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County of San Diego Annual Report 2024-25
The County released its Annual Report Wednesday, highlighting its work with the community and other local government agencies and organizations toward a vision of a just, sustainable and resilient future for all.
We Need Your Input: Enhancing Our Community Communications
We value your input! This feedback form is designed to gather feedback on the frequency and content of our regional newsletters. Your responses will help us ensure our communications meet your needs and remain relevant to your community.
 Thank you for Attending the Live Well San Diego South Region Community Leadership Team Meeting!
Thank you for joining us on Monday, December 8, for our end-of-year celebration! At the meeting, our three priority Work Groups—focused on Homelessness, Behavioral & Mental Health, and Food Insecurity—shared updates on the progress made over the past year. Stay tuned for a follow-up email, which will include the presentations and materials from this meeting.
The next LWSD South Region Community Leadership Team Meeting will be on Monday, January 12 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM virtual via Zoom.
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NEW! Molina: Covered California Assistance
Join Molina for a free workshop on navigating open enrollment for Covered California. These workshops will be hosted every Wednesday beginning on December 3, 2025.
WHEN: Every Wednesday, beginning December 3 | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
WHERE: Molina One-Stop Healthcare Center | 689 Palomar Street Chula Vista, CA 91911
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NEW! Brightlife: It's Okay Not to Be Okay Webinar
Join Brightlife for a webinar on big feelings, loneliness, worry, grief, or stress around the holidays. This webinar is about how to care for your child—and yourself—when the season feels heavy.
WHEN: Thursday, December 11 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
WHERE: Virtual via Zoom
Register Here!
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NEW! Voice: Research 101 Online Training
The training helps participants gain knowledge and tools, build relationships with researchers, and collaborate as partners in shaping research that addresses community priorities. Participants can earn a $25 gift card after completing training & survey. Hosted by UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center Community Outreach and Engagement.
WHEN: Thursday, December 11 | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
WHERE: Virtual Via Zoom
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NEW! Gun Safety Event
The San Diego County Sheriff's Office is partnering with the San Diego County District Attorney's Office, Chula Vista Police Department, National City Police Department and California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Division of Adult Parole Operations (DAPO) to get unwanted guns off our streets.
Turn in your unwanted gun and receive a gift card ($100 for handguns, rifles and shotguns and $200 for assault weapons).
Free gun locks will also be available while supplies last.
Remain anonymous. No questions asked.
WHEN: Saturday, December 13 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
WHERE: Superior Court South Bay | 500 Third Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910
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NEW! Behavioral Health Services Act Community Input Session: Survivors & Support Providers
NEW! Tobacco Retail Permit Community Discussion
The City of Chula Vista invites residents, businesses, youth, community organizations, and public health partners to participate in upcoming community discussions on the City’s Tobacco Retail Permit Ordinance.
Community Discussion 1 — Bilingual (English & Spanish)
WHEN: Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 6 p.m.
WHERE: Salt Creek Recreation Center | 2710 Otay Lakes Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91915
Community Discussion 2 — Bilingual (English & Spanish)
WHEN: Thursday, December 18, 2025, 6 p.m.
WHERE: Loma Verde Recreation Center | 1420 Loma Ln, Chula Vista, CA 91911
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The County of San Diego, Behavioral Health Services (BHS) is hosting a virtual input session to support the development of the first Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) Integrated Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2029.
WHEN: Tuesday, December 16 | 12:00 PM – 1:00PM
WHERE: Online Via Zoom
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NEW! Molina: ESL Classes
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Molina is offering ESL classes through Southwestern College. All classes are non-credit/free but fees for materials/study book may be required. This ESL course is a 8-week class and will be on a first come, first serve basis.
To join in the classes, you must register beforehand through Southwestern College. Class title is “NC 108-E2”:
Visit SWC ESL for more information
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Surfrider Foundation Imperial Beach Cleanup - Take action to protect our coastline by joining a local beach cleanup! Staff will be on site for check-in and will provide all necessary supplies.
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WHEN: Monthly, next date is December 20, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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WHERE: Imperial Beach, CA 91932
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NEW! Chula Vista Public Tobacco Use & Accessibility Survey - The City of Chula Vista is gathering feedback to better understand tobacco use and access in our community. Your anonymous input will help guide future programs and policies that encourage responsible tobacco practices and promote community well-being.
- Click here to participate in the survey.
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NEW! Behavioral Health Services Act Community Planning Ad-Hoc Subcommittee - San Diego County community members are invited to join a temporary subcommittee supporting the Community Planning Process and outreach for the 2026–2029 Integrated Plan. Participants will help develop community education efforts, review draft materials, recommend outreach strategies, and support district-specific presentations. Virtual meetings will run from January to April/May 2026.
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NEW! Complete SDG&E’s Quick Questionnaire Today! - SDG&E wants to better understand the electricity needs of households that include individuals with disabilities, using assistive technology or relying on durable medical equipment for their health and safety. This information helps SDG&E ensure you receive communications about programs and services that may provide added benefits.
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San Diego Mental Health & Substance Use Input Opportunity- UCSD Health Partnership is gathering community input to shape San Diego County Behavioral Health Services recommendations. Service providers, community members and advocates are invited to share their thoughts and experiences around mental health and substance use. Get in touch:
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SDSU Healthy Water, Healthy Air Survey - SDSU is seeking individuals working or living in the South Bay to participate in the Healthy Water, Healthy Air survey to understand how the Tijuana River pollution may be affecting the health of the community.
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National City Board, Commission, or Committee Application - Apply to serve on a City Board! Current vacancies are on the Civil Service Commission and the Board of Library Trustees. Applicants must reside in National City.
