Workforce layoff leads to rewarding opportunities in construction by Matthew Craggs Workforce Connection was there to provide Enrique Anchondo with the tools to succeed in the construction industry after Bitwise Industries closed in 2023, laying […]
Central Valley Workshops That Pave the Way to Careers in Masonry by Raul Clement For over a decade, ValleyBuild, a pre-apprenticeship program in the Central Valley, has provided aspiring workers with a critical introduction to […]
How ValleyBuild and Habitat for Humanity are Preparing Skilled Workers and Strengthening Communities by Raul Clement ValleyBuild, a construction apprenticeship readiness program offered by the Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board, has partnered with the Greater […]
Read in English Condado de San Diego Las recetas de opioides en California están disminuyendo, gracias a un esfuerzo concentrado para combatir esta crisis. Pero aún queda mucho trabajo por hacer. La sobredosis relacionada con […]
Read in English Condados de Los Ángeles y Ventura Las recetas de opioides en California están disminuyendo, gracias a un esfuerzo concentrado para combatir esta crisis. Pero aún queda mucho trabajo por hacer. La sobredosis […]
Read in English Las recetas de opioides en California están disminuyendo, gracias a un esfuerzo concentrado para combatir esta crisis. Pero aún queda mucho trabajo por hacer. La sobredosis relacionada con drogas es la principal […]
Los contenedores de recuperación para la eliminación segura de medicamentos mantienen a las comunidades seguras y limpias por Anne Stokes Read in English Hablamos con Spencer Silverstein, analista de sostenibilidad del Departamento de Obras Públicas […]
Los contenedores de recuperación de medicamentos para su eliminación segura ayudan a combatir la crisis de los opioides y a mantener las drogas peligrosas fuera del medio ambiente y de las vías fluviales. por Debbie […]
Aprenda cómo y por qué es importante deshacerse de los medicamentos no utilizados, y fácil por Thea Marie Rood Read in English Todos hemos tenido la experiencia: tal vez su pareja no necesitó los analgésicos […]
Y es simplemente un buen servicio al cliente por Anne Stokes Read in English Los contenedores de recuperación para la eliminación segura de medicamentos son beneficiosos para todos: los pacientes tienen una forma conveniente de […]
Los contenedores de recuperación de medicamentos mantienen las drogas seguras y fuera del medio ambiente por Anne Stokes Read in English En las manos adecuadas, los medicamentos pueden hacer maravillas. Cuando se manejan mal, pueden […]
Ayude a su comunidad a deshacerse de los medicamentos no deseados o vencidos por Anne Stokes Read in English Los contenedores de recuperación de medicamentos de eliminación segura brindan una opción responsable para aquellos que […]
Los padres crean conciencia sobre el abuso de medicamentos recetados después de la muerte de su hijo Read in English Cuando Ric Torchon recibió una llamada telefónica a las 3 a.m. de la ex novia […]
En lugar de dañar a las personas o al medio ambiente, los medicamentