MusiCares Hosts Hip Hop Wellness Clinic in L.A.

Free health, therapy, and financial support for music pros returns to Los Angeles on June 24 as part of Humans of Hip Hop initiative

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MusiCares Returns to L.A. with Vital Services for Hip Hop Community

MusiCares is bringing its impactful Humans of Hip Hop (H3) wellness initiative back to Los Angeles for a one-day event, providing free, essential services to music professionals working in the Hip Hop industry. Scheduled for Tuesday, June 24, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, the clinic will be held at the MusiCares/Recording Academy HQ in Santa Monica.

Empowering the Culture Behind the Music

Open to qualifying attendees—those with five or more years of industry experience or at least six commercially released credits—the event invites artists, producers, engineers, and behind-the-scenes creatives to access no-cost health and wellness support in a trusted, supportive environment.

Comprehensive Care—All Under One Roof

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The clinic’s offerings include:

– Financial wellness workshop led by Dr. Lynn Richardson
– Vision screenings and free eyewear
– Dental screenings
– Custom ear molds for performers and engineers
– Mental health therapy sessions and screenings
– Massage therapy and physical therapy services

A National Movement with Local Roots

Supported by Vivid Seats and Amazon Music, Humans of Hip Hop has traveled across the country—making stops in cities such as Atlanta, Oakland, Chicago, Detroit, and New York—to provide care tailored to the communities driving Hip Hop. Previous participants in H3 programming include notable names like Saweetie, Common, Lupe Fiasco, Killer Mike, and MC Lyte.

Here are some photos from last year’s Humans of Hip Hop (LA): “She’s Iconic: A Salute to Women in Hip Hop” at Amazon Studios on June 18, 2024 in Culver City, California. (Photos by Anna Weber/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 18: Dancer and choreographer Leslie “Big Lez” Segar, Head of HipHop and R&B at Amazon Music Sierra Lever and musical artist Laiya St. Clair arrive at Humans of Hip Hop (LA): “She’s Iconic: A Salute to Women in Hip Hop” at Amazon Studios on June 18, 2024 in Culver City, California. (Photo by Anna Webber/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 18: American Rapper and singer Saweetie, American Rapper MC Lyte, Dancer and choreographer Leslie “Big Lez” Segar, Head of HipHop and R&B at Amazon Music Sierra Lever, Head of Events and Experiential for Artists at Amazon Music Jameka Pankey and Musical artist Laiya St. Clair arrive at Humans of Hip Hop (LA): “She’s Iconic: A Salute to Women in Hip Hop” at Amazon Studios on June 18, 2024 in Culver City, California. (Photo by Anna Webber/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 18: American Rapper and singer Saweetie, American Rapper MC Lyte, Executive Director of MusiCares Laura Segura, Dancer and choreographer Leslie “Big Lez” Segar, Head of HipHop and R&B at Amazon Music Sierra Lever, Head of Events and Experiential for Artists at Amazon Music Jameka Pankey and Musical artist Laiya St. Clair at The Recording Academy Qiana Conley Akinro arrive at Humans of Hip Hop (LA): “She’s Iconic: A Salute to Women in Hip Hop” at Amazon Studios on June 18, 2024 in Culver City, California. (Photo by Anna Webber/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 18: Head of HipHop and R&B at Amazon Music Sierra Lever, American Rapper and singer Saweetie, American rapper MC Lyte, Dancer and choreographer Leslie “Big Lez” Segar and musical artist Laiya St. Clair arrive at Humans of Hip Hop (LA): “She’s Iconic: A Salute to Women in Hip Hop” at Amazon Studios on June 18, 2024 in Culver City, California. (Photo by Anna Webber/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 18: General view of atmosphere as seen during Humans of Hip Hop (LA): “She’s Iconic: A Salute to Women in Hip Hop” at Amazon Studios on June 18, 2024 in Culver City, California. (Photo by Anna Webber/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 18: Musical artist Laiya St. Clair arrive at Humans of Hip Hop (LA): “She’s Iconic: A Salute to Women in Hip Hop” at Amazon Studios on June 18, 2024 in Culver City, California. (Photo by Anna Webber/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 18: Head of HipHop and R&B at Amazon Music Sierra Lever and Head of Events and Experiential for Artists at Amazon Music Jameka Pankey arrives at Humans of Hip Hop (LA): “She’s Iconic: A Salute to Women in Hip Hop” at Amazon Studios on June 18, 2024 in Culver City, California. (Photo by Anna Webber/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 18: Head of HipHop and R&B at Amazon Music Sierra Lever attends Humans of Hip Hop (LA): “She’s Iconic: A Salute to Women in Hip Hop” at Amazon Studios on June 18, 2024 in Culver City, California. (Photo by Anna Webber/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 18: American Rapper MC Lyte arrives at Humans of Hip Hop (LA): “She’s Iconic: A Salute to Women in Hip Hop” at Amazon Studios on June 18, 2024 in Culver City, California. (Photo by Anna Webber/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 18: Head of HipHop and R&B at Amazon Music Sierra Lever, Dancer and choreographer Leslie “Big Lez” Segar, American Rapper MC Lyte, Head of Events and Experiential for Artists at Amazon Music Jameka Pankey and musical artist Laiya St. Clair arrive at Humans of Hip Hop (LA): “She’s Iconic: A Salute to Women in Hip Hop” at Amazon Studios on June 18, 2024 in Culver City, California. (Photo by Anna Webber/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

Community and Celebration

This event is more than a clinic—it’s a celebration of the artists and professionals who make Hip Hop the cultural force it is. It’s a show of solidarity, a recognition of the often-unseen labor in music, and a tangible reminder that support exists for those shaping the soundtracks of our lives.

Event Information and RSVP

Event: MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop (H3) Health & Wellness Clinic
Date: Tuesday, June 24
Time: 12 PM – 5 PM
Location: MusiCares / Recording Academy HQ – 3030 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/humans-of-hip-hop-la-health-wellness-clinic-ft-dr-lynn-richardson-tickets-1405876848499

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 16: Wade Johnson Jr. and Darius Jenkins attend MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop at 4U Recording Studio on June 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 16: Darius Jenkins attends MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop at 4U Recording Studio on June 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 16: Nani Hill (R) attend MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop at 4U Recording Studio on June 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 16: Dr. DeVonte Johnson attends MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop at 4U Recording Studio on June 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 16: Wade Johnson Jr. attends MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop at 4U Recording Studio on June 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 16: Nina Hill, Paris Shenae, and Joi “Stewdiopheen” Wynn attend MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop at 4U Recording Studio on June 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 16: Z Lawrence attend MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop at 4U Recording Studio on June 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 16: Jenea Kennedy and Dr. Lynn Richardson attend MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop at 4U Recording Studio on June 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 16: Wade Johnson Jr. and Dr. Lynn Richardson attend MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop at 4U Recording Studio on June 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 16: Guest attends MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop at 4U Recording Studio on June 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 16: Wade Johnson Jr., Jenea Kennedy, and Dr. Lynn Richardson speak onstage during MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop at 4U Recording Studio on June 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 16: Jenea Kennedy and Dr. Lynn Richardson speak onstage during MusiCares Humans of Hip Hop at 4U Recording Studio on June 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

About MusiCares

MusiCares was established in 1989 by the Recording Academy to support the health and well-being of music professionals. With services ranging from preventive care to emergency relief, MusiCares stands as a vital safety net for the creative community. Learn more at www.musicares.org.