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Virtual Town Hall on Law Enforcement Interactions
Virtual Town Hall onLaw Enforcement Interactions with People Who Have Mental Health Conditions or Developmental DisabilitiesL.A. County residents are invited to actively participate in a virtual town hall regarding the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department interactions with people who have mental health conditions or developmental disabilities. This virtual event is designed to create a safe space for community members to share their observations, thoughts & suggestions about: Law enforcement crisis response to incidents involving people who have mental health conditions or developmental disabilities Public safety needs of community members who…
Read MoreNAMI Pomona Valley is Upgrading
NAMIPV is growing, changing, and adapting to meet the needs of our community. Over the last year our amazing staff and volunteers continued to provide all of our quality services virtually in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. While we missed the experience of in-person gatherings we found that there were benefits such as more people from greater distances being able to attend classes and support groups. Being here for you and being accessible is our #1 priority. As we move forward we are recommitting to all our classic services while…
Read MoreHOW RACISM AFFECTS MENTAL HEALTH: NEXT STEPS
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 6: 30 PM – 8: 30 PM Join our virtual legislative roundtable of state and county representatives for a community led conversation. We will discuss how to better understand legislative processes and how to advocate with legislative staff. We’ll also gain insight on nami california’s legislative agenda. There will be a live Q&A! Download flyer HERE.Submit your questions to: ed@namipv.orgSubject: roundtable R E G I S T E R T O D A Y !https://bit.ly/2Gwbn1I
Read MoreA Call to Action
Tri-City will be hosting a webinar on Impact of Systemic Racism on Mental Health on Thursday, September 24, 2020 at 6:00 pm – Please join us for a webinar presented by Jei Africa, PsyD, MSCP, CATC-V, the Director of Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) at the County of Marin. The goal of this webinar is to address the impact of systemic racism, implicit bias and microaggression on the mental health of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities. Participants will learn strategies to promote equity and inclusion and ways to improve access to…
Read MoreSeptember is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
It’s time to destigmatize mental health, even if it means being vulnerable around your peers or family. Vulnerability is a sign of strength and we encourage you to take the first step in asking for help. Join us in supporting Suicide Prevention Awareness Month by starting the conversation at home, at work, and in the community. Pain isn’t always obvious. Suicide Prevention is about knowing the signs and stepping in or speaking up for someone you care about. Talking about death or suicide Seeking methods for self-harm Talking about feeling…
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Free Community Health Fair!
Back To School event!
As you all know, L.A. Care Health Plan and Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan, Community Resource Centers are always committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our members and the communities where they live. To continue our efforts during this time of need, we are happy to inform you all about an exciting community event that we will be hosting for our community. Our annual Back To School event will take place this coming Saturday July 25th 2020 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. During this event we…
Read MoreMinority Mental Health
Mental health conditions do not discriminate based on race, color, gender or identity. Anyone can experience the challenges of mental illness regardless of their background. However, background and identity can make access to mental health treatment much more difficult. National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 2008 to start changing this. Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental health condition. Taking on the challenges of mental health conditions, health coverage and the stigma of mental illness requires all of us. In many communities, these…
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