Our Programs
From the beginning of Love Like Ky, our focus has been ensuring that community members in the Wood River Valley have access to practical mental well-being education and resources. As we build this work locally, we are developing a strong foundation of trainings, partnerships, and community events — with a long-term vision of sharing a scalable Mountain Strong model with other mountain communities in the future.
Get Involved!Mental Well-Being Trainings
At Love Like Ky, we believe everyone can play a role in supporting mental well-being.Our trainings are designed for everyday community members — no clinical background required.Learn practical skills that help you check in, start conversations, and strengthen connection in our mountain communities.
WHY THIS MATTERS
Mountain towns are strong, vibrant places — but they also face unique pressures.Connection is one of the most powerful protective factors for mental well-being.These trainings give people simple tools to look out for one another.
UPCOMING TRAININGS
PR — Question, Persuade, Refer
A nationally recognized mental well-being training that teaches participants how to:
✔ Recognize signs someone may be struggling
✔ Start supportive conversations
✔ Connect people with resources(No clinical experience required.)
Future Trainings Coming Soon
Mental Health First Aid
Community Ambassador Program
Workplace & Ski Industry Trainings
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Community Events & Engagement
Love Like Ky creates meaningful opportunities for connection and education throughout the Wood River Valley — bringing people together to strengthen mental well-being through shared experiences, conversations, and accessible resources.
Community Engagement
Love Like Ky partners with local organizations to spark open conversations about mental well-being in the Wood River Valley.
Our community engagement efforts include:
- Film screenings and facilitated discussions
- Speaking engagements with local businesses, ski teams, and service clubs
- Educational presentations focused on reducing stigma and strengthening connection
Our goal is to build a network of everyday advocates who feel equipped to support one another.
Sober Après & Community Events
We host community ski days and sober après gatherings that create space for connection without centering alcohol.
Events may include:
- Local mental health nonprofit resource booths
- Live music and community gathering
- Family-friendly activities
- Sponsored gear raffles
These events celebrate the idea that fun, connection, and mountain culture can thrive without binge drinking.
Connection
in Action
Mental well-being grows through simple, everyday actions.
At our events, participants are invited to:
- Check in with someone they care about
- Learn about local mental health resources
- Commit to small, meaningful acts of kindness
- Engage with the Ky 5 to Thrive
These experiences are designed to turn awareness into action — strengthening our community one connection at a time.
Sponsors & Partners
We've already garnered the support from many awesome brands and companies, and the list is continuing to grow. Reach out if your org is interested in supporting us.
Mtn Strong Tour
Over time, Love Like Ky hopes to expand our work beyond the Wood River Valley through a Mountain Mental Well-Being Tour. Our vision is to bring accessible mental health education, community conversations, and practical training tools to other mountain communities facing similar challenges. By building a strong model locally first, we aim to create a scalable approach that strengthens connection, reduces stigma, and supports mental well-being across mountain regions.
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Honoring Kyler
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