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Know Your Rights and Resources: Responding to ICE Enforcement Actions
This webinar will take place on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Join employers and community partners for a virtual training focused on understanding rights, responsibilities, and available resources related to ICE enforcement actions.
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Understand employers' rights and obligations under the law during ICE enforcement actions.
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Hear from local leaders about strategies for implementing company policies that protect workers and comply with state and federal requirements.
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Learn about resources that businesses and community-based organizations can provide their employees or clients.
Space is limited, and registration is required. RSVP today to gain tools and resources to support your workforce and community.
Save the Date for Love Your Heart 2026!
Love Your Heart is taking place over Valentine’s week, February 9 – 14! This annual event brings together organizations across the U.S. and Mexico to provide free blood pressure screenings to the public – helping the community get to know their blood pressure numbers and take charge of their own heart health.
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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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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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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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The Chicano Federation Leadership Program - This program will train young adults ages 18-25 to explore topics around government structures, ending youth incarceration, education policy, safety net programming, and more! Join this free four-month program to gain the knowledge and tools to advocate for positive change in your community. Must be between ages 18-25 and be of Latine or Chicanx identity to qualify.
- Deadline to register: January 22, 2026
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NEW! Medi-Cal Program Changes (2026–2027)
Beginning in 2026, Medi-Cal will introduce several changes affecting eligibility, enrollment, and benefits for certain members. While most Medi-Cal members will continue to receive the same health coverage, updates will impact seniors, people with disabilities, undocumented adults, and some lawfully present immigrants, including new asset limits, enrollment restrictions, dental coverage changes, and monthly premiums starting in 2027.
Learn more about how these Medi-Cal program changes may affect you, important dates to watch for, and steps you can take to stay covered.
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NEW! Request for Quotations (RFQ) 12948: Bridge Housing Services
The County of San Diego is soliciting quotations for Bridge Housing Services through the Purchasing and Contracting BUYNET e-Commerce system. Interested firms are encouraged to register on BUYNET at https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/ and use the following commodity codes to access the RFQ and receive updates: 94130000 (Civic organizations and associations and movements), 93130000 (Humanitarian aid and relief), 93140000 (Community and social services), and 95140000 (Prefabricated buildings and structures).
All solicitation communications must be submitted to the Contracting Officer via the BUYNET “Discussions” feature.
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NEW! More Resources for Medi-Cal Members: Webinar Recording
On December 9, the County of San Diego partnered with the YMCA of San Diego County to host a webinar sharing important information for eligible Medi-Cal members about Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports. The webinar recording, PowerPoint slides, and Q&A document may be shared with Medi-Cal members or organizations that support them—anyone who may benefit from learning more. Additional resources are available at SanDiegoCounty.gov/SDAIM. For questions, please contact SDAIM.HHSA@sdcounty.ca.gov.
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NEW! Medicare Enrollment Assistance (Turning 65+)
JAR Insurance Services provides free, personalized Medicare guidance for individuals turning 65 or those with questions about their coverage options. Licensed agents help explain Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, important enrollment deadlines, and how to avoid penalties, ensuring clients feel confident in choosing a plan that fits their needs.
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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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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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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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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (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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Victor's Enhanced Care Management
Victor’s Enhanced 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!
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