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Mission Statement

It is the mission of La Buena Vida, Inc. to strengthen children, youth and families through the delivery of a wide array of educational and treatment services. La Buena Vida, Inc. recognizes that in order to maximize the use of services, collaboration with other groups, agencies and individuals who do or can impact the well being of the individual and family is essential.
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La Buena Vida Inc. Staff

Program History

La Buena Vida, Inc. began serving the residents of Sandoval County in 1972.  As the County grew, La Buena Vida, Inc. expanded its services to fulfill the needs of the increasing population.  Over the past tenyears in particular, the number of clients serviced at La Buena Vida, Inc. has dramatically increased from approximately 250 clients per year to approximately 1,500 clients per year. This increase is a reflection of the trust and respect conferred to La Buena Vida, Inc. from its clients, referring agencies and collaboratives.

In June 2001, La Buena Vida, Inc. was encouraged to share its cultural diversity and expertise in mental health and substance abuse issues by providing services to the residents of Valencia County.  This endeavor has also proven to be advantageous from a growth aspect in that approximately 140 clients were seen during the first year of operation to approximately 500 currently
 
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Mental Health Matters Everyday

Sunday – Relax

Monday – Make a plan

Tuesday – Surround yourself with supportive people

Wednesday – Take care of your body

Thursday – Give of yourself

Friday – Broaden your horizon

Saturday – Value yourself

National Mental Health Association
National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare

 
Children Heal Through Play
Art Therapy and Play Therapy are two ways children may access and heal upsetting events in their lives.  Linda Hunter, a Registered Play Therapist, states, “Imaginative play is used by children to resolve the past, cope with the present, and prepare for the future” “In play children find answers from within”.  A child therapist may help by being an attentive witness to this play or artmaking activity.  In being supported this way, the child most often feels heard and understood.

Cinnamon Weaver, LPAT
Art Therapist