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County of San Diego 2024-25 Annual Report
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.
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NEW! Winter Holiday Maker Market at Skyline Hills Library
Join the IDEA Lab at the Skyline Hills Library and make a holiday gift for free! Materials and instructions provided for one project of your choice, while supplies last!
WHEN: December 11-12, 15-17, and 19, 2025 | Mon-Tue: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Wed-Fri: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
WHERE: Skyline Hills Library | 7900 Paradise Valley Rd., San Diego, CA 92139
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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 upon completion of both the training & survey. Hosted by UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center Community Outreach and Engagement.
WHEN: Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
WHERE: Virtual Via Zoom
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NEW! Healing Garden Workshops
The Healing Garden Day offers a safe space to explore healthy coping mechanisms for anyone experiencing life’s stressors. Gardening and physical activity help reduce depression by boosting dopamine and endorphins.
WHEN: Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
WHERE: On-Site Healing Garden | 2630 First Ave., San Diego, CA 92103
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NEW! Behavioral Health Services Act Community Input Session: Survivors & Support Providers
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, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
WHERE: Online Via Zoom
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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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Interested? Submit the by Saturday, January 3, 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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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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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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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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Surfrider Foundation Seaport Village 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 27, from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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WHERE: Sally's Waterfront Dining, 1 Market Pl, CA 92101
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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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All Kids Play: Youth Sports Grant: Grants are available to qualifying families with kids in grades K-12 and not-for-profit community-based recreational sports organizations in low-income areas on a need and first-come, first served basis as funds are available. Find out more information visit their website!
- Rolling Application Review: Submit 30 days prior to the sports program registration deadline
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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, and Disaster Relief.
- Application Deadline: Ongoing
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Kitchens for Good Microenterprise (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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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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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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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 yrs old)
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Pregnant and post-pregnancy people (up to one year after the end of pregnancy)
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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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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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