PeerGalaxy Original Calendar
Welcome to PeerGalaxy Calendar featuring over 336,800+ monthly offerings of FREE telephone- and online-accessible peer support, recovery support, and wellness activities! Plus 50+ warmlines, helplines, chatlines, and hotlines. Plus workshops, webinars, job postings, resources, observances, special events, consumer input opportunities and more.
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Training Opportunities in July 2020
List Provided Courtesy of State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority
Click here to download PDF Format, 16 pages
Calendar Event Sorting
At the top, the 24/7/365 SAMHSA Disaster Helpline and similar links.
Next, Bundled “All Day” Events
Some organizations (like 12 step recovery programs, AA, NA, AlAnon, etc.) have so many events happening throughout the day that they need to be in a bundled listing to spare endless scrolling. Often there is a link to look up events by zip code and other criteria.
Lastly, Time-Specific Events
So you can see what’s happening in the next hours, time specific events are tagged and listed by start time from 12:01am early morning to 11:59pm late night. There can be events and warmlines operating in different time zones, though we try to list all in Oregon’s Pacific Time Zone.
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Deaf & HoH Accessible Crisis Line
Video Phone with ASL
Available 24/7/365
Call VP (321) 800-3323
Crisis Resources and Deaf-Accessible Hotlines
The National Center for College Students with Disabilities (NCCSD) shared deaf-accessible crisis services, community resources and hotlines:
- Crisis Line for VideoPhone users who use American Sign Language (available 24/7): (321) 800-DEAF (321-800-3323)
- SAMHSA National Disaster Distress Hotline:
- TTY Hotline: 800-846-8517
- VideoPhone Hotline: 800-985-5990
- ASL NOW Button goes to link: https://vibrant.aslnow.io/app/8/10004
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline (988):
- Link for Deaf and/or HoH information: https://988lifeline.org/deaf-hard-of-hearing-hearing-loss/
- Text or Chat with a counselor 24/7
- TTY Hotline: 800-799-4889
- Crisis text chatline:
- free, available 24/7, sometimes has Deaf counselors available
- text START to 741741
- National Domestic Violence Hotline:
- E-mail: [email protected]
- TTY: 1-800-787-3224 (24/7 hotline)
- VP: 1-855-812-1001 (Monday to Friday 9AM—5PM Pacific Standard Time
Link to DeafLead: https://www.deaflead.org/services/mental-health-services/
Link to Bridges Oregon: https://bridgesoregon.org/ Call, Text, or FaceTime: 971-375-0672 VideoPhone: 503-339-3566
You matter. You are not alone. Meaningful social connections can make a huge difference. You deserve support.
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“when the world comes crashing at
your feet
it’s okay to let others
help pick up the pieces
if we’re present to take part in your
happiness
when your circumstances are great
we are more than capable
of sharing your pain”
― Rupi Kaur, The Sun and Her Flowers
Accessibility and Adaptive Equipment
Accessibility Medical Equipment, LLC
A non-profit making accessibility affordable.
Accessible Backyards
Helping all your guests enjoy your yard.
Accessible Parking Enforcement
Non-emergency police line: 816-234-5111
Accessible Pharmacy
Accessible Pharmacy is a worldwide leader in medication-specific health equity for people with disabilities. Health equity is about attaining the highest level of health for all people, where everyone has an accessible opportunity to reach optimal health regardless of disability, preferred language, or other factors that affect access to care and health outcomes.
Accessibility Remodeling
Remodeler dedicated to making homes safe and convenient for people of all ages, sizes and abilities.
Accessology
Helping clients understand all state and federal accessiblity laws and how they pertain to each individual.
Advanced Arm Dynamics
Provides the latest technology in upper extremity prosthetics worldwide.
Altimate Medical
Quality standing frames.
askEARN
The Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN) is a free resource that helps employers tap the benefits of disability diversity. We educate public- and private-sector organizations on ways to build inclusive workplace cultures, and we empower them to become leaders in the employment and advancement of people with disabilities.
Break Boundaries
Helping people with mobility impairments increase their independence, and improve their quality of life, with the help of cutting edge Assistive Technology.
First Hand Foundation
The First Hand Foundation provides funding for individual children with health-related needs when insurance and other financial resources have been exhausted. They also create and support programs that identify issues before they become critical and that empower people to take charge of their health.
Hanger Clinic
Orthotic and prosthetic patient care, products, services, and therapeutic solutions that empower patients, customers and partners.
Horizon Orthotic & Prosthetic Experience (H.O.P.E.)
Provides custom orthotics (orthopedic bracing) and prosthetics (artificial limbs) to patients in the Kansas City metropolitan area and across the Midwest.
Innovation in Motion
All terrain wheelchairs.
Invacare
Manufacture and distribution of innovative home and long-term care medical products that promote recovery and active lifestyles.
Lifewise Renovations
Source for combining affordable remodeling services with the expertise of healthcare professionals for aging-in-place and universal design remodeling.
NuMotion
Responsive and innovative provider of custom wheelchairs. Also providing service and repair of wheelchairs.
Otto Bock Healthcare
Manufactures prostheses, braces and orthoses, children’s wheelchairs, cushions and accessories.
Permobil
Provider of advanced rehab mobility solutions and accessories.
Pindot/Freedom Design
Custom seating.
Quantum Rehab
Designs and manufactures complex rehabilitation solutions for individuals with comprehensive mobility needs.
Restorative Therapies
Revolutionary electrical stimulation devices and therapies to help you stay active and stay ready.
Ride Designs
Seating products to help promote healthy skin, while providing improved mobility, balance and control.
Silver Cross
Recycles and new healthcare equipment.
The Standing Company
Maker of the SuperStand Standing Wheelchair that allows someone who is normally confined to a seated position in a traditional wheelchair to STAND UP and stretch out with ease and safety, at any time, in any place.
Sunrise Medical
Development, design, manufacture and distribution of manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, motorized scooters and both standard and customized seating and positioning systems.
Therafin
Manufactures and sells rehabilitation and home health care products through a network of dealers and distributors.
TiLite
Providing both titanium and aluminum chairs that are considered wheeled prosthetic: every frame is made to measure for each individual.
Tobii
The world leader in eye tracking. We transform industries and lives through humanized technology, using eye tracking as our core.
United Access
Specializing in adapting vehicles for those with disabilities.
TRAUMA RESOURCES FOR TIMES OF WAR
“Every child deserves to grow up healthy, safe and loved. Putting babies in the crosshairs of terror and war is never acceptable.” — Matthew Melmed, Executive Director
ZERO TO THREE released a statement in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict that reflects our concern about the violence and trauma that babies, toddlers and families are experiencing. You can read the full statement here.
Our hearts are with the babies, children and families who have been subjected to unthinkable violence in Israel and Gaza. At ZERO TO THREE, we see this as a moment to recommit ourselves to ensuring that every child grows up healthy, safe and loved. The need to protect babies has never been more acute.
During these challenging times, we have free resources for parents and caregivers, and professionals who support them, that offer guidance on helping young children grieve and process traumatic experiences, enabling them to provide the best care for babies and themselves in times of war and turmoil, including:
A Big Impact on Little Kids: Understanding How Traumatic Experiences Affect Very Young Children
How to Talk to Young Children About War (available in Arabic and Hebrew)
Little Listeners in an Uncertain World
Helping Toddlers Cope with Grief and Death
Mindfulness and Self Care: Building a Resilient Community and Culture of Caring
Children’s Book: Once I Was Very Very Scared by Chandra Gosh Ippen. Available in the following languages:
We are working to translate these resources listed into additional languages and will make them available on zerotothree.org.
