Every month, MusiCares offers a variety of programs, support groups, and health clinics to music professionals in need. This May, MusiCares is celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with a number of resources dedicated to mental health, wellness and the unique struggles of the music community — including the first-ever Mindful May event on May 29.

For those who live in New York City, there will also be five events in our NYC Housing Series in collaboration with the Entertainment Community Fund this month. The first kicks off on May 8 with "Finding Affordable Housing in New York City."

Take a look at the full event list below to see what MusiCares has coming up this May. Be sure to check back here throughout the month for additional programs and updates!

May 8: Finding Affordable Housing in New York City

In Partnership With the Entertainment Community Fund

Learn how to navigate the affordable housing landscape and take advantage of opportunities to apply.

Topics include finding and applying for affordable housing, eligibility requirements, paperwork organization, and documenting fluctuating income. 

DATE: May 8\
TIME: 5:00 p.m. ET\
REGISTRATION: Register to attend here.

May 10: Apartment Hunting 101: Strategies For Finding NYC Housing

In Partnership With the Entertainment Community Fund

Are you looking for a new place to live in New York City? Do you need to leave your current housing? Join us and learn how to navigate the current NYC housing market. 

Topics include calculating your rent budget, the basics of leases and rental agreements, and resources to help you find different types of housing. 

DATE: May 10\
TIME: 10:00 a.m. ET\
REGISTRATION: Register to attend here.

May 16: Affordable Housing for Seniors in NYC

In Partnership With the Entertainment Community Fund

Learn how to navigate housing opportunities for older adults in NYC including senior specific programs. General tips on securing affordable housing for all entertainment professionals will also be discussed.

Topics include the application process, assessing your income, eligibility criteria, and preparing documents.

DATE: May 16\
TIME: 3:30 p.m. ET\
REGISTRATION: Register to attend here.

May 21: How to Find Affordable Housing in NYC: NYC Housing Connect 2.0 Tutorial

In Partnership With the Entertainment Community Fund

NYC has launched a new website for applying for affordable housing lotteries.

Topics include navigating the new system, changes to the process, compiling documents, and setting up a new profile.

DATE: May 21\
TIME: 3:30 p.m. ET\
REGISTRATION: Register to attend here.

May 24-26: Cali Roots Hearing Clinic

MusiCares is hosting a hearing clinic at Cali Roots Festival in Monterey, California. Eligible music professionals will be fitted for free, custom molded ear plugs during the hearing clinic. (All services are open to artists and crew only, while supplies last.)

DATE: May 24-26

May 29: Mindful May 

Presented by Sweetwater

MusiCares is hosting its first-ever Mindful May event to promote and support holistic wellness for the music community during Mental Health Awareness Month. This event aims to provide sound mental health resources and workshops encompassing the mind, body, and soul.

Activations will include complimentary mental health assessments, yoga classes, massages, holistic chiropractor, 1 of 1 Custom ear plugs, a panel discussion featuring Dr. Siri, a create your own tea blend stand, and a Pressed Juicery stand.

This event is invitation-only.

Support Groups

MusiCares offers 10 free, weekly support and addiction recovery support groups, including groups for the women's music community, Black music community, and LGBTQIA+ communities. These music community groups are open to anyone interested in participating. 

Support groups are a safe and secure place to sort through a variety of wellness issues or concerns. Each group is led by a licensed professional, and additional assistance is available if needed. 

DATE: Weekly, Ongoing\
TIME: Weekly, Ongoing\
REGISTRATION: Learn more and contact a group facilitator here.

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