Recognition Luncheon

What a fantastic #Friday it was on October 15, 2021.  More than 70 community members gathered together to inspire one another and become ACE's Aware.  On behalf of ACEsINC (Adverse Childhood Experiences Informed Network of Care of Merced County), we want to thank everyone who attended!

ACEsINC of Merced County
MISSION
The Mission of ACEsINC is to build and maintain a preventative network that will: screen for ACEs, treat for ACEs using evidence- based buffering resources (stress mitigating supports), and heal children, adults, and families from the consequences of toxic stress.
VISION
We envision a Merced County where ACEs are cut in half in one generation, interrupting the intergenerational transmission of ACEs and toxic stress, leading to improved health for our children, adults, and families.

Left: Steve Tietjen, Merced County Superintendent of Schools Welcomed Guests.
Right: Dennis Haines, Family Social Services Supervisor | MCOE's Family Resource Center
Haines introduced ACEsINC and the plans to Screen, Treat, and Heal Merced County from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and toxic stress.

"I knew I was going to be doing this the rest of my life."

"At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person.  Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within."

"The key to resiliency is relationships...  An emotionally connected family is the key to childhood resilience."