The Teton Behavioral Health Alliance, an initiative of the Community Foundation of Jackson Hole, is leading local Mental Health Awareness Month efforts in Wyoming, launching a Mental Health Awareness Month Community Calendar to connect residents with information, support, and opportunities for engagement. The calendar serves as a centralized hub for events, workshops, and resources offered by organizations throughout Teton County.
Kate Schelbe, Backbone Leader of the Teton Behavioral Health Alliance, stated that “this effort is about visibility and connection. There is incredible work happening across our community to support mental health. We want to make it easier for people to find it, engage with it, and feel supported.”
2026 Survey Findings
Recent findings from the 2026 PRC Community Engagement & Behavioral Health Survey conducted by the Teton Behavioral Health Alliance show both progress and ongoing challenges. In 2026, 50.1% of adults reported experiencing three or more days of poor mental health in the past month, an improvement from 62.1% in 2021 and 69.0% in 2024. However, disparities persist, with higher rates reported among women, young adults, Latine residents, and LGBQ and gender-diverse individuals.
Schelbe noted that “these findings show meaningful progress, especially in reducing stigma. At the same time, they remind us that many people in our community are still struggling and that access, inclusion, and connection remain critical.”
Campaign Theme and Community Engagement
Mental Health America’s Mental Health Awareness Month theme this year is “More Good Days, Together.” The Alliance is aligning with this theme as it encourages individuals and communities to reflect on what a “good day” looks like and how collective action can help make those days more common. Community members are encouraged to explore and attend events on the Community Calendar, share personal stories to reduce stigma, promote mental health tools and local resources, participate in awareness efforts and social media campaigns, and check in with friends, family, and colleagues. Survey results will be shared at a Town Hall in late September.
This article is an AI-assisted summary. All facts and figures are drawn from the original report: https://buckrail.com/teton-behavioral-health-alliance-launches-mental-health-awareness-month-community-calendar-2/