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 Stress Free Holiday Month Panel
Join the LWSD East Region Behavioral Health Solutions Workgroup on December 18th from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM at 367 N Magnolia Ave, Magnolia Room, El Cajon, CA, for an engaging panel discussion.
This brief, supportive panel will help our community manage holiday stress by sharing practical tips, coping strategies, and resources for a calmer, healthier season. Refreshments will be provided. Our five panelists—David R. Shorey, KellyAnne Rodriguez, Kenya Taylor, Vivian Hidalgo, and Wilford B. Smith Jr.—will offer valuable insights and practical strategies to support community well-being during the holidays.
The County of San Diego 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! Holiday Toy Drive
La Mesa Spring Valley School District’s Education Foundation is collecting new, unwrapped toys for children aged 0 - 18 to support LMSV children and families in need beginning Monday, December 1st through Friday, December 12th. Drop off locations: La Mesa Branch Library (8074 Allison Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942), Casa de Oro Branch Library (9805 Campo Rd #180, Spring Valley, CA 91977), & La Mesa City Hall (8130 Allison Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942). Also accepting monetary donations to Monie's Food Pantry that goes directly to LMSV families.
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NEW! Winter Blanket & Coat Drive
Goal is to collect 200+ new or gently used blankets, jackets, and coats to support our LMSV families during the winter time. Please donate to the district office or the La Mesa Community Resource Center before December 19th.
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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.
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.
Let SDG&E know how they can better serve you. Fill out their brief questionnaire at sdge.com/AFN-Survey.
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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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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! 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.
Learn more about resources and locations here.
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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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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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Join Navigating Change!
Navigating Change helps youth (ages 16–22) with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities and their families with guidance through the transition to adulthood. Work 1:1 with a Navigator for ongoing guidance, connection with peers, access to virtual trainings, and help with resources for school, work, housing, and more.
Learn more about guidance for youth with intellectual or developmental disabilities through the San Diego Regional Center.
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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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Free Virtual Learning Series on the Virtual Connection Hub
The Virtual Learning Series is a curated collection of pre-recorded podcasts from Live Well San Diego recognized partners. This collective impact learning series includes health and wellness, community priorities, emergency information, and more!
To watch the Virtual Learning Series, click here or check out the Virtual Connection Hub.
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211 San Diego recently launched their updated Community Calendar! The 211 Community Calendar is a regional calendar of events including resource fairs, workshops, volunteer opportunities, screenings/health events, conferences, and more, all designed to provide community access to resources through one-time or recurring events. To submit events, please create an account. Learn more here.
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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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