Our mission is to ensure that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. At ZERO TO THREE, we envision a society that has the knowledge and will to support all infants and toddlers in reaching their full potential.
During the first three years of life, emotionally nourishing relationships lay the foundation for lifelong health and well-being. By supporting the caring adults who touch the lives of infants and toddlers, we hope to maximize our long-term impact in ensuring all infants and toddlers have a bright future.
Online Multiple Sclerosis Communities
Message Boards Virtual Spaces available 24/7
The National MS Society Facebook Community
In this space, everyone affected by MS can share, comment and connect with other members while also learning about health and wellness, symptom management and other MS-specific topics Join the Community
The Black MS Experience Facebook Community
The Black MS Experience online community provides a virtual opportunity for the Black MS community to forge powerful connections, offer support and share experiences to give voice to the unique needs of the Black community living with MS.Join the Community
The Mighty: Multiple Sclerosis Connections
We’ve partnered with The Mighty to create a safe space for people to share their MS experiences, discover resources and support others along their MS Journey. Preview the community, create an account on The Mighty and join the Multiple Sclerosis Connections group.Join the Community
Society-Affiliated Online Communities
The Multiple Sclerosis Discord Group offers an international community with open, live chatting 24/7 and monthly virtual meetups. This volunteer-led community offers accessible peer and MS group support for all stages of the disease, and separate support channels for family of people living with MS. Discord, a popular online communication platform, hosts the group.
The ms life community is an online community for those impacted by MS. This volunteer-led community offers a supportive and empowering community for those living with MS, whether they’re recently diagnosed, navigating life with MS or supporting a loved one living with the disease.
Support Group and Connection Program Finder
Virtual and In person Meetings
Use the online connection finder to select from 54 virtual support groups, including those offered in Spanish.
Participants can choose from the following topics
- Black
- Carepartner
- Cognitive behavioral Therapy
- Emotional Wellness
- Exercise
- Hispanic/Latinx
- LGBTQIA+
- Men
- Newly Diagnosed
- Nutrition
- Recreation
- Those Affected by MS
- Women
- Young Adults
To use the finder, Go to the Find Support Groups and Connection Program Page
https://www.nationalmssociety.org/resources/get-support/find-support-groups-and-programs
Mental health support available 24/7 to Oregon farmworkers
call or text (833) 987-2474
People can call the AgriStress Helpline when they are in a crisis, need resources, are concerned about a loved one or just need someone to talk to. Calls are answered within 30 seconds, and all callers are screened for suicidality and offered a 24-hour follow-up call.
The Oregon AgriStress Helpline is available 24/7. If you or someone you love is struggling, call or text (833) 987-2474. The phone line can be accessed in up to 160 languages with the help of interpreters, and the text line offers English, Spanish and Vietnamese.
The helpline’s crisis specialists understand the culture, values, stressors and lived experiences of agriculture, forestry, and fishing workers. They can also offer local mental health resources specific to these industries.
DBSA Online Support Groups
DBSA online support groups offer people living with depression or bipolar disorder a safe, welcoming space to share experiences, discuss coping strategies, and support one another with hope. All groups are free of charge.
DBSA National Support Groups on HeyPeers
You can choose from over 130 different online groups hosted on the Heypeers platform using the link provided below:
Choose from groups by day and time and audience
Use This Link To Find General Support Groups
DBSA Identity-Focused Online Support Groups
In addition to our general support groups, we offer identity-focused groups.
Designed to be welcoming and supportive spaces, these groups offer participants the chance to discuss shared experiences and find community with others walking a similar path to wellness. These groups are available via Zoom and other platforms.
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Spanish Speaking Community
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LGBTQ+ Community
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Veterans Community
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Age Specific Community
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Faith Based Community
Crisis
If you are having thoughts of death or suicide, call 988 or text DBSA to 741-741.
If you need immediate assistance, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.
Online Wellness Activities Events – Creativity
Video Shares on YouTUBE.com
ART
10 Minutes to Better Painting w/Marco Bucci
10 part lesson playlist. This artist offers additional courses paid.
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nap7dwHjD9Y&list=PLLmXZMqb_9sbNLM83NrM005vRQHw1yTKn
FREE Beginners Drawing Course w/MarkowskyArt
Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdIDMj3VSgBfRYygdixt6Msj2c5K8Kmfg
SOUND AND RHYTHM
FREE Beginner Hand Drumming Lesson with World Drum Club
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48CZFLgQEy0
FREE Body Percussion with Sounds of the Next Generation
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssZ6RNwyT3c
Vocal / Singing Exercises for Mature Voices
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMveCMhJgfE
POETRY, JOURNALING & CREATIVE WRIITING
Write it Out: Poetry Writing Workshop with Santa Monica College Library
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMveCMhJgfE
31 journal prompts for mindfulness, self reflection, and growth | daily journal prompt challenge!! with Carrie
Link: https://youtu.be/tHMEnO_RHw4
Sakinah Hofler: How creative writing can help you through life’s hardest moments | TED Talk
Link: https://youtu.be/uAXG0tb1Zxw
The Creative Advantage
Dance, Storytelling, Tradition, and so much more. Over 100 videos at:
Link: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCreativeAdvantage
Check back for additional listings.
Note: YouTube videos generally free, but may have intermittent ad content.
DBSA National Online Support Groups
Provider: Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
Website: https://www.dbsalliance.org
Media Contact: [email protected]
Link Hub: https://sprout.link/dbsalliance
All events are free, online, and recurrence-aware. Times normalized to PST.
DBSA Rural Community Peer Support Group (HeyPeers)
Schedule: Mondays (weekly), evening
Registration Link: https://heypeers.com
Provider Website: https://www.dbsalliance.org
DBSA Louisville – Family & Friends (Online)
Schedule: Wednesdays, 4:30–5:30 PM PST
Registration Link: mailto:[email protected]
Provider Website: https://www.dbsalliance.org
DBSA Louisville – LGBTQ+ (Online)
Schedule: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 3:00–4:00 PM PST
Registration Link: mailto:[email protected]
Provider Website: https://www.dbsalliance.org
DBSA Portland Chapter – Online Groups
Schedule: Multiple weekly online groups
Registration Link: https://mentalhealthisforeveryone.com/support/
Provider Website: https://mentalhealthisforeveryone.com
DBSA California State Chapter – Online Groups
Schedule: Daily recurring sessions
Registration Link: https://www.dbsacalifornia.org
Provider Website: https://www.dbsacalifornia.org
DBSA Dallas Chapter – Online Groups
Schedule: Multiple weekly & monthly sessions
Registration Link: https://www.dbsadallas.org
Provider Website: https://www.dbsadallas.org
DBSA MDSG New York – Online Groups
Schedule: Weekly & bi-weekly sessions
Registration Link: https://mdsg.org
Provider Website: https://mdsg.org
DBSA Northridge Chapter – Online Groups
Schedule: Weekly & ordinal sessions
Registration Link: https://dbsadepressionconnection.org
Provider Website: https://dbsadepressionconnection.org
DBSA Hamilton County (IN) – Online Groups
Schedule: 2nd & 4th Fridays; alternating Thursdays
Registration Link: https://www.dbsahcin.org
Provider Website: https://www.dbsahcin.org
DBSA Overland Park (KS) – Online Group
Schedule: Tuesdays, weekly
Registration Link: https://www.dbsaop.org
Provider Website: https://www.dbsaop.org
DBSA Greenwich (CT) – Online Group
Schedule: Fridays, weekly
Registration Link: mailto:[email protected]
Provider Website: https://www.dbsalliance.org
DBSA Contact Information
Website: https://www.dbsalliance.org
Media: [email protected]
Link Hub: https://sprout.link/dbsalliance
Online Wellness Activities Events – Creativity
Video Shares on YouTUBE.com
ART
10 Minutes to Better Painting w/Marco Bucci
10 part lesson playlist. This artist offers additional courses paid.
