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South Region Community Updates
Thursday, May 23rd, 2024
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Shallow Rental Subsidy Program Round 2
The Department of Homeless Solutions and Equitable Communities is pleased to announce that additional subsidies are now available through the County’s Pilot Shallow Rental Subsidy Program (SRSP) Round 2. The SRSP is designed to improve housing stability for low-income older adults who may be at risk of losing their housing. The SRSP Round 2 subsidies will provide $500 monthly payments to qualified households over a period of 18 months. Participants will also receive light case management services from the Department of Homeless Solutions and Equitable Communities. People eligible are head of households who are 55 years of age or older with the household income at or below 50% Area Median Income (AMI) and severely rent-burdened. A head of household who is 60 years of age or older with household income at or below 30% AMI and residing within one of the 39 Health Equity Zip Codes as defined by the Healthy Places Index may be prioritized for the program.
Apply here!
 County Offices to Close for Memorial Day
In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, all San Diego County offices, family resource centers, libraries and animal shelters will be closed to the public on Monday, May 27th.
Law enforcement, emergency animal control response, and other essential services will continue through the holiday.
Read the full article here.
Join us for Community Sessions for the Recommended Budget
During the sessions, you can find out how the budget process works, ask questions about the recommended budget, and give your feedback.
If you would like to attend, visit Engage San Diego County for all the session details. You can also register to let us know you are coming or request language and accessibility services.
Drop in anytime during the open house to review information and ask questions at topic stations. Feedback will be gathered in writing on comment cards. The Open House will not include a formal presentation or comment session.
WHEN: Thursday, May 23, 2024 | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
WHERE: County Operations Center - Chambers, 5520 Overland Ave., San Diego, CA 92123
Virtual Community Meeting on Zoom
Hear a presentation followed by an opportunity to provide feedback verbally or in writing during a moderated Q&A and comments session.
WHEN: Thursday, May 29, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Webinar ID: 882 4214 1528
 County Expands Pilot Shallow Rental Subsidy Program for Older Adults
The County is expanding a pilot shallow rental subsidy program to support an additional 160 older adults at risk of homelessness.
The County of San Diego Department of Homeless Solutions and Equitable Communities' program will provide at-risk San Diego County residents over 55-years-old with a $500 monthly rental subsidy for 18 months. The money will go directly to participants' landlords.
View the flyer here for more information.
Read the full article here.
 High-Speed Internet and Affordability Public Meetings
Join one of the public meetings to share thoughts on the draft criteria for awarding $9 million in grant funds for high-speed internet projects in unincorporated communities.
To find out more about this work and to submit comments and questions, visit the engagement site here.
View the flyer here.
 Fair Chance Ordinance Town Hall Sessions
Ask questions and provide feedback on the proposed Fair Chance Ordinance for unincorporated areas of San Diego. Options to attend in person or virtually!
Choose one of the three sessions below:
The Justice Involved Community:
When: Tuesday May 21st | 5:00PM - 6:30PM
Where: El Cajon Branch County Library
201 E. Douglas Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020
*in-person only
Businesses and Employers:
When: Tuesday May 28th | 10:00AM - 11:00AM
Where: Virtual
View the flyer here!
Community and Stakeholders:
When: Wednesday, May 29th | 5:00PM - 6:30PM
Where: Southeastern Live Well Center
5101 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92114
*virtual option available
View the flyer here!
Learn more about all the sessions here!
 Summertime Brings SUN Bucks
New this summer, families with school-aged children who rely on free or reduced-price meals during the school year will have some extra grocery money. California SUN Bucks, also called Summer-EBT, begins next month and will provide an additional $40 per month in food benefits to eligible children to purchase groceries during the summer months of June, July, and August.
SUN Bucks work just like CalFresh and can be used to buy foods like fruits, vegetables, meat, and dairy products at most grocery stores, farmer’s markets, and other authorized retailers.
They are available to children who receive free or reduced-price school meals through a school meal application, an Alternative Income Form, CalFresh, CalWORKs, or Medi-Cal.
Read the full article here.
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WHEN: Saturday, May 25th | 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
WHERE: Southeastern Live Well Center, 5101 Market St., San Diego, CA 92114
For more information: Please call, (858) 636-3535
View the flyer in English and Spanish here.
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WHEN: Tuesday, May 28th I 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
WHERE: Virtual, via Zoom
Register for the event here.
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WHEN: Tuesday, May 28th | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
WHERE: Porchlight Community Services, 8878 Clairmont Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92123
View the flyer here.
Register for the event here.
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WHEN: Friday, May 31st I 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
WHERE: 847 Encina Ave., Imperial Beach, CA 91932
Learn more here.
View the flyer here.
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2024 Bilingual Caregiver Conference
WHEN: Saturday, June 1st | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
WHERE: Glenner Town Square, 2765 Main St., Suite A, Chula Vista, CA 91911
Learn more here.
