PEERS Wellness Ambassadors - Cabrillo College

P.E.E.R.S Wellness Ambassadors

People Empowering Each Other to Realize Success

PEERS focus on the Eight Dimensions of Wellness to support a healthier community. How we care for our children, our elders, our families, and ourselves. PEERS Wellness Ambassadors help promote wellness and student success in our campus community. Wellness Ambassadors work with Student Health Services to optimize wellness skills to support the achievement of academic and personal goals.

About Wellness Ambassadors

PEERS Member Bios

About Active Minds Club

PEERS Application

About PEERS Wellness Ambassadors

PEERS Members & Bios

PEERS Application

Active Minds Club

Dimensions of Wellness Assessment

Health Education & Wellness Coaching Interest Form

Health Services Homepage

Questions?

Contact PEERS

shspeers@cabrillo.edu

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About Wellness Ambassadors

What do Wellness Ambassadors do?

A Wellness Ambassador will work one-on-one with a student to identify strengths, goals, and plans addressing each dimension of wellness. The PEERS Wellness Ambassador will share resources, teach new skills, help the student develop healthy habits to overcome challenges, and will also be an accountability partner to the student. They also connect students to valuable resources on campus and are leaders in the Active Minds Club.

What can Wellness Ambassadors help with?

SMART Goals for Academic & Personal Objectives
Time Management
Stress Management
Studying Tips and Tricks
Sleep, Nutrition, and Exercise Support
Budgeting
Accountability
Organization
Campus Connections
Overall support around the 8 Dimensions of Wellness: Emotional, Environmental, Financial, Intellectual, Occupational, Physical, Social, and Spiritual.

Want support from a PEERS Wellness Ambassador?

Make an appointment by calling (831) 479-6435 or emailing healthservices@cabrillo.edu when school is in session. You can also complete this Dimensions of Wellness Assessment where you can request an appointment.

Dimensions of Wellness Assessment

Want to become a PEERS Wellness Ambassador?

PEERS needs you! Bring us your talents to Student Health Services view requirements, application, and recommendation forms through the link below:

PEERS Application

Want a brief PEERS presentation in your class?

Complete this form or email shspeers@cabrillo.edu.

Presentation Request Form

PEERS Members & Bios

Current Wellness Ambassadors

Amy

Amy is 25 and is majoring in radiology. Health is super important to her and as such she is constantly learning and practicing new health practices; mental, physical,emotional, spiritual. When she is not in class or at work she is usually having her daily matcha and journal at the cafe, walking along the beach, hanging out with friends or possibly reading her newest book.

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Andre

Andre is majoring in Health Science and pursuing the Radiologic Technology pathway at Cabrillo College. In his downtime, he enjoys reading, playing guitar, and spending time in nature. His love for anatomy and connecting with others inspired his journey into healthcare, which aligns closely with his role as a PEER Wellness Ambassador.

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Sofia

Sofia is 19 years old and is going into her second year at Cabrillo. She is double-majoring in psychology and music and plans to become a music therapist. She loves making meaningful connections and helping others in various areas of wellness. She’s also very interested in mental health and ensuring that people are introduced to the resources that offer them the best support. In her free time, Sofia enjoys practicing instruments, doing all types of arts and crafts, as well as spending time with friends and family.

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Olin

My name is Olin Henricks II. I was born and raised in Watsonville. I have 3 wonderful kids. My major is Socialogy and my goal is to extend my education by transferring to CSUMB in the fall. My hobbies are volunteering my time at the Student Health Services at the Aptos campus. My passion is coaching football and coaching at the YMCA in Watsonville when I have free time. I like to read and use my free time to enjoy walks on the beach or take a hike in the Mount Madonna Mountains. Olin has graduated, but is still volunteering with us!

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Former PEERS

Congradulations to our Graduates/Transfers!

Daniella

Daniella enjoys working as a Wellness Ambassador at Cabrillo College, where she focuses on her passion: building supportive connections within our community through compassionate, meaningful interactions. She is deeply interested in mental health and enjoys sharing tools and resources that help people cultivate peace, joy, and fulfillment in their lives. As a psychology major, Daniella plans to earn a Doctorate in Psychology and work as a licensed clinical therapist, focusing on healing from early childhood attachment traumas. Outside of work and school, Daniella enjoys writing songs, designing posters, and weightlifting. Most of all, she cherishes spending quality time with friends and family and expressing herself through art and music.

Arturo

Arturo Marquez Jr. is majoring in Human Services. His career goals are to create and work for non-profit organizations that lead recovery services for the on coming changes implemented into our justice system in the realm of SUD treatment. His interest and hobbies revolve around his love for sports and movies. Tuesdays you might catch him at a theater for their $5 movie days, and Saturdays are a Rugby day. IYKYK.

Andreina

Andreina is 22 years old and was born and raised in Santa Cruz. Before coming to Cabrillo to further her Spanish education, she earned a degree in Cell Biology and Neuroscience at Montana State University. Her long-term goal is to attend medical school and become a doctor. Off campus, you’ll probably find Andreina out running with her dog (Westcliff is her favorite!), lifting weights at the gym, or line dancing. She is also a certified personal trainer and loves helping people feel strong and confident through movement.

Join the Cabrillo College chapter of the national nonprofit Active Minds Club. As a club we empower our members to change the conversation about mental health and suicide prevention by raising awareness, sharing resources, and inspiring action.

The importance of awareness and education about the signs and symptoms of mental health disorders and encouraging students who are struggling to reach out and seek help are extremely valuable, now more than ever. We've all been in a situation where we or someone close to us has shown signs of distress, did you know what to do? This club will help you find the words and learn the resources to help.

Learn about the ways you can be a part of changing the conversations around Mental Health in our school, community and beyond with a supportive group of your peers. If you're ready to be a part of the Active Minds Club or have any questions email shspeers@cabrillo.edu or complete the Active Minds Club Member Form.

Visit the Active Minds Club Linktree for their Instagram, resources and more information.

Active Minds Club Member Form

About Wellness Ambassadors

PEERS Member Bios

About Active Minds Club

PEERS Application

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