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nap7dwHjD9Y&list=PLLmXZMqb_9sbNLM83NrM005vRQHw1yTKn
FREE Beginners Drawing Course w/MarkowskyArt
Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdIDMj3VSgBfRYygdixt6Msj2c5K8Kmfg
SOUND AND RHYTHM
FREE Beginner Hand Drumming Lesson with World Drum Club
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48CZFLgQEy0
FREE Body Percussion with Sounds of the Next Generation
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssZ6RNwyT3c
Vocal / Singing Exercises for Mature Voices
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMveCMhJgfE
POETRY, JOURNALING & CREATIVE WRIITING
Write it Out: Poetry Writing Workshop with Santa Monica College Library
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMveCMhJgfE
31 journal prompts for mindfulness, self reflection, and growth | daily journal prompt challenge!! with Carrie
Link: https://youtu.be/tHMEnO_RHw4
Sakinah Hofler: How creative writing can help you through life’s hardest moments | TED Talk
Link: https://youtu.be/uAXG0tb1Zxw
The Creative Advantage
Dance, Storytelling, Tradition, and so much more. Over 100 videos at:
Link: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCreativeAdvantage
Check back for additional listings.
Note: YouTube videos generally free but may have intermittent ad content.
The ManKind Project – Online Men’s Groups
Sponsored by The Mankind Project (MKP), a nonprofit men’s community supporting emotional growth, integrity, and authentic leadership through free peer-facilitated groups and training programs.
The Mankind Project (MKP) hosts free online peer-facilitated groups that help men explore authenticity, purpose, and connection in a supportive environment. Its programs emphasize integrity, compassion, and personal accountability while offering men safe spaces for honest dialogue and community building.
Men’s Group Tuesdays
A free, confidential, and facilitated online group where men can connect in a supportive space and explore whether Men’s Work is right for them. Registrations within an hour of the event are not accepted for that night. Seating is limited; confirmation email provides participation details.
Meets weekly on Tuesday at
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM PST (1.5 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
Men’s Group, Thursdays
Free and confidential men’s group offering a safe space to connect, share, and learn. Open to men seeking deeper purpose and emotional maturity. Registration closes one hour before the start time; seating is limited.
Meets weekly on Thursday at
9:30 PM – 11:00 PM PST (1.5 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
National Men of Color Open Men’s Group
Weekly online gathering for men of color across the U.S. to build connection, accountability, and authentic community.
Meets weekly on Monday at
7 PM – 9 PM ET (2 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
Young Warrior Open Men’s Group
A national online circle for young men, offering open dialogue and peer-facilitated support in a confidential environment.
Meets monthly on the 3rd Wednesday at
12 PM – 2 PM ET (2 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
National Friday GBTQ+ Open Men’s Group
A monthly open group for gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer men to connect, share, and support one another in a safe and inclusive space.
Meets monthly on the 2nd Friday at
7 PM – 8:30 PM PT (1.5 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
National GBTQ+ Open Men’s Group
Open online peer group for GBTQ+ men focused on authentic connection, empowerment, and support.
Meets monthly on the 1st Thursday at
8 PM – 9:30 PM ET (1.5 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
National GBTQ+ Open Men’s Group
A recurring online group held the 3rd Tuesday each month for GBTQ+ men to engage in honest conversation and build community.
Meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday at
8 PM – 9:30 PM ET (1.5 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
Wellness Activities: Creative Arts, Gentle Movement, Relaxation, Learning & Nature Experiences
These free, publicly accessible online activities support wellness across creative, physical, emotional, mental, and environmental areas. On-demand and recorded activities are assumed to be 1.00 hour each and available every day of the month. Live and recurring events are added to the Daily Hours Table on their scheduled dates (PST).
Creative Wellness
10 Minutes to Better Painting — Marco Bucci
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: 10-part beginner-friendly painting lesson playlist.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nap7dwHjD9Y&list=PLLmXZMqb_9sbNLM83NrM005vRQHw1yTKn
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com/@marcobucci
FREE Beginners Drawing Course — MarkowskyArt
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Beginner drawing course playlist.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdIDMj3VSgBfRYygdixt6Msj2c5K8Kmfg
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkowskyArt
FREE Beginner Hand Drumming Lesson — World Drum Club
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Beginner hand drumming lesson focused on rhythm and coordination.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48CZFLgQEy0
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com/@WorldDrumClub
FREE Body Percussion — Sounds of the Next Generation
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Rhythm and movement using body percussion.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssZ6RNwyT3c
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Vocal / Singing Exercises for Mature Voices
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Gentle vocal warmups and singing exercises.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMveCMhJgfE
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Write it Out: Poetry Writing Workshop — Santa Monica College Library
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Guided poetry writing workshop video.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YycJMjE3rkI
Provider Website: https://www.smc.edu
Google Arts & Culture
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Tour collections and explore artists, museums, and places.
Registration Link: https://artsandculture.google.com/
Provider Website: https://artsandculture.google.com/
Learning & Cognitive Wellness
25 Signs for American Sign Language
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Short lesson introducing basic ASL signs.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/0FcwzMq4iWg
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Physical Wellness
Workouts — Improved Health (YouTube Channel)
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Workout library and movement routines.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/@ImprovedHealth
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com/@ImprovedHealth
Chair Exercises for Seniors
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Seated exercise routine for strength and mobility.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvRMtSbFSU0
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Cardio Drumming Exercise with Lindsay
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Rhythmic cardio drumming workout.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/8UVLfU6Gr3c
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
SilverSneakers Senior Workouts (Playlist)
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Senior-friendly workout playlist.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpeQPnZrlw7wa1H7h8RkEeLwfZZQh49_G
Provider Website: https://www.silversneakers.com
Tai Chi for Beginners — 7 Minutes
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Short Tai Chi session for calm movement and balance.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEvSqHZIj8w
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
QiGong for Beginners — “Cleaning Breath” (5 Minutes)
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Short Qigong breathing practice.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuAfTmvW77I
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Seated Workout for Blind / Visually Impaired
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Seated workout designed for blind/low-vision access.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75OZjrwDw84
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Exercises for Visually Impaired
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Accessible exercises for blind/low-vision participants.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/6fiqyvmeNCA
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Activities for Visually Impaired
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Accessible activity ideas for blind/low-vision participants.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/qKD7qg-6B1o
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Relaxation Music & Calming Videos
Relaxing Tongue Drum Music — Oceanside
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Calming instrumental music video.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/9G1kXN4BGNg?list=PLwocxKRZ3vY9D3bA4bbdrSVS7VYCxGdK7
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
HandPan Drum Music Video
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Handpan music video for relaxation.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/j_3C0z96GE0?list=RDj_3C0z96GE0
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Handpan Outdoor Music Video
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Outdoor handpan music video.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TzTpbT4XiQ&list=RD_TzTpbT4XiQ&start_radio=1
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Handpan and Harp Music Video — Ocean
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Handpan and harp music video for calming and rest.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/oG6jNxwGcPg?list=RDoG6jNxwGcPg
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Environmental & Nature-Based Wellness
Explore.org — Live Nature Webcams
Day & Time: Live & on-demand
Description: Hundreds of live webcams with nature and wildlife.
