from the Pasadena Mental Health Center
Pasadena Mental Health Center (PMHC), an affiliate of Altadena-based Five Acres, will host its sixth annual Fête – “Change the Beat” on Saturday, June 22, 5 p.m. at a private estate in Altadena, to raise critical funds for programs which empower children and families to “change the beat” during difficult periods in their lives. Tickets are available at $75 per person and include appetizers, wine and live entertainment by Domingo Siete.
PMHC will honor Frank Taylor of Pasadena, who served as PMHC’s board chair in 1984 and has provided loyal support for more than 29 years. At over 90 years old, Taylor continues to actively support the organization.
“Pasadena Mental Health Center provides vital support services to our community,” said Taylor. “I remain committed to ensuring these services are accessible for our children and families.”
Johanna Metzger of Altadena is this year’s co-chair. She provides vision and leadership to the event committee and works to ensure the success of the event.
“The amazing people who work at PMHC provide this emotional space for children and families to find hope and healing,” said Metzger. “To love our fellow beings is what we live for, to make life less difficult for each other.”
Pasadena Mental Health Center serves everyday people who need emotional support and guidance during difficult periods in their lives. PMHC strives to provide affordable, accessible and appropriate mental health services for individuals, families and children who have no other resources for such care.
Among the clients who consistently participate in treatment, 81% make progress on their treatment goals at the time of case closing. To join PMHC at its annual fundraiser in celebration of their commitment to helping youth and families in the community, visit www.pmhc.orgor contact Eden Garcia-Balis, Executive Director, at egarcia-balis@5acres.org or 626-798-0907.
Pasadena Mental Health Center (PMHC), an affiliate of Altadena-based Five Acres provides affordable, accessible and appropriate mental health services for individuals, families and children in the diverse Pasadena area and surrounding communities who have no other resources for such care. Five Acres is a historied non-profit organization providing vital support services to over 6,500 children and families in crisis annually throughout Southern California. Together, the two organizations offer a variety of classes and counseling sessions dealing with parenting issues, stress and anxiety, anger management, grief and loss, juvenile delinquency, marital issues, depression, adult care, violence prevention and juvenile substance abuse. For more information, visithttp://www.pmhc.org and www.fiveacres.org.
