high school to college, and to a career from college.
The Mental Health Association facilitates and promotes mental wellness in Fauquier and Rappahannock counties, and presents monthly Lunch & Learn webinars, to address a variety of topics. In 2023, Lunch & Learns will be offered from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month. For more information on this, or future events, please contact Bridget Downey at bdowney@mhafc1.org.