Registration Link: https://explore.org
Provider Website: https://explore.org
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center — Virtual Evening Science Talks
Day & Time: 3rd Tuesday · 4:00 PM PST
Description: Monthly virtual science talks (Zoom).
Registration Link: https://serc.si.edu/events/evening-lectures
Provider Website: https://serc.si.edu
SERC Calendar (Monthly View)
Day & Time: Schedule varies
Description: Event calendar for Smithsonian Environmental Research Center.
Registration Link: https://serc.si.edu/calendar/month
Provider Website: https://serc.si.edu
University of Michigan — Advancing Sustainable Solutions (Online Games)
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Educational sustainability games (e.g., sorting, quizzes).
Registration Link: https://seas.umich.edu/admissions/games
Provider Website: https://seas.umich.edu
US EPA — Games, Quizzes and Videos
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Environmental games and educational resources for students.
Registration Link: https://www.epa.gov/students/games-quizzes-and-videos-about-environment
Provider Website: https://www.epa.gov
The Nature Conservancy — Nature Lab Virtual Field Trips
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Virtual field trips and tours focused on nature and science.
Registration Link: https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/how-we-work/youth-engagement/nature-lab/virtual-field-trips/
Provider Website: https://www.nature.org
Sustainable Earth Games
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Sustainability-focused online games.
Registration Link: https://sustainable-earth.org/games/
Provider Website: https://sustainable-earth.org
Learning for Nature — Virtual Events
Day & Time: Schedule varies
Description: Virtual events related to nature learning (timing varies).
Registration Link: https://www.learningfornature.org/en/virtual-events/
Provider Website: https://www.learningfornature.org
World Wildlife Fund — Conservation Insiders Series
Day & Time: Schedule varies
Description: Virtual speaker series (timing varies).
Registration Link: https://www.worldwildlife.org/support/philanthropy/partners-in-conservation/conservation-insiders-series/
Provider Website: https://www.worldwildlife.org
Natural Sciences — Virtual Trivia Tuesdays
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 6:00 PM PST
Description: Weekly live virtual trivia via YouTube and Kahoot.it.
Registration Link: https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/events/category/series/trivia/
Provider Website: https://naturalsciences.org
NatureBridge — Outside Still Open
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Nature learning resources and activities.
Registration Link: https://naturebridge.org/outsidestillopen
Provider Website: https://naturebridge.org
Outdoor Learning School — Workshops
Day & Time: Schedule varies
Description: Workshop listings (timing varies).
Registration Link: https://outdoorlearning.com/events/category/workshops/
Provider Website: https://outdoorlearning.com
Aldo Leopold Nature Center — Virtual Field Trips
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Virtual field trips and nature education resources.
Registration Link: https://aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org/learn/engage-with-nature/virtual-field-trips/
Provider Website: https://aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org
Bird Alliance of Oregon — Events
Day & Time: Schedule varies
Description: Event listings for Bird Alliance of Oregon.
Registration Link: https://birdallianceoregon.org/events/
Provider Website: https://birdallianceoregon.org
NASA Live & Upcoming Events (NASA.gov)
Day & Time: Live & on-demand
Description: NASA news, events, and live programming.
Registration Link: https://www.nasa.gov/
Provider Website: https://www.nasa.gov
NASA+
Day & Time: Live & on-demand
Description: NASA streaming platform.
Registration Link: https://plus.nasa.gov/
Provider Website: https://plus.nasa.gov/
NASA at Home — Virtual Tours & Apps
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: NASA at-home activities, tours, and apps.
Registration Link: https://www.nasa.gov/nasa-at-home-virtual-tours-and-apps/
Provider Website: https://www.nasa.gov
National Park Service — Virtual Tours & More
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: NPS resources and online experiences.
Registration Link: https://www.nps.gov/index.htm
Provider Website: https://www.nps.gov/index.htm
National Parks Online Virtual Tours (Trafalgar article)
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Article compiling online virtual tours (third-party).
Registration Link: https://www.trafalgar.com/real-word/national-parks-online-virtual-tours/
Provider Website: https://www.trafalgar.com
Virtual Field Trips List (Common Sense Education article)
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Article listing many virtual field trip options (third-party).
Registration Link: https://www.commonsense.org/education/articles/virtual-field-trips-full-of-learning-potential
Provider Website: https://www.commonsense.org
Self-Injury Support Forum
Daily Strength hosts a web forum where people dealing with self-injury can find encouragement, understanding, and a new way to cope
Whether you or someone you know or love struggles with self-injury, this is the community to discuss your experience, find support, meet others going through the same, and get advice on how to stop. Working together, we can help find alternative coping skills to reduce the urge to self-harm.
Use the Link Below to Join
https://www.dailystrength.org/group/self-injury
Fireweed Collective – Support Groups & On-Demand Webinars
All times in Pacific Time (PT)
LIVE VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUPS
See complete group descriptions in primary Fireweed Groups document. Summary:
- QTPOC Support Space – Mondays 5:00 PM PT (1.5 hrs)
- Healing Verses POC Poetry – Tuesdays 10:00 AM PT (1.5 hrs)
- Spooned Out & Plugged In (General) – Variable schedule (1.5 hrs)
- Spooned Out & Plugged In (POC) – Saturdays 11:00 AM PT (1.5 hrs)
ON-DEMAND WEBINARS (38 Available)
Watch All Webinars: https://vimeo.com/showcase/fireweedcollective
Featured Webinars:
- Boundaries, Feeling, & Consent (ASL & Spanish) – 1:45:36
- Romance Myth Series #1-4 (Multiple versions) – Various lengths
- Disability Justice 101 – 2:12:48
- Coming Off Psych Meds: Harm Reduction – 1:53:47
- Starting A Safety Team – 1:54:31
- This Capitalism Is Killing Me – 1:57:47
- Psychiatry, Abolition, and New Horizons – 2:03:56
- Parenting At The End Of The World – 2:03:12
- Care Lab: How To Do Interdependence – 2:08:11
- Street Therapy: Emotional Resistance – 2:09:35
- Emotional First Aid – 2:00:02
- And 27 more topics on healing justice, abolition, disability justice, and more
CONTACT & RESOURCES
Questions: [email protected]
Website: https://fireweedcollective.org/
Note: All content virtual. Live groups require registration. Sliding scale donations support low-cost services.
Disclaimer: Peer-led support groups and educational webinars are not substitutes for professional treatment. Crisis: 988 or 911.
Give an Hour
Virtual Peer Support Groups
About
Give an Hour offers free, confidential, trauma-informed support. This posting includes weekly virtual peer support groups plus on-demand resources.
Peer Support page:
Provider Website: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/peersupport/
Weekly schedule source (PDF):
Provider Website: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/wp-content/uploads/Peer-Support-Weekly-Schedule-2.pdf
Live Weekly Peer Support Groups
All groups below are peer-centered and facilitated in virtual format. Default session duration used for accounting: 1.00 hr per meeting unless otherwise specified.
