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Mental health is an essential part of overall well-being, and the workplace plays an important role in supporting it. When employees feel supported, they are more engaged, productive, and connected to their work.
Focusing on mental health in the workplace helps create a culture of care, reduces stigma, and encourages employees to seek support when needed. By promoting awareness, providing resources, and fostering open communication, employers can build a healthier, more resilient workforce.
Mental health awareness is not just a day; its a continuous effort to foster understanding and support. - Unknown
Together in Well-Being
At SFHSS, our goal is to empower members to explore meaningful ways to support their well-being. This May, for Mental Health Awareness Month, we are highlighting resources and simple strategies to help nourish your mind, heart, body, and spirit.
Whether you’re trying something new or strengthening habits that already work for you, this campaign encourages reflection, connection, movement, and curiosity so you can discover what supports your best self.
4 Pillars of Mental Health
Reflect and Do
Taking time to pause and reflect is a form of mindfulness that improves with practice. Even brief moments can reduce stress and bring a sense of calm.
Talk and Feel
Talking with a trusted colleague, friend, or family member can help ease stress and worries. Sharing your thoughts can help others understand you and offer support when you need it most.
Move and Be
The mind-body connection is important. Taking care of your body and pausing to be mindful can help reduce stress and support overall well-being.
Choose Your Own Adventure
Engaging in activities you enjoy, or venturing into new interests, can spark creativity, lift your mood, and strengthen your overall mental health.
Together in Well-Being Challenge, starting May 4, 2026
We invite you to participate in the challenge by engaging in weekly activities designed to support each pillar.
How to Participate:
- Read the weekly “Together in Well-Being” campaign emails for inspiration and upcoming activities
- Explore the May events calendar at shss.org/events and participate in the activities that work for you
- Complete at least 3 activities each week
- Log your participation by using the link provided in the weekly emails
- Submit all your activities by June 7 to be entered into the raffle
Start with one small step—your well-being matters.
Mental Health First Aid Trainings
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Introduction
MHFA at Work Intro is a 2-hour online self-paced course that teaches you how to support mental health in the workplace, reduce stigma, and build resilience. You’ll learn how to recognize non-crisis challenges in coworkers and take steps to foster a culture of well-being.
Available year-round
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Mental Health First Aid Certification 2.0
This 4-hour virtual session requires you to complete a 2-hour self-paced MHFA Intro course first. Space is limited—if you can’t commit, please don’t sign up. Complete the interest form to be added to the list.
Two sessions available:
- Wednesday, May 20, 1:00-5:00 pm
- Thursday, May 28, 8:00-12:00 pm
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Show Your Support
Download and use SFHSS Mental Health Awareness Month virtual backgrounds, banners, and logos to show your support.
Explore Your Mental Health and Well-Being Resources
No matter where you are on your well-being journey, explore the free tools and resources available to support you. Start with the Mental Health Interactive Journey Map to learn about available services and activities this month.
Navigating Your Mental Health Benefits
Find the right resources to get you started on your mental health journey.
Mental Health Profile
Take an assessment and start accessing resources.
SFHSS Meditation Videos
Discover calming, short meditation videos—just 90 seconds to a few minutes—that fit easily into your day.
Mental Health First Aid Training
Get trained and learn how to support colleagues facing non-crisis mental health challenges, and foster a healthier work environment. Register Today!
Your Mental Health Journey: Discover What’s Available
For Leaders
We encourage leaders, managers, and supervisors to reflect on how you can help create and sustain a kind, inclusive, and healthy workplace for all. Leaders can support employee mental health by downloading the Mental Health Awareness Toolkit for Leaders, Managers, and Supervisors (ARCHIVED), focusing on awareness, providing opportunities for employee training, and cultivating a supportive culture.