Published April 30, 2026
Placer County, in partnership with the local Campaign for Community Wellness, will host this year’s Placer4MentalHealth Wellness Fair on Thursday, May 21, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Maidu Community Center, (1550 Maidu Drive, Roseville). The event builds on the success of previous years and reinforces the county’s ongoing commitment to raising awareness, breaking down mental health stigma and connecting residents with local wellness resources.
This free, family-friendly fair offers community members opportunities to learn about mental health supports, participate in wellness activities and engage with local service providers. Placer County’s Adult and Children’s Systems of Care together with CCW launched the “Placer4MentalHealth” initiative three years ago to elevate conversations about mental well-being and reduce barriers to care. Highlights of this year’s event include:
Connections to local partner organizations offering mental health and wellness resources Interactive family-friendly activities and creative demonstrations Workshops this year will include topics such as recognizing mental health crises, understanding substance use disorders (SUD), anxiety and ADHD, as well as stress relief and mindfulness Live entertainment by the band “Power Trio” and Kyle Kirch A variety of free food options for attendees
“The Wellness Fair is one of the moments each year when we get to see the strength of this community up close. People come not just for information, but to connect, to recharge and to support one another,” said Amy Ellis, Placer County’s Behavioral Health Director. “May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we’re doing what we can to make support easy to find and even easier to reach.”
Nationwide, many individuals and families experience mental health challenges, yet stigma and barriers often prevent people from seeking support. The Placer4MentalHealth campaign emphasizes the importance of open conversation and accessible care for all ages. Placer County encourages residents to take the ‘Be the Change’ pledge at placer4mentalhealth.org to support community wellness and reduce stigma and follow the campaign on Instagram and Facebook.
For those experiencing a mental health crisis, immediate support is available 24/7. Call Placer County’s crisis line at 916-787-8860 or 1-888-886-5401. Requests for Placer County’s mobile crisis team, which serves all ages, have grown 165% over the last three years.
This event is made possible through the support of community partners, the generous contributions, and ongoing commitment of Placer County Health and Human Services and the Placer County criminal justice partners. Special appreciation to the peer workforce who were instrumental in the planning and fundraising for this event.