Veteran Caregivers
Day & Time (PST): Mondays — 4:00 PM
Peer Support: Peer-centered, facilitated
Format: Virtual
Primary Focus: caregiving stress; military/veteran families
Facilitator: Tracy Sahleen
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/registration
Provider Website: Visit link
Military/Veterans
Day & Time (PST): Mondays — 5:00 PM
Peer Support: Peer-centered, facilitated
Format: Virtual
Primary Focus: military & veteran peer support
Facilitator: Chris Garcia
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/registration
Provider Website: Visit link
Financial Fraud Survivors
Day & Time (PST): Tuesdays — 4:00 PM
Peer Support: Peer-centered, facilitated
Format: Virtual
Primary Focus: financial fraud recovery support
Facilitator: Victoria Armas
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/registration
Provider Website: Visit link
Interpersonal Violence (IPV)
Day & Time (PST): Tuesdays — 5:00 PM
Peer Support: Peer-centered, facilitated
Format: Virtual
Primary Focus: interpersonal violence support
Facilitator: Aliza Nichols
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/registration
Provider Website: Visit link
Returning Citizens / Justice-Impacted
Day & Time (PST): Tuesdays — 5:00 PM
Peer Support: Peer-centered, facilitated
Format: Virtual
Primary Focus: reentry, justice involvement, stabilization
Facilitator: Michael Brewster, Jr.
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/registration
Provider Website: Visit link
Veteran Caregivers
Day & Time (PST): Wednesdays — 4:00 PM
Peer Support: Peer-centered, facilitated
Format: Virtual
Primary Focus: caregiving stress; military/veteran families
Facilitator: Tracy Sahleen
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/registration
Provider Website: Visit link
Military/Veterans
Day & Time (PST): Wednesdays — 5:00 PM
Peer Support: Peer-centered, facilitated
Format: Virtual
Primary Focus: military & veteran peer support
Facilitator: Rebekah Edmondson
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/registration
Provider Website: Visit link
Military/Veterans Spouses & Loved Ones
Day & Time (PST): Thursdays — 11:00 AM
Peer Support: Peer-centered, facilitated
Format: Virtual
Primary Focus: family & partner support
Facilitator: Jillian Ryan
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/registration
Provider Website: Visit link
Veterans | Female
Day & Time (PST): Thursdays — 12:00 PM
Peer Support: Peer-centered, facilitated
Format: Virtual
Primary Focus: women veterans peer support
Facilitator: Diana Graham
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/registration
Provider Website: Visit link
Financial Fraud Survivors
Day & Time (PST): Thursdays — 4:00 PM
Peer Support: Peer-centered, facilitated
Format: Virtual
Primary Focus: financial fraud recovery support
Facilitator: Victoria Armas
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/registration
Provider Website: Visit link
Financial Fraud Loved Ones/Allies
Day & Time (PST): Thursdays — 4:00 PM
Peer Support: Peer-centered, facilitated
Format: Virtual
Primary Focus: support for families/allies affected by fraud
Facilitator: Terra Melson
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/registration
Provider Website: Visit link
On-Demand Resources
On-demand items are listed as On-Demand and included in the Date & Hours tables using the default duration rule (1.00 hr per item per day) unless overridden.
Give an Hour Registration (On-Demand)
Peer Support: Peer-centered (self-guided resource)
Format: On-Demand
Primary Focus: registration + intake
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/registration
Provider Website: Visit link
Tools & Training (On-Demand)
Peer Support: Peer-centered (self-guided resource)
Format: On-Demand
Primary Focus: self-guided tools and training
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/tools/#training
Provider Website: Visit link
Give an Hour Intake Form (Qualtrics) (On-Demand)
Peer Support: Peer-centered (self-guided resource)
Format: On-Demand
Primary Focus: intake form
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aV4yBTUDUQjhwTc
Provider Website: Visit link
RARE Series Orientation Packet (PDF) (On-Demand)
Peer Support: Peer-centered (self-guided resource)
Format: On-Demand
Primary Focus: orientation packet
Registration Link: Visit link
https://giveanhour.org/wp-content/uploads/RARE-SERIES-ORIENTATION-PACKET-2025-3.pdf
Provider Website: Visit link
Deaf & HoH Accessible Crisis Line
Video Phone with ASL
Available 24/7/365
Call VP (321) 800-3323
Crisis Resources and Deaf-Accessible Hotlines
The National Center for College Students with Disabilities (NCCSD) shared deaf-accessible crisis services, community resources and hotlines:
- Crisis Line for VideoPhone users who use American Sign Language (available 24/7): (321) 800-DEAF (321-800-3323)
- SAMHSA National Disaster Distress Hotline:
- TTY Hotline: 800-846-8517
- VideoPhone Hotline: 800-985-5990
- ASL NOW Button goes to link: https://vibrant.aslnow.io/app/8/10004
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline (988):
- Link for Deaf and/or HoH information: https://988lifeline.org/deaf-hard-of-hearing-hearing-loss/
- Text or Chat with a counselor 24/7
- TTY Hotline: 800-799-4889
- Crisis text chatline:
- free, available 24/7, sometimes has Deaf counselors available
- text START to 741741
- National Domestic Violence Hotline:
- E-mail: [email protected]
- TTY: 1-800-787-3224 (24/7 hotline)
- VP: 1-855-812-1001 (Monday to Friday 9AM—5PM Pacific Standard Time
Link to DeafLead: https://www.deaflead.org/services/mental-health-services/
Link to Bridges Oregon: https://bridgesoregon.org/ Call, Text, or FaceTime: 971-375-0672 VideoPhone: 503-339-3566
You matter. You are not alone. Meaningful social connections can make a huge difference. You deserve support.
If you know or find additional resources, please share. If you have feedback, please share.
Email us at: [email protected]
“when the world comes crashing at
your feet
it’s okay to let others
help pick up the pieces
if we’re present to take part in your
happiness
when your circumstances are great
we are more than capable
of sharing your pain”
― Rupi Kaur, The Sun and Her Flowers
Accessibility and Adaptive Equipment
Accessibility Medical Equipment, LLC
A non-profit making accessibility affordable.
Accessible Backyards
Helping all your guests enjoy your yard.
Accessible Parking Enforcement
Non-emergency police line: 816-234-5111
Accessible Pharmacy
Accessible Pharmacy is a worldwide leader in medication-specific health equity for people with disabilities. Health equity is about attaining the highest level of health for all people, where everyone has an accessible opportunity to reach optimal health regardless of disability, preferred language, or other factors that affect access to care and health outcomes.
Accessibility Remodeling
Remodeler dedicated to making homes safe and convenient for people of all ages, sizes and abilities.
Accessology
Helping clients understand all state and federal accessiblity laws and how they pertain to each individual.
Advanced Arm Dynamics
Provides the latest technology in upper extremity prosthetics worldwide.
Altimate Medical
Quality standing frames.
askEARN
The Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN) is a free resource that helps employers tap the benefits of disability diversity. We educate public- and private-sector organizations on ways to build inclusive workplace cultures, and we empower them to become leaders in the employment and advancement of people with disabilities.
Break Boundaries
Helping people with mobility impairments increase their independence, and improve their quality of life, with the help of cutting edge Assistive Technology.
First Hand Foundation
The First Hand Foundation provides funding for individual children with health-related needs when insurance and other financial resources have been exhausted. They also create and support programs that identify issues before they become critical and that empower people to take charge of their health.
Hanger Clinic
Orthotic and prosthetic patient care, products, services, and therapeutic solutions that empower patients, customers and partners.
Horizon Orthotic & Prosthetic Experience (H.O.P.E.)
Provides custom orthotics (orthopedic bracing) and prosthetics (artificial limbs) to patients in the Kansas City metropolitan area and across the Midwest.
