Wellness Wonderland brings behavioral and psychological well being assist and household enjoyable to Milwaukee

More than 300 folks gathered at Ascension All Saints Family Health Center for the fourth annual Wellness Wonderland, a free group occasion centered on making behavioral and psychological well being assist accessible, optimistic and fascinating for the entire household.

Hosted by Ascension Wisconsin, Wellness Wonderland introduced households from throughout Milwaukee collectively for a day of connection, wellness training, and actions designed to advertise bodily and emotional well-being.

“Taking care of our behavioral and mental health is an important part of taking care of our overall health,” stated Dr. Sabrina Ali, household medication doctor. “Wellness Wonderland creates an opportunity for families to come together, connect with one another and learn that asking for support is a strength. When we create spaces where people feel comfortable talking about how they’re doing, we build a healthier, more connected community.”

Creating a optimistic strategy to behavioral and psychological well being

The occasion mixed carnival-style actions with alternatives for households to be taught sensible methods for managing stress and supporting emotional wellness. Children and adults participated in yoga, meditation, artwork remedy, animal remedy, respiratory workouts, and CPR coaching, whereas additionally having fun with face portray, henna, snacks, and a dunk tank.

Families additionally had entry to behavioral and psychological well being sources and wellness training, in addition to recent produce and a backpack and school-supply giveaway to assist native college students put together for the brand new faculty 12 months.

“Wellness can look different for every person and every family, but having the tools and support to navigate life’s challenges can make a meaningful difference,” stated Jenny Ovide, RN. “Wellness Wonderland brings those tools into a fun and welcoming environment where families can learn, connect and practice healthy ways to manage stress together.”

The occasion’s attendance grew from greater than 200 folks final 12 months to greater than 300 this 12 months, reflecting continued group curiosity in accessible behavioral and psychological well being sources and family-focused wellness alternatives.

Building more healthy communities collectively

Wellness Wonderland is a part of Ascension Wisconsin’s dedication to supporting the well being and well-being of the communities it serves. By bringing well being training and sources right into a welcoming group setting, the occasion helps households construct abilities they’ll use lengthy after the occasion ends.

For households, the message is straightforward: caring for your behavioral and psychological well being issues, assist is accessible, and nobody has to navigate life’s challenges alone.

Through occasions similar to Wellness Wonderland, Ascension Wisconsin continues to create alternatives for neighbors to attach, be taught and construct resilience collectively.