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Announcements & News Stories
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 Know Your Rights and Resources: Responding to ICE Enforcement Actions
This webinar will take place on January 27, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Join employers and community partners for a virtual training focused on understanding rights, responsibilities, and available resources related to ICE enforcement actions.
What you’ll learn:
- Understand employers' rights and obligations under the law during ICE enforcement actions.
- Hear from local leaders about strategies for implementing company policies that protect workers and comply with state and federal requirements.
- 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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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! 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).
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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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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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Basic CERT Training
In the event of a disaster that overwhelms or delays first responders, the San Diego County Fire Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) can assist others by applying basic emergency response and organizational skills. This FREE training is an opportunity to learn life-saving skills and become part of the CERT team.
Important: You must attend all 3 days to graduate.
Limited Seating – Register Today!
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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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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren 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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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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Call 2-1-1 San Diego
2-1-1 San Diego is a hub for updates and resources for the residents of San Diego. Please visit their website or call 2-1-1.
211 San Diego recently launched their updated Community Calendar, a regional calendar of events such as resource fairs, workshops, volunteer opportunities, screenings/health events and more. To submit events, create an account.
Learn more about the 2-1-1 San Diego Community Calendar.
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