Health & Wellness Resources

Supporting Your Mind, Body, & Well-Being.

At CCC, we care about the whole student, not just your academic success. Through our partnership with Salinas Valley Health, we’re proud to offer students access to free community programs focused on mindfulness, stress management, and overall wellness. Whether you’re looking to find calm during busy weeks or learn more about important health topics, these resources are here to help you feel your best inside and outside the classroom.

For any additional questions, reach out to Steven Yancy at syancy@centralcoastcollege.edu.

Healthy Holiday Snack Demo

Celebrate the season with a fun, free Healthy Holiday Snack Demo hosted by the Live Well Project! This event features a live presentation of plant-based, charcuterie-style snacks that are both festive and nutritious. Guests can enjoy food tastings, giveaways, and simple ideas for healthier holiday eating.

• Date: Thursday, December 18, from 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
• Location: Soledad Community Center 560 Walker Drive Soledad, CA 93960

To register, CLICK HERE.

Mindfulness Programs

Take a moment for yourself. Salinas Valley Health offers free, virtual mindfulness classes designed to help you slow down, reduce stress, and reconnect with your mind and body. Each session introduces simple techniques like meditation, breathing exercises, and gentle movement to improve focus, relieve anxiety, and promote overall well-being.

Available Sessions:

• • Mindfulness Meditation
  • Balance, Mobility & Meditation
  • Group Chair for Movement, Meditation, and Mindfulness

These classes are open to students, staff, and community members and can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own space.

To learn more or register, CLICK HERE or call 831-759-1890.

Health Education & Speaker Series

The Salinas Valley Health Speakers Bureau connects our local community with experienced medical providers, clinicians, and experts who are passionate about their specialties. They are committed to raising awareness through education and outreach.

The Salinas Valley Health Speakers Bureau connects students and campus groups with local healthcare professionals for engaging, educational presentations (all completely free of charge). These interactive talks are a great way to learn about preventive health, mental wellness, and everyday habits that contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Presentations can be tailored for student clubs, classrooms, or campus events and are led by experienced physicians and clinicians who are passionate about community health.

Popular Topics Include:

• • Mental Health & Stress Reduction
  • Nutrition & Wellness
  • Sleep & Restorative Health
  • Obesity & Weight Management
  • Chronic Disease & Diabetes Prevention
  • Heart Health & Stroke Awareness

To learn more or schedule a guest speaker CLICK HERE.

Live Well Project

The Live Well Project, in partnership with Salinas Valley Health, brings the community together to make healthy living simple and accessible for everyone. Through free events, wellness activities, and helpful resources, the program encourages people to eat well, stay active, and build meaningful connections. Get involved and take the first step toward a healthier, more connected community.

To learn more, CLICK HERE or call 831-759-3232.

Diabetes Resources

Our community offers a wide range of resources to support diabetes prevention and management. Local partners like Salinas Valley Health, Montage Health, Aspire Health, and the YMCA offer screenings, education, fitness programs, and wellness support. Students can also access CalFresh, the Food Bank of Monterey County, and Double Up Food Bucks to help make healthy food more affordable. United Way’s 211 service provides quick connections to additional community programs.

Learn more:

• • Health:
    • Salinas Valley Health – Offers monthly wellness programs as well as a large diabetes and endocrinology department with diabetes education.
    • Montage Health – In group or one-on-one sessions available to learn about monitoring and managing blood sugar, a nutritious diet, medication, and non-medication.
    • Aspire Health Plan – Provides type 2 diabetes screening and health risk assessments.
  • Fitness:
    • Monterey Bay Moves – Efficient, Motivating and Rejuvenating group classes at Vince DiMaggio Park Hall & The Sanctuary Beach Resort. From yoga to circuit training.
      
    • YMCA – Variety of group fitness classes & wellness programs for all ages.
    • Salinas Regional Soccer Complex – Sporting facilities for recreational and competitive teams, regional and local tournaments, and high school championship games.
  • Nutrition
    • Double Up Food Bucks – Double Up Food Bucks matches your CA-grown fruit and vegetable purchases when you use your CalFresh EBT dollars.
    • CalFresh – Nutrition assistance program supporting low-income households with monthly benefits to purchase food.
    • Food Bank for Monterey County – Nonprofit organization operating food distribution sites throughout Monterey County.
  • Wellness
    • Natividad Diabetes Education Center – Offers services to children and adults with diabetes Type 1, Type 2, gestational diabetes, and pre-diabetes.
    • Live Well Project – Community well-being project offering free events & resources to make healthy choices easier.
    • United Way 211 – FREE source of information and referrals that connects you to the services you need.