Innovation in Motion
All terrain wheelchairs.
Invacare
Manufacture and distribution of innovative home and long-term care medical products that promote recovery and active lifestyles.
Lifewise Renovations
Source for combining affordable remodeling services with the expertise of healthcare professionals for aging-in-place and universal design remodeling.
NuMotion
Responsive and innovative provider of custom wheelchairs. Also providing service and repair of wheelchairs.
Otto Bock Healthcare
Manufactures prostheses, braces and orthoses, children’s wheelchairs, cushions and accessories.
Permobil
Provider of advanced rehab mobility solutions and accessories.
Pindot/Freedom Design
Custom seating.
Quantum Rehab
Designs and manufactures complex rehabilitation solutions for individuals with comprehensive mobility needs.
Restorative Therapies
Revolutionary electrical stimulation devices and therapies to help you stay active and stay ready.
Ride Designs
Seating products to help promote healthy skin, while providing improved mobility, balance and control.
Silver Cross
Recycles and new healthcare equipment.
The Standing Company
Maker of the SuperStand Standing Wheelchair that allows someone who is normally confined to a seated position in a traditional wheelchair to STAND UP and stretch out with ease and safety, at any time, in any place.
Sunrise Medical
Development, design, manufacture and distribution of manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, motorized scooters and both standard and customized seating and positioning systems.
Therafin
Manufactures and sells rehabilitation and home health care products through a network of dealers and distributors.
TiLite
Providing both titanium and aluminum chairs that are considered wheeled prosthetic: every frame is made to measure for each individual.
Tobii
The world leader in eye tracking. We transform industries and lives through humanized technology, using eye tracking as our core.
United Access
Specializing in adapting vehicles for those with disabilities.
TRAUMA RESOURCES FOR TIMES OF WAR
“Every child deserves to grow up healthy, safe and loved. Putting babies in the crosshairs of terror and war is never acceptable.” — Matthew Melmed, Executive Director
ZERO TO THREE released a statement in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict that reflects our concern about the violence and trauma that babies, toddlers and families are experiencing. You can read the full statement here.
Our hearts are with the babies, children and families who have been subjected to unthinkable violence in Israel and Gaza. At ZERO TO THREE, we see this as a moment to recommit ourselves to ensuring that every child grows up healthy, safe and loved. The need to protect babies has never been more acute.
During these challenging times, we have free resources for parents and caregivers, and professionals who support them, that offer guidance on helping young children grieve and process traumatic experiences, enabling them to provide the best care for babies and themselves in times of war and turmoil, including:
A Big Impact on Little Kids: Understanding How Traumatic Experiences Affect Very Young Children
How to Talk to Young Children About War (available in Arabic and Hebrew)
Little Listeners in an Uncertain World
Helping Toddlers Cope with Grief and Death
Mindfulness and Self Care: Building a Resilient Community and Culture of Caring
Children’s Book: Once I Was Very Very Scared by Chandra Gosh Ippen. Available in the following languages:
We are working to translate these resources listed into additional languages and will make them available on zerotothree.org.
Our mission is to ensure that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. At ZERO TO THREE, we envision a society that has the knowledge and will to support all infants and toddlers in reaching their full potential.
During the first three years of life, emotionally nourishing relationships lay the foundation for lifelong health and well-being. By supporting the caring adults who touch the lives of infants and toddlers, we hope to maximize our long-term impact in ensuring all infants and toddlers have a bright future.
Online Multiple Sclerosis Communities
Message Boards Virtual Spaces available 24/7
The National MS Society Facebook Community
In this space, everyone affected by MS can share, comment and connect with other members while also learning about health and wellness, symptom management and other MS-specific topics Join the Community
The Black MS Experience Facebook Community
The Black MS Experience online community provides a virtual opportunity for the Black MS community to forge powerful connections, offer support and share experiences to give voice to the unique needs of the Black community living with MS.Join the Community
The Mighty: Multiple Sclerosis Connections
We’ve partnered with The Mighty to create a safe space for people to share their MS experiences, discover resources and support others along their MS Journey. Preview the community, create an account on The Mighty and join the Multiple Sclerosis Connections group.Join the Community
Society-Affiliated Online Communities
The Multiple Sclerosis Discord Group offers an international community with open, live chatting 24/7 and monthly virtual meetups. This volunteer-led community offers accessible peer and MS group support for all stages of the disease, and separate support channels for family of people living with MS. Discord, a popular online communication platform, hosts the group.
The ms life community is an online community for those impacted by MS. This volunteer-led community offers a supportive and empowering community for those living with MS, whether they’re recently diagnosed, navigating life with MS or supporting a loved one living with the disease.
Support Group and Connection Program Finder
Virtual and In person Meetings
Use the online connection finder to select from 54 virtual support groups, including those offered in Spanish.
Participants can choose from the following topics
- Black
- Carepartner
- Cognitive behavioral Therapy
- Emotional Wellness
- Exercise
- Hispanic/Latinx
- LGBTQIA+
- Men
- Newly Diagnosed
- Nutrition
- Recreation
- Those Affected by MS
- Women
- Young Adults
To use the finder, Go to the Find Support Groups and Connection Program Page
https://www.nationalmssociety.org/resources/get-support/find-support-groups-and-programs
Mental health support available 24/7 to Oregon farmworkers
call or text (833) 987-2474
People can call the AgriStress Helpline when they are in a crisis, need resources, are concerned about a loved one or just need someone to talk to. Calls are answered within 30 seconds, and all callers are screened for suicidality and offered a 24-hour follow-up call.
The Oregon AgriStress Helpline is available 24/7. If you or someone you love is struggling, call or text (833) 987-2474. The phone line can be accessed in up to 160 languages with the help of interpreters, and the text line offers English, Spanish and Vietnamese.
The helpline’s crisis specialists understand the culture, values, stressors and lived experiences of agriculture, forestry, and fishing workers. They can also offer local mental health resources specific to these industries.
DBSA Online Support Groups
DBSA online support groups offer people living with depression or bipolar disorder a safe, welcoming space to share experiences, discuss coping strategies, and support one another with hope. All groups are free of charge.
DBSA National Support Groups on HeyPeers
You can choose from over 130 different online groups hosted on the Heypeers platform using the link provided below:
Choose from groups by day and time and audience
Use This Link To Find General Support Groups
DBSA Identity-Focused Online Support Groups
In addition to our general support groups, we offer identity-focused groups.
Designed to be welcoming and supportive spaces, these groups offer participants the chance to discuss shared experiences and find community with others walking a similar path to wellness. These groups are available via Zoom and other platforms.
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Crisis
If you are having thoughts of death or suicide, call 988 or text DBSA to 741-741.
If you need immediate assistance, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.
Online Wellness Activities Events – Creativity
Video Shares on YouTUBE.com
ART
10 Minutes to Better Painting w/Marco Bucci
10 part lesson playlist. This artist offers additional courses paid.
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nap7dwHjD9Y&list=PLLmXZMqb_9sbNLM83NrM005vRQHw1yTKn
FREE Beginners Drawing Course w/MarkowskyArt
Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdIDMj3VSgBfRYygdixt6Msj2c5K8Kmfg
SOUND AND RHYTHM
FREE Beginner Hand Drumming Lesson with World Drum Club
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48CZFLgQEy0
FREE Body Percussion with Sounds of the Next Generation
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssZ6RNwyT3c
Vocal / Singing Exercises for Mature Voices
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMveCMhJgfE
POETRY, JOURNALING & CREATIVE WRIITING
Write it Out: Poetry Writing Workshop with Santa Monica College Library
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMveCMhJgfE
31 journal prompts for mindfulness, self reflection, and growth | daily journal prompt challenge!! with Carrie
Link: https://youtu.be/tHMEnO_RHw4
Sakinah Hofler: How creative writing can help you through life’s hardest moments | TED Talk
Link: https://youtu.be/uAXG0tb1Zxw
The Creative Advantage
Dance, Storytelling, Tradition, and so much more. Over 100 videos at:
Link: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCreativeAdvantage
Check back for additional listings.
