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Meet The Man Helping To Shelter Mid-City’s Homeless (kpbs.org)

Dana Brown (PACEs Connection Staff) · 3/24/199:19 PM

The group of business organizations, nonprofits and elected officials tapped Jessie Angeles Jr. to serve as a homeless outreach specialist in the City Heights and North Park neighborhoods. Angeles' job is to regularly roam hot spots in the communities and offer assistance to those living without a home. "North Park and City Heights — there’s limited amount of resources that can assist people that are experiencing homelessness," said Angeles, who is employed by People Assisting The Homeless ,...

Virtual Screening of Broken Places on March 21st & Registration for ACEs Connection Members!

Christine Cissy White · 3/19/1911:34 AM

Please join us on Thursday, March 21st for a special virtual screening of Broken Places , the latest U.S. documentary on early childhood trauma and resilience. The film will be offered via a private Vimeo link with passcode to all registered members of ACEs Connection, for free, accessible in the United States and internationally. REGISTER TODAY: To register, please visit : https://goo.gl/forms/apdoINwgtQmydEXK2 The viewing portal for the film will open on Vimeo at 6am EST and close at 11pm...

Free Trauma-Informed Yoga Summit

Christy Heiskala · 3/19/1910:34 AM

Started yesterday but you can still join and read / watch the previously presented information. I am just now doing the lesson from Day 1 (yesterday) and thought it would be great to share with this group. It's not just yoga! Day one has an interview with Dr. Daniel Brown on Healing and Attachment Trauma. What is Attachment Theory and the different types of attachment How does attachment type impact development How does attachment type impact trauma resolution Acute Trauma vs. Complex Trauma...

San Diego’s mayor explains why he became a “YIMBY” (callmatters.org)

Dana Brown (PACEs Connection Staff) · 3/17/192:32 PM

an Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer has a message for his fellow California Republicans when it comes to grappling with the state’s housing crisis: Embrace more development. “This is not a partisan issue,” Faulconer, the only GOP mayor of an American city with more than one million residents, said on Gimme Shelter, The California Housing Crisis Podcast. “This is what we should be doing in San Diego to fix the problem.” Faulconer made headlines earlier this year by pursuing a handful of...

Self-Care & Alternative Healing Practices; 3/19/19 1-3pm SD Domestic Violence Council Meeting

Amelia Barile Simon · 3/14/191:13 PM

All are welcome to attend. Light lunch will be provided. Details below. San Diego Domestic Violence Council General Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 19, 2019 Time: 1:00 pm -3:00 pm Self-Care and Alternative Healing Practices Agenda : Introductions Joanne Weinstein - Yoga and Meditation Expert Gabriela Padilla - Reiki Specialist Lauren Malnar - Massage Therapist and Pilates Instructor Updates and Announcements As usual Lunch will be provided! Location: County Operations Center, 5560 Overland...

SDTIGT: San Diego Trauma-Informed Guide Team

San Diego Trauma Informed Guide Team March 1, 2019 Meeting Minutes

Pam Hansen · 3/12/192:02 PM

It was great to see new and familiar faces at this month's meeting, including those who participated via Zoom! Attached are the meeting minutes and handouts. Hope to see you all at our next meeting on May 3rd!

Cinequest Film Festival Screenings of Broken Places in San Jose, CA

lynn waymer · 3/7/196:23 AM

4th Annual: Beyond Paper Tigers: Building Resilience Across the Life Span

Dana Brown (PACEs Connection Staff) · 3/2/199:58 AM

Tickets now available for the 2019 Beyond Paper Tigers Trauma-Informed Care Conference The 2019 Beyond Paper Tigers Trauma-Informed Care Conference on June 26 & 27, 2019 will revolve around the theme, “Building Resilience Across the Life Span,” with Pre-Conference Trainings, Social/Networking event, and film screenings beginning on Tuesday June 25, 2019. The conference will be held at the Red Lion Hotel in Pasco, WA. Early bird conference ticket pricing is being offered until March 15,...

Echo Conference Feature: Neuroscience & The Havening Techniques

Louise Godbold · 3/2/198:48 AM

At the Echo conference in Los Angeles on March 18 & 19, 2019 we will be showcasing many new and traditional ways to use the body to reverse the impact of trauma. One of these ways is Havening. During her workshop, Dr. Kate Truitt will explain how stressful events impact brain functioning and how the Havening Techniques harness the power of neuroplasticity to create sustainable healing. Her workshop will cover: Fundamentals of the Havening Techniques Key areas for fast and effective...

(March 1-5, 2019) Post on social media to win 2 Southwest Airlines Tickets: #PowerOfYouthChallenge Southwest #Sweepstakes

Amelia Barile Simon · 3/1/193:54 PM

Hi Everyone -- This is an awesome social media challenge for youth leaders, transition-age youth (TAY), college students, families, resident leaders, peer support partners, intergenerational programs, educators, or anyone who has something to share about the positive #PowerOfYouth. Please share widely! #PowerOfYouth Challenge Southwest Sweepstakes (March 1-5, 2019) America’s Promise Alliance is hosting an online giveaway of roundtrip air travel on Southwest to drive attention and energy to...

SDTIGT: San Diego Trauma-Informed Guide Team

San Diego Trauma-Informed Guide Team: Membership Meeting - March 1st

Dana Brown (PACEs Connection Staff) · 2/23/1911:55 AM

Please join us! Your voice is important in guiding the resilience-building movement across the lifespan in our region. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/933166659 Call mobile (646)558 8656 Meeting ID: 933 166 65 I. Welcome - Introductions (Name and Organization) II. Mindfulness Activity: Share one resilience-building tool/skill you’re practicing III. The CA Endowment Grant: Collaboration Opportunities with SD-TIGT a. Invitation to join Ad-Hoc on Film Series (e.g. Paper Tigers and...

Parent Leadership Presentations and Trainings Resilient Communities…

Tonier Cain, Keynote Speaker 2019 San Diego County Wellness & Recovery Summit

Amelia Barile Simon · 2/6/195:31 PM

From: Judi Holder [ Judi.Holder@riinternational.com ] Registration is NOW OPEN! 2019 San Diego County Wellness & Recovery Summit Click HERE to register Cost Free Date and Time Wed, March 20, 2019 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM PDT Add to Calendar Location Marina Village Conference Center - Seaside Room 1936 Quivira Way San Diego, CA 92109 View Map The speakers, presentations and success stories will all center around the concepts of advocacy on a personal and/or system level. About this Event San...

The Violence Against Women Act Has Expired. What Does That Mean for the Programs it Funds? [psmag.com]

Alicia Doktor · 1/28/1910:25 PM

It's been over a month since the Violence Against Women Act expired at the start of the government shutdown. Congress failed to renew the act after voting for short-term extensions in the months prior to its expiration, and many programs and shelters that address dating violence and sexual abuse are still without funding. Now, according to Rebecca Palmer, chief program officer of the Community Resource Center, a non-profit in the North County area of San Diego that serves domestic violence...

Housing Assistance Program for Victims (hotel stays/rental assistance/rental deposits/mortgage assistance)

Amelia Barile Simon · 1/9/1912:53 PM

From: Terra Marroquin, Family Violence Prevention Specialist, San Diego County District Attorney's Office Enclosed is an application for the XC Grant funded Victim Housing program, operated by South Bay Community Services (SBCS). It’s a simple three-page application that staff at your organization can complete with the client and fax or email to SBCS. No crime report is required. The survivor must have experienced victimization within the past 12 months to qualify. This housing program for...