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WHEN: Saturday, June 8th I 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
WHERE: South Region Live Well Center, 690 Oxford St., Chula Vista, CA 91911
View the flyer in English and Spanish.
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College Prep & Application Workshop Series - College Success
WHEN: Friday, June 7th I 12:00 PM -2:00 PM
WHERE: Otay Mesa-Nestor Branch Library, 3003 Coronado Ave., San Diego, CA 92154
View the flyer here.
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County Encourages a Wellness Practice for Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of mental health and to note that no one is alone in confronting struggles.
This month, people are encouraged to check in with friends and loved ones, learn more about resources and reach out to get support for their mental health or that of a loved one.
County Behavioral Health Services invites you to take the 30-Day Mental Wellness Practice, a free and friendly way to engage in daily self-care activities.
Read the full article here.
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County Confirms Third Measles Case of 2024
County public health officials have confirmed the third case of measles in the region this year in a 13-month-old resident who recently traveled overseas.
The unimmunized infant may have exposed others at the following times and locations:
- Children's Primary Care Medical Group El Cajon, 844 Jackman St., on May 12th from 9:10 AM to 12:00 PM.
- Rady's Children's Emergency Department, 3020 Children's Way, 1st Floor, on May 13th from 10:30 AM to 12:45 PM.
Read the full article here.
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Public Health Nurse and Narcan Save a Life
The risk of opioid overdose has increased significantly with the surge in illicit fentanyl. Naloxone (Narcan) is a medicine that reverses an opioid overdose and restores breathing that has slowed or stopped.
Public Health Nurse, Andrea Huerta, was working with a homeless outreach team when she suddenly needed Naloxone and become that lifeline for someone in crisis.
Read the full article here.
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MPOX Resources
MPOX is a viral disease that can make you sick. One symptom includes a rash, which may look like pimples or blisters, often with an earlier flu-like illness. MPOX is rare and does not spread easily between people without close contact. The threat of MPOX to the general US population remains low.
Please share the following resources with your community, staff, and partners to help raise awareness and lower the risks of MPOX.
• Vaccine Webpage
• Human MPOX Website & FAQs
• MPOX Flyer - English
• MPOX Flyer - Spanish |
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Live Well Advance Conference & School Summit - Call for Sessions!
Share your accomplishments and innovative projects with like-minded colleagues and help others learn more about the Power of Partnerships.
Important topics to discuss include:
- Supporting Active Living and Healthy Eating
- Improving Access to Quality Care and Services
- Building Safe Neighborhoods and Schools
- Engaging the Community, Creating Belonging
- Empowering Justice, Equity, and Sustainability
Priority will be given to proposals involving a collaboration of partnering organizations. A 60-minute session slot is available. Proposal submissions close on Friday, June 7th at 11:59 PM.
Submit a proposal here.
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Rubio's Fundraiser for Friends of The Chula Vista Animal Care Facility
Enter coupon code 'DONATE' during checkout or present flyer to get 30% of sales donated to Friends of Chula Vista Animal Care Facility.
Click here to view the flyer.
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Interest Form to Serve as CPP Member
On behalf of the Chief Probation Officer, Tamika Nelson, the Community Corrections Partnership (CPP) is requesting memos of interest from a representative of a community-based organization with experience in successfully providing rehabilitative services to people who have been convicted of a criminal offense who would like to serve as a member of the CCP board for July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.
How to apply:
Please submit a memo of interest by close of business hours on May 27, 2024 to probationresearch@sdcounty.ca.gov.
If submitting the memo of interest by mail, please postmark it by May 27, 2024, and send it to 9444 Balboa Ave., Suite 500, San Diego, 92123.
The selection will be voted on by the CCP Executive Committee on June 18, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Probation Training Center located at 10111 Carroll Canyon Road in San Diego.
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Promoting Achievement and Student Success Program
The PASS (Promoting Achievement and Student Success) AmeriCorps Program serves students in grades 3 through 12 at 32 school sites across San Diego County, including campuses in San Diego, Oceanside, Vista, Escondido, Valley Center, and Carlsbad.
PASS AmeriCorps members support the character development of their students and encourage them to become positive leaders in their school communities. The mentors focus on numerous life-skills topics with their students.
Apply to become a PASS AmeriCorps member here.
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Wesley Volunteer Opportunities
Wesley House Student Residence, Inc. (WHSR) is a public, nonprofit organization that represents the culmination of over 80 years of San Diego State University service and outreach. WHSR's purpose is to develop and manage affordable student housing.
WHSR offers volunteer opportunities for individuals, families, and local businesses.
Click here to view volunteer opportunities.
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Mothers Inspiring Healthy Action Program
UC San Diego is inviting people to participate in a study for mothers and their adult daughters interested in achieving a healthier weight. During a 24-week program, participants will learn how to make lifestyle changes involving healthy eating and increased physical activity. The program is available at no cost.