Note: YouTube videos generally free, but may have intermittent ad content.
DBSA National Online Support Groups
Provider: Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
Website: https://www.dbsalliance.org
Media Contact: [email protected]
Link Hub: https://sprout.link/dbsalliance
All events are free, online, and recurrence-aware. Times normalized to PST.
DBSA Rural Community Peer Support Group (HeyPeers)
Schedule: Mondays (weekly), evening
Registration Link: https://heypeers.com
Provider Website: https://www.dbsalliance.org
DBSA Louisville – Family & Friends (Online)
Schedule: Wednesdays, 4:30–5:30 PM PST
Registration Link: mailto:[email protected]
Provider Website: https://www.dbsalliance.org
DBSA Louisville – LGBTQ+ (Online)
Schedule: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 3:00–4:00 PM PST
Registration Link: mailto:[email protected]
Provider Website: https://www.dbsalliance.org
DBSA Portland Chapter – Online Groups
Schedule: Multiple weekly online groups
Registration Link: https://mentalhealthisforeveryone.com/support/
Provider Website: https://mentalhealthisforeveryone.com
DBSA California State Chapter – Online Groups
Schedule: Daily recurring sessions
Registration Link: https://www.dbsacalifornia.org
Provider Website: https://www.dbsacalifornia.org
DBSA Dallas Chapter – Online Groups
Schedule: Multiple weekly & monthly sessions
Registration Link: https://www.dbsadallas.org
Provider Website: https://www.dbsadallas.org
DBSA MDSG New York – Online Groups
Schedule: Weekly & bi-weekly sessions
Registration Link: https://mdsg.org
Provider Website: https://mdsg.org
DBSA Northridge Chapter – Online Groups
Schedule: Weekly & ordinal sessions
Registration Link: https://dbsadepressionconnection.org
Provider Website: https://dbsadepressionconnection.org
DBSA Hamilton County (IN) – Online Groups
Schedule: 2nd & 4th Fridays; alternating Thursdays
Registration Link: https://www.dbsahcin.org
Provider Website: https://www.dbsahcin.org
DBSA Overland Park (KS) – Online Group
Schedule: Tuesdays, weekly
Registration Link: https://www.dbsaop.org
Provider Website: https://www.dbsaop.org
DBSA Greenwich (CT) – Online Group
Schedule: Fridays, weekly
Registration Link: mailto:[email protected]
Provider Website: https://www.dbsalliance.org
DBSA Contact Information
Website: https://www.dbsalliance.org
Media: [email protected]
Link Hub: https://sprout.link/dbsalliance
Online Wellness Activities Events – Creativity
Video Shares on YouTUBE.com
ART
10 Minutes to Better Painting w/Marco Bucci
10 part lesson playlist. This artist offers additional courses paid.
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nap7dwHjD9Y&list=PLLmXZMqb_9sbNLM83NrM005vRQHw1yTKn
FREE Beginners Drawing Course w/MarkowskyArt
Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdIDMj3VSgBfRYygdixt6Msj2c5K8Kmfg
SOUND AND RHYTHM
FREE Beginner Hand Drumming Lesson with World Drum Club
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48CZFLgQEy0
FREE Body Percussion with Sounds of the Next Generation
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssZ6RNwyT3c
Vocal / Singing Exercises for Mature Voices
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMveCMhJgfE
POETRY, JOURNALING & CREATIVE WRIITING
Write it Out: Poetry Writing Workshop with Santa Monica College Library
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMveCMhJgfE
31 journal prompts for mindfulness, self reflection, and growth | daily journal prompt challenge!! with Carrie
Link: https://youtu.be/tHMEnO_RHw4
Sakinah Hofler: How creative writing can help you through life’s hardest moments | TED Talk
Link: https://youtu.be/uAXG0tb1Zxw
The Creative Advantage
Dance, Storytelling, Tradition, and so much more. Over 100 videos at:
Link: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCreativeAdvantage
Check back for additional listings.
Note: YouTube videos generally free but may have intermittent ad content.
The ManKind Project – Online Men’s Groups
Sponsored by The Mankind Project (MKP), a nonprofit men’s community supporting emotional growth, integrity, and authentic leadership through free peer-facilitated groups and training programs.
The Mankind Project (MKP) hosts free online peer-facilitated groups that help men explore authenticity, purpose, and connection in a supportive environment. Its programs emphasize integrity, compassion, and personal accountability while offering men safe spaces for honest dialogue and community building.
Men’s Group Tuesdays
A free, confidential, and facilitated online group where men can connect in a supportive space and explore whether Men’s Work is right for them. Registrations within an hour of the event are not accepted for that night. Seating is limited; confirmation email provides participation details.
Meets weekly on Tuesday at
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM PST (1.5 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
Men’s Group, Thursdays
Free and confidential men’s group offering a safe space to connect, share, and learn. Open to men seeking deeper purpose and emotional maturity. Registration closes one hour before the start time; seating is limited.
Meets weekly on Thursday at
9:30 PM – 11:00 PM PST (1.5 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
National Men of Color Open Men’s Group
Weekly online gathering for men of color across the U.S. to build connection, accountability, and authentic community.
Meets weekly on Monday at
7 PM – 9 PM ET (2 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
Young Warrior Open Men’s Group
A national online circle for young men, offering open dialogue and peer-facilitated support in a confidential environment.
Meets monthly on the 3rd Wednesday at
12 PM – 2 PM ET (2 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
National Friday GBTQ+ Open Men’s Group
A monthly open group for gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer men to connect, share, and support one another in a safe and inclusive space.
Meets monthly on the 2nd Friday at
7 PM – 8:30 PM PT (1.5 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
National GBTQ+ Open Men’s Group
Open online peer group for GBTQ+ men focused on authentic connection, empowerment, and support.
Meets monthly on the 1st Thursday at
8 PM – 9:30 PM ET (1.5 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
National GBTQ+ Open Men’s Group
A recurring online group held the 3rd Tuesday each month for GBTQ+ men to engage in honest conversation and build community.
Meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday at
8 PM – 9:30 PM ET (1.5 hr)
Register: https://mankindproject.org/online-mens-groups
Wellness Activities: Creative Arts, Gentle Movement, Relaxation, Learning & Nature Experiences
These free, publicly accessible online activities support wellness across creative, physical, emotional, mental, and environmental areas. On-demand and recorded activities are assumed to be 1.00 hour each and available every day of the month. Live and recurring events are added to the Daily Hours Table on their scheduled dates (PST).
