History of World Mental Health Day

In 1992, the World Federation of Mental Health led by the deputy secretary-general at the time, Richard Hunter, created World Mental Health Day. They didn’t have a precise objective other than to advocate for mental health as a whole. 
The themes for World Mental Health Day expanded along with the times. Women, children, health, work, trauma, suicide, and so much more became a part of the conversation. This year the focus is on Transforming Mental Health for all through three transformative paths: Deepen value and commitment, reshape environments and strengthen mental health. WHO is encouraging the implementation of model networks of community-based mental health services. ​

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How to Observe World Mental Health Day

​Come to our Event
FBH is strengthening mental health care by continuing to build a community based diverse team of dedicated therapists that are passionate about providing quality Mental Health Treatment and dedicated to person-centered, human rights-based care. We offer a sliding fee scale to make mental health more affordable and accessible for all.

In an effort to reshape environments we are hosting our very first Mental Health Pachanga, Saturday October 22nd 1-5PM Let's come together and reshape environments. Let's talk about mental health at home, school, workplaces, health care systems, communities and all environments.
​ #mentalhealthmatters #northernnevada #sparksnevada #renonevada #who #worldmentalhealthday #familybehavioralhealth #WorldMentalhealthpachanga 
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Join us everyone is invited! This is a Free Family Event.
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​Follow the Theme
Each year, there’s a new theme and even if it doesn’t directly involve your struggles, you can still learn from it. Spend some time and research the subject. Awareness extends beyond yourself, and it could provide you with the proper tools to better understand others.

World Mental Health Day is October 10, 2022 and the theme is "‘Make Mental Health & Well-Being for All a Global Priority" Learn more from the World Health Organization.
Give Mental & physical Health equal priority
There are many changes you can make to your life that can continue beyond World Mental Health Day. Practicing good self care is a important you can do this by developing a regular sleep routine, adjusting your diet to healthier options, taking lunch breaks, and going on long walks are just some of the options. The point of self-care is to understand your specific needs. Find time to ask yourself what you want and go for it. Are you ready to add more? This year set a goal to give mental and physical health equal priority. Check out the slides below to learn how to connect, function, cope and thrive (WHO, 2022).

About the Pachanga

World Mental Health Pachanga was coined by our very own marriage and family therapist Intern Lourdes Calzada one afternoon on a Monday during a staff meeting. The festival was created to bring the Sparks community together for a day of celebration to di-stigmatize mental health.  Our hope is to increase awareness of mental health services, reduce barriers to access of services regardless of economic or legal statues, and to increase our community's knowledge of ways to improve mental health. We hope this becomes an annual event. This year together with our many partners we plan on bringing you a fun day of music, food trucks, children's workshops, speakers and activities. Check out the rest of the event page to learn more. 
Stigma and discrimination continue to be a barrier to social inclusion and access to the right care; importantly, we can all play our part in increasing awareness about which preventive mental health interventions work and World Mental Health Day is an opportunity to do that collectively. We envision a world in which mental health is valued, promoted and protected; where everyone has an equal opportunity to enjoy mental health and to exercise their human rights; and where everyone can access the mental health care they need.
​ -WHO​

Kids Self-Care Workshops

EMOtion Wheel
More details coming soon.
SPONSORED BY: FUNKY CHICANOS ​
Listening To my Body
More details coming soon. 
Hula Hoop Pass/Human Knot
Sierra Nevada Journeys is hosting a workshop. More details coming soon. 

 Sierra Nevada Journeys & University of Nevada, Reno Extension is hosting a workshop!

Performers

​Ballet Folklorico Flor de Castilla

bffcreno.org

Advocacy   -  Diversity  -  Meaningful Connections
Founded by experienced LatinX folklorico dancers, BFFC, strives to enrich our community by showcasing Mexican/ Latinx culture. There Folkloristas, volunteers, and members advocate for individuals from all walks of life and celebrate diversity. They teach children, teenagers, and adults from different backgrounds, skill sets, and cultures ballet folklorico (traditional Mexican dance) all while exploring their interests. 
Act: Ballot Florklorico
Time: TBA

MVP Performing Arts

mvp-dance-studio.business.site​

Self-Esteem    -    Fun      -     Building Futures​
MVP performing Arts is an urban dance studio, they focus on the future of  kids by helping them improve there self esteem through dance coordination and rhythm. They were established in 1999 and are in the Reno and they offer a variety of enrichment programs including Hip hop, Spanish dancing, performance arts and  fitness. All ages are welcomes to join and participate.
Act: Mental Health Skit & Urban Dancing
​Time: TBA