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Girls Rising Mentorship Program - Girls Rising is dedicated to supporting girls ages 8-17 from underserved communities by providing positive role models and unwavering support.
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Community Power Efficient Refrigeration Program - Community Power is providing energy-efficient refrigerators and freezers at no cost to corner stores to stock California-grown fresh foods, thanks to funding from the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
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Gleaning in Chula Vista - Gleaning is the collection of surplus food from farms, gardens, and backyards to address food insecurity. Community members can donate extra backyard fruit or volunteer as gleaners or drivers with ProduceGood. Opportunities are open to all ages, families, and groups.
- Timeline: Ongoing year-round.
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F-gas Reduction Incentive Program (FRIP): Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration: This solicitation for the F-gas Reduction Incentive Program (FRIP) is focused on incentivizing ultra-low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant technologies in the commercial and industrial sectors.
- Application deadline: Monday, December 15, 2025
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Nancy Jamison Fund for Social Justice: Honoring the legacy of Catalyst’s longtime leader, the fund grants $50,000 in unrestricted funding to individuals working toward racial equity and social justice in San Diego County. Catalyst is looking for three outstanding community leaders to receive this recognition.
- Application deadline: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
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Kitchens for Good Microenterprise (ME) Program: Kitchens for Good’s ME program accepts early-stage food entrepreneurs in San Diego, focusing on those who have experienced barriers to accessing the resources and support needed to start their small business.
- Application deadline: Ongoing
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Smart & Final Charitable Foundation: The Smart & Final Charitable Foundation strives to give back to and nourish communities served in California, Arizona and Nevada through the Pillars of Focus:
- Health & Wellness, Education, Hunger Relief, Team Sports & Youth Development, Disaster Relief
- Application deadline: Ongoing
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NEW! Jewish Family Services Fix-it Programs
JFS Fix-It Programs offer free home-safety items and equipment to help low-income older adults in San Diego live safely and independently. Services include bathroom safety aids, mobility supports, ramps, lighting improvements, and more.
To request a safety assessment and to learn to make living at home even safer, call (858) 637-3210.
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NEW! Getting Dental Care for Seniors
Getting Dental Care for Seniors highlights why your oral health is important and how taking care of your mouth helps you prevent pain and infection, eat the healthy foods you love, speak and smile with confidence, and keep feeling good as you age. It also explains how poor oral health is linked to heart disease, stroke, lung disease, diabetes, and oral cancer. Community health centers in San Diego provide medical care, dental care, mental health care, and so much more.
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Participate in Upcoming Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) Input Session
Behavioral Health Services (BHS) invites community members to virtual input sessions this November and December 2025 to help shape the BHSA Integrated Plan for FY 2026–2029. These Zoom sessions, offered morning and evening, will gather public feedback to guide mental health and substance use priorities and investments in San Diego County.
See the link provided below to register for any of the upcoming sessions listed and learn more about additional opportunities to share your thoughts on BHSA (bit.ly/BHSA_BHS).
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Health Consumer Alliance (HCA) Medi-Cal Changes for Adult Immigrants in 2026 and 2027
Good News: Medi-Cal is NOT changing for many people! These people can keep Medi-Cal with dental and no premiums, regardless of immigration status:
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Children (under 19 years old)
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Current and former foster youth (under 26 years old)
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Pregnant and post-pregnancy people (up to one year after the end of pregnancy)
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Community Vaccination Services
The County of San Diego contracts with community agencies to provide vaccines and make sure they are available to everyone, no matter their insurance status.
No-cost mobile vaccine services are available for community vaccine events, school-located vaccine events, and in-home vaccinations for those who qualify.
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Are you turning 65? Do you have Medicare questions?
JAR Insurance offers free assistance to individuals turning 65 who have questions about Medicare. Licensed insurance agents are available to help with enrollment, understanding Parts A, B, C, and D, avoiding penalties, and meeting important deadlines. Services are provided at no additional cost. Support is also available in Spanish.
Call to schedule an appointment at 951-243-6500 (TTY: 711).
Learn more about free application assistance for Medicare enrollment through JAR Insurance.
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Behavioral & Mental Health Resources Tip Card
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The Live Well San Diego South Region Community Leadership Team Behavioral & Mental Health workgroup presents the Behavioral & Mental Health Resources Tip Card. This tip card connects San Diego County residents with free, confidential, and trauma-informed services.
View the Tip Card in English and Spanish.
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NEW! Health and Social Services for Eligible San Diego Medi-Cal Members
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Enhanced Care Management for Medi-Cal Members | Spanish - One-on-one care management to support health and social needs.
Community Supports for Medi-Cal Members | Spanish - 14 services to support well-being in the community - such as help finding housing, medically tailored meals, asthma remediation and more.
Transportation for Medi-Cal Members | Spanish - Transit passes, ride share services, accessible vans and more may be available to help you get to medical appointments or get medical supplies.
Eligible Medi-Cal members can enroll through their Medi-Cal Managed Care Plan (Blue Shield Promise, Community Health Group, Kaiser Permanente, or Molina Healthcare). Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports referral forms, materials in additional languages, and more information can be found at sandiegocounty.gov/SDAIM.
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NEW! GRG Promotional Toolkit & Video: Supporting Kinship Families
Kinship families are essential to our communities, yet they often face unique challenges. The GRG Promotional Toolkit & Video provides San Diego County organizations with ready-to-use materials to raise awareness, reach new caregivers, and share vital resources and support available to kinship families.
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NEW! Enhanced Care Management Program
Victor’s enhance Care management (ECM) Program is Medi-Cal benefit designed to help people facing complex life or health challenges get the care and support they need-at no cost to Medi-Cal members.
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San Diego Food Resources
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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.
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