Mother and daughter may be eligible if both are:
- Overweight
- 18-65 years of age
- Mexican or Mexican American
- Able to attend 24 weekly sessions together
- Interested in losing weight
To learn if you are eligible to participate, please call:
(858) 255-0511
Click here to learn more.
View the flyer in English and Spanish.
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RISE Urban Leadership Fellows Program
The RISE Urban Leadership Fellows Program focuses on the personal and professional development of each fellow through intensive forums, the development and implementation of a self-selected community project, and coaching and peer learning throughout the fellowship year.
Cohort 10 applications open Monday, February 26th, and close Sunday, June 23rd.
For more information: please visit fellows@risesandiego.org.
To register, click here.
To learn more, click here.
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Kids at Heart Volunteers
For many students, barriers to academic success come in the form of poverty and the struggle of learning English as a second language. Kids At Heart tutoring serves students grades K-12th. Your participation as a tutor will make a significant change in their lives.
For more information: Please call (619) 234-4504 or visit
info@upliftsandiego.org.
Interested in becoming a tutor, click here.
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NEW! 2024 Summer Movies in the Park
Summer Movies in the Park is the largest free and family-friendly outdoor movie series in San Diego County.
View upcoming showings and locations here.
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FREE! Opioid Drug Pouches Distribution
The County of San Diego invites people to participate in a pilot program to reduce access to and misuse of prescription opioids. The County will provide drug disposal pouches to participants at no cost.
These pouches deactivate the medication in the patient's home, allowing unused opioid pills, liquid, and patches to be safely disposed in the trash.
Email MCS@sdcounty.ca.gov to learn more.
View the flyer here.
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San Ysidro Health Mobile Health Services
San Ysidro Health operates Mobile Health Services Units, which provide healthcare services to children aged 2 months to 17 years in the Central and South Bay areas. The services include immunizations, well-child visits, minor sick visits, school physicals, sports physicals, TB testing, and WIC hemoglobin testing.
View the flyer in English and Spanish.
Learn more here.
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Southwestern College Y.E.S. Academy
SWC's Youth Excellence and Success (Y.E.S.) Academy offers a variety of summer academic and enrichment programs for 4th - 12th grade students and parents/caregivers, offered through courses, workshops, and more!
Learn more here.
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San Diego Promise - Virtual Information Sessions
Join virtual information sessions on the 2024 San Diego Promise program that offers up to two years of free college tuition, health fees, and grants for class materials for eligible students at San Diego City, Mesa, and Miramar Colleges.
Application for San Diego Promise here.
Access the virtual information session here.
View the flyer here.
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Covered California Insurance
The Covered California Health Exchange is the government agency offering subsidized Obamacare plans for this state. The California Health Exchange was created to assist citizens and legal residents with applying for marketplace coverage in order to comply with the Affordable Care Act (ACA). When the law was passed in 2010, each of the 50 states had to decide to either create a state-run health insurance exchange or offer enrollment through a federally operated exchange. This state chose to create their own exchange and called it “Covered California."
To get a free quote, click here.
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San Diego County Centralized Eligibility List
Families can apply to San Diego subsidized childcare programs through the San Diego County Centralized Eligibility List (CEL). The CEL is an “eligibility list” rather than a “waiting list." Families are ranked in terms of their eligibility for services, rather than the length of time on the list.
- Fill out the application.
- When funding is available, a partner agency will contact the applicant as soon as possible.
For more parental resources, click here.
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Free Food For Families
SBCS transforms communities to support the well-being and prosperity of children, youth, and families throughout San Diego County. SBCS services and supports assist those throughout the region to reach their fullest potential and touch the lives of more than 50,000 each year.
For more information: Please call (619) 420-3620 or visit
SBCSSanDiego.org.
For dates on free South Bay Monthly Distributions, click here.
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San Diego Mission Academy Academic Enrichment Program
The San Diego Mission Academy's Academic Enrichment Program is open for enrollment. This online school program aims to prepare all graduates for post-secondary success by providing a flexible, equitable, high-quality, and personalized learning experience.
The hours range from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Students can retake or recover credits and take classes to advance further ahead.
For more information: Please call (833) 980-1354 or visit
www.sdma.elev8schools.org.
Find the registration form here.
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Feeding San Diego Backpack Program
The Backpack Program provides local students with an easy-to-carry bag filled with healthy staple items and fresh produce. This weekly program helps bridge the gap between weekday school meals, ensuring children are well-nourished and ready to learn.
Feeding San Diego partners with schools with at least 50% participation in free and reduced-priced meals to provide Backpack Programs.
For more information, click here or email their team at DirectService@feedingsandiego.org.
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Thank you!
Please forward to colleagues, staff, partners, and community members as you see fit. New subscribers can sign up here. If you have any questions on the content of this newsletter or have a San Diego County community event you would like to share with us, please email HHSA.communities@sdcounty.ca.gov.
Jennifer Bransford-Koons, Director (she/her/hers)
Office of Equitable Communities
Department of Homeless Solutions & Equitable Communities
County of San Diego, Health & Human Services Agency
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