MJ Ubando, MFA Literary nonfiction, Spoken Word Poet

MJ Ubando is a proud Filipina America raised in Reno and currently adulting in Sparks. She taught Creative Writing and English as a secondary education teacher. She was a member of the Spoken Views Poetry Collective and coached students in national poetry competitions. Her writing has been featured in This is Reno, The Reno News & Review, Nevada Humanities, and Sundance Bookstore.
Act: Spoken Word Poetry Title: "Graduation", "Anywhere & Everywhere", "How to breathe" 
​Time: TBA

Jennifer Calzada- B.A. Psychology, Spoken Word Poet

Jenny was born and raised in Reno and recently implemented jiu jitsu and Latin dance as part of her weekly routine aside from writing spoken word poetry. She started out performing on stage with Spoken Views Collective and later cofounded Wolf Speaks, UNR’s spoken word poetry club. Her writing explores topics surrounding mental health, grief, and her experience being Mexican-Salvadorian.
Act: Spoken Word Poetry
​Time: TBA
Orlando OH (@sanasanaofficial) 
Niño Santo (@ninosantomusic) ​

Orlando Ortiz - Spoken Word Poet, Musician and Visual Artist

Orlando Ortiz is a Indigenous and Chicano Spoken word poet, Musician and Visual Artist. Ortiz is a proud board member of Nevada Native Non-profit tribal minds Inc and a member of 2017 Reno National poetry slam team. He is also a theater actor and was involved in the production musical and play "Generation We". You can see the mural he created inside of the UNR Multicultural Center. Ortiz is a self published Author of "The red book".
Act: Spoken Word Poetry Poem Title: "Sana Sana", "Soul Beautiful", "Peeheemuhuh", "She Loves Hard"
Time: TBA
"Sana Sana" is a song about immigration and the resilience of people to heal from difficult circumstances through culture. "Soul Beautiful" is a love song to the brown women who raised us as mothers, cared for us sisters and love us as partners. Its a reminder to our women that brown is beautiful. "Peeheemuhuh: is a call to honesty about the transition to "green" technologies and respect of Native sovereignty. "She loves hard" is a love song about life and the transitions from this side to the other.

Mariachi Lobo De Plata

Our closing act will be live music by the talented Mariachi Lobo de Plata. 
Act: Live Mariachi Music
​Time: 4:30 PM
Closed: Interested in performing - Click here!

Speakers

Mental Health destigmatization and awareness only improves with advocacy and action and that's why we need to talk about mental health. Let's talk about Mental Health with special guests who will share on the topic. Why? Well, If we talk about Mental Health now, our kids and next generations to come will benefit.  

Oscar Delgado MSW, MUP

Oscar is  Mexican and City of Reno Council Member for Ward 3, he is the CEO of Community Health Alliance and was Awarded the 2021 PBS Reno Spotlight Award for Extraordinary Community Group, as well as nominated 2022 HealthCare Hero in Nevada Business Magazine. 
Oscar will be a part of our event kick off and will speaking on the importance of mental health. 

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Masters in Social Work Masters in Urban Planning

Ph.D., Clinical Psychology M.A., Clinical Psychology, B.A., Psychology

Anayansi Lombardero, PhD

Dr. Lombardero is a Latina Clinical Psychologist and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Nevada, Reno, School of Medicine. In her clinical work, teaching, and research, I focus on health psychology. In her practice, she treats depression, anxiety, sleep, and focus on healthy living.
Dr. Lombardero will be speak at out during our closing remarks at the end of the event and will be sharing with us Que es la Salud mental? (What is Mental Health)​

Loteria 

We will be playing LOTERIA. The entire family is invited. Have fun playing Loteria and if you win, pick from a selection of prices donated by Funky Chicanos.
​​Lotería (Spanish word meaning "lottery") is a traditional game of chance, similar to bingo, but using images on a deck of cards instead of numbered ping pong balls. Every image has a name and an assigned number, but the number is usually ignored. Each player has at least one tabla, a board with a randomly created 4 x 4 grid of pictures with their corresponding name and number. Players choose a tabla (Spanish word for "board") to play with, from a variety of previously created tablas, each with a different selection of images. Traditionally beans are used as markers. 

VIP Loteria Guest

​Donald Abbott
Ward 1 City of Sparks Councilman

Vendors

Vendors will be onsite during the entire duration of the event. Check out the booth to learn/shop engage and don't forget to pick up a treat - Trick or Treat. Many of the booths will also be offering a kid friendly game or activity. 

Antojitos

Servicios de Fiesta

Tienditas

Servicios para la comunidad

Mi Familia Vota

A Bailar

Raffle

Thank You! JJ Escobar!
Thank You! Donald Abbott!
Thank You! Mariana Jimenez!
Raffle tickets will be sold at the event $5 for/1 or $20 for/5. Raffle winners will be announced between 4pm and 6pm. All raffle proceeds will be used to support Family Behavioral Health clients with financial need to cover for Mental Health services. 

Prizes
Thank You! William Martinez!
Gracias Juan!
Thank You! Mario Cano!
Thank You! Oscar Venegas!

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