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Transitioning from addiction treatment to independent living requires structured support. A halfway house near me offers that bridge, blending accountability and independence. Whether you’re searching for resources in your area or considering options like Haven House , understanding halfway homes is crucial for long-term success in recovery. What Is a Halfway House? A halfway house, often called a sober living home, provides a drug-free environment for individuals in recovery. These homes...

To read more of Todd Martens' article, please click here, 'Survivor's guilt' is real right now in L.A . Image: source ((Photo illustration by Jim Cooke / Los Angeles Times; photo by Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)) Los Angeles is a place that feels physically and emotionally fractured these days. For tens of thousands who are displaced, routine is a near impossibility. Others carry on with little visible change to their daily life. Yet that doesn't mean there isn't a heavy inner...

To read more of Rebecca Plevin's article, please click here, The Tongva's land burned in Eaton fire. But leaders say traditional practices mitigated damage . Image source: ((Myung J. Chun / Los Angeles Times)) The descendants of the Los Angeles Basin's first people had not had land of their own for nearly 200 years. Two years ago, a 1-acre property in suburban Altadena dotted with oak trees and shrubs became the first parcel of land returned to the Tongva people. They finally had a space to...

Dear TRI Community, We remain deeply saddened by the immense loss and hardship faced by so many who have been impacted by the wildfires in Los Angeles. AND we find hope as each day brings new stories of determination, generosity, and kindness , reminding us of the strength of this community even in the face of profound challenges. At TRI, we remain committed to working alongside members of our community in the affected areas , recognizing the vital role they play in the recovery process. We...

To read more of Echo's blog post, please click here; Trauma-Informed Journalism . The power dynamic between journalist and trauma survivor is inherently unequal. Unlike survivors, journalists know and control the reporting process. They ask the questions, choose the quotes, and frame the story—often without any input from the survivor. Power and control (“agency”) are taken from the survivor during the traumatic experience; therefore, trauma experts agree, restoring agency is essential for...

To view the December 2024 newsletter, please click here, Take a Look inside TREC's first year! Dear TREC Community, What an extraordinary and exhilarating year 2024 has been for TREC! As we reflect on our journey, we are filled with immense pride and gratitude for all that we've accomplished together. From the launch of our 1.25.24 program to the milestone of December 5, 2024, we've seen remarkable progress: 3,300 TREC courses completed, 470 Trauma-Resilient Professionals Certified, and 22...

Congratulations to Principal Victor Contreras and Principal Mary Reagan for your team’s dedication and heart-centered work in becoming TREC Accredited Trauma-Resilient Organization. Over seventy-five colleagues celebrated on January 29, 2024, at Lifelong Learning Administration Corporation. Food was provided by BJ’s Catering, and some of the TREC Team, Craig Beswick, Vice-President School Development Division, TREC Director, Staci Roth, and Dana Brown, PACEs Science Statewide Facilitator...

Former PACEs Connection employees Dana Brown (L) with Vincent Felitti, MD, co-author of the 1998 Adverse Childhood Experiences study, and Carey Sipp (R) in San Diego in January, 2024. The last few months have been quite challenging, but we pushed, persevered, and didn’t give up hope. The “we” is Carey Sipp and Dana Brown. We were long-time staff members of PACEs Connection determined to reinstate the website and the resources and information we provide to communities after the platform went...

As we’ve recently announced, the CRC Accelerator is taking an indefinite hiatus, but this moment of growth is anything but goodbye. Two years into this unique program, we are aware of the incredible impact access can have on PACEs initiatives and we now have a CRC Fellowship that grows with each CRC graduate.

March marks the final month of the granting period for the CRC Accelerator. Here are the next steps for certification or a certificate of participation.

The culmination of thousands of hours from our Trauma-Resilient Educational Communities (TREC) team in developing our TREC Model, we launched TRECeducation.com website on Thursday, January 25, 2024. Craig Beswick, Vice-President, School Development Division, Lifelong Learning Administration Corporation (LLAC) opened up our exciting launch, which was hosted by the beautiful UCSD Park & Market in downtown San Diego. Craig warmly welcomed over 200 attendees to our Awards Ceremony and TREC...