Creative Wellness
10 Minutes to Better Painting — Marco Bucci
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: 10-part beginner-friendly painting lesson playlist.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nap7dwHjD9Y&list=PLLmXZMqb_9sbNLM83NrM005vRQHw1yTKn
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com/@marcobucci
FREE Beginners Drawing Course — MarkowskyArt
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Beginner drawing course playlist.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdIDMj3VSgBfRYygdixt6Msj2c5K8Kmfg
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkowskyArt
FREE Beginner Hand Drumming Lesson — World Drum Club
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Beginner hand drumming lesson focused on rhythm and coordination.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48CZFLgQEy0
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com/@WorldDrumClub
FREE Body Percussion — Sounds of the Next Generation
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Rhythm and movement using body percussion.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssZ6RNwyT3c
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Vocal / Singing Exercises for Mature Voices
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Gentle vocal warmups and singing exercises.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMveCMhJgfE
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Write it Out: Poetry Writing Workshop — Santa Monica College Library
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Guided poetry writing workshop video.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YycJMjE3rkI
Provider Website: https://www.smc.edu
Google Arts & Culture
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Tour collections and explore artists, museums, and places.
Registration Link: https://artsandculture.google.com/
Provider Website: https://artsandculture.google.com/
Learning & Cognitive Wellness
25 Signs for American Sign Language
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Short lesson introducing basic ASL signs.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/0FcwzMq4iWg
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Physical Wellness
Workouts — Improved Health (YouTube Channel)
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Workout library and movement routines.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/@ImprovedHealth
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com/@ImprovedHealth
Chair Exercises for Seniors
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Seated exercise routine for strength and mobility.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvRMtSbFSU0
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Cardio Drumming Exercise with Lindsay
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Rhythmic cardio drumming workout.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/8UVLfU6Gr3c
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
SilverSneakers Senior Workouts (Playlist)
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Senior-friendly workout playlist.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpeQPnZrlw7wa1H7h8RkEeLwfZZQh49_G
Provider Website: https://www.silversneakers.com
Tai Chi for Beginners — 7 Minutes
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Short Tai Chi session for calm movement and balance.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEvSqHZIj8w
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
QiGong for Beginners — “Cleaning Breath” (5 Minutes)
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Short Qigong breathing practice.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuAfTmvW77I
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Seated Workout for Blind / Visually Impaired
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Seated workout designed for blind/low-vision access.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75OZjrwDw84
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Exercises for Visually Impaired
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Accessible exercises for blind/low-vision participants.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/6fiqyvmeNCA
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Activities for Visually Impaired
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Accessible activity ideas for blind/low-vision participants.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/qKD7qg-6B1o
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Relaxation Music & Calming Videos
Relaxing Tongue Drum Music — Oceanside
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Calming instrumental music video.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/9G1kXN4BGNg?list=PLwocxKRZ3vY9D3bA4bbdrSVS7VYCxGdK7
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
HandPan Drum Music Video
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Handpan music video for relaxation.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/j_3C0z96GE0?list=RDj_3C0z96GE0
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Handpan Outdoor Music Video
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Outdoor handpan music video.
Registration Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TzTpbT4XiQ&list=RD_TzTpbT4XiQ&start_radio=1
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Handpan and Harp Music Video — Ocean
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Handpan and harp music video for calming and rest.
Registration Link: https://youtu.be/oG6jNxwGcPg?list=RDoG6jNxwGcPg
Provider Website: https://www.youtube.com
Environmental & Nature-Based Wellness
Explore.org — Live Nature Webcams
Day & Time: Live & on-demand
Description: Hundreds of live webcams with nature and wildlife.
Registration Link: https://explore.org
Provider Website: https://explore.org
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center — Virtual Evening Science Talks
Day & Time: 3rd Tuesday · 4:00 PM PST
Description: Monthly virtual science talks (Zoom).
Registration Link: https://serc.si.edu/events/evening-lectures
Provider Website: https://serc.si.edu
SERC Calendar (Monthly View)
Day & Time: Schedule varies
Description: Event calendar for Smithsonian Environmental Research Center.
Registration Link: https://serc.si.edu/calendar/month
Provider Website: https://serc.si.edu
University of Michigan — Advancing Sustainable Solutions (Online Games)
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Educational sustainability games (e.g., sorting, quizzes).
Registration Link: https://seas.umich.edu/admissions/games
Provider Website: https://seas.umich.edu
US EPA — Games, Quizzes and Videos
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Environmental games and educational resources for students.
Registration Link: https://www.epa.gov/students/games-quizzes-and-videos-about-environment
Provider Website: https://www.epa.gov
The Nature Conservancy — Nature Lab Virtual Field Trips
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Virtual field trips and tours focused on nature and science.
Registration Link: https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/who-we-are/how-we-work/youth-engagement/nature-lab/virtual-field-trips/
Provider Website: https://www.nature.org
Sustainable Earth Games
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Sustainability-focused online games.
Registration Link: https://sustainable-earth.org/games/
Provider Website: https://sustainable-earth.org
Learning for Nature — Virtual Events
Day & Time: Schedule varies
Description: Virtual events related to nature learning (timing varies).
Registration Link: https://www.learningfornature.org/en/virtual-events/
Provider Website: https://www.learningfornature.org
World Wildlife Fund — Conservation Insiders Series
Day & Time: Schedule varies
Description: Virtual speaker series (timing varies).
Registration Link: https://www.worldwildlife.org/support/philanthropy/partners-in-conservation/conservation-insiders-series/
Provider Website: https://www.worldwildlife.org
Natural Sciences — Virtual Trivia Tuesdays
Day & Time: Tuesdays · 6:00 PM PST
Description: Weekly live virtual trivia via YouTube and Kahoot.it.
Registration Link: https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/events/category/series/trivia/
Provider Website: https://naturalsciences.org
NatureBridge — Outside Still Open
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Nature learning resources and activities.
Registration Link: https://naturebridge.org/outsidestillopen
Provider Website: https://naturebridge.org
Outdoor Learning School — Workshops
Day & Time: Schedule varies
Description: Workshop listings (timing varies).
Registration Link: https://outdoorlearning.com/events/category/workshops/
Provider Website: https://outdoorlearning.com
Aldo Leopold Nature Center — Virtual Field Trips
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Virtual field trips and nature education resources.
Registration Link: https://aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org/learn/engage-with-nature/virtual-field-trips/
Provider Website: https://aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org
Bird Alliance of Oregon — Events
Day & Time: Schedule varies
Description: Event listings for Bird Alliance of Oregon.
Registration Link: https://birdallianceoregon.org/events/
Provider Website: https://birdallianceoregon.org
NASA Live & Upcoming Events (NASA.gov)
Day & Time: Live & on-demand
Description: NASA news, events, and live programming.
Registration Link: https://www.nasa.gov/
Provider Website: https://www.nasa.gov
NASA+
Day & Time: Live & on-demand
Description: NASA streaming platform.
Registration Link: https://plus.nasa.gov/
Provider Website: https://plus.nasa.gov/
NASA at Home — Virtual Tours & Apps
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: NASA at-home activities, tours, and apps.
Registration Link: https://www.nasa.gov/nasa-at-home-virtual-tours-and-apps/
Provider Website: https://www.nasa.gov
National Park Service — Virtual Tours & More
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: NPS resources and online experiences.
Registration Link: https://www.nps.gov/index.htm
Provider Website: https://www.nps.gov/index.htm
National Parks Online Virtual Tours (Trafalgar article)
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Article compiling online virtual tours (third-party).
Registration Link: https://www.trafalgar.com/real-word/national-parks-online-virtual-tours/
Provider Website: https://www.trafalgar.com
Virtual Field Trips List (Common Sense Education article)
Day & Time: On-demand
Description: Article listing many virtual field trip options (third-party).
Registration Link: https://www.commonsense.org/education/articles/virtual-field-trips-full-of-learning-potential
Provider Website: https://www.commonsense.org