Department News

Landscape of San Luis Obispo County
1/27/2026

$21 Million State Grant Awarded to County of San Luis Obispo Behavioral Health

Funds will support a new “Pathways Home” project in Paso Robles to address gaps in mental health and substance use disorder services for youth and adults.
Behavioral Health Director, Star Graber, , Ph.D., LMFT.
1/20/2026

County of San Luis Obispo Behavioral Health Director Announces Retirement

Dr. Star Graber, Ph.D., LMFT, will be retiring this Spring after serving SLO County for 39 years.
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1/15/2026

Coast Union Students Launch New Marketing Campaign

The Youth Focused Media Campaign Aims to Reduce Underage Drinking
Central Coast beach.
12/19/2025

Behavioral Health Department Calls for Public Comment on Integrated Plan

The Integrated Plan outlines how the County will utilize behavioral health funding to meet the needs of residents.
Printed Holiday Guide turned open to page that reads "How to Manage Holiday Stress."
12/11/2025

New Holiday Guide Helps Community Manage Stress and Find Balance This Season

Behavioral Health equips individuals and families with practical tools to maintain emotional well-being throughout the holidays.
Health Agency staff promoting traffic safety initiatives..
11/24/2025

California Office of Traffic Safety Awards Over $650,000 in Grants to SLO County Health Agency for Road Safety Initiatives

Funding supports bicycles, pedestrians, child passengers, and youth traffic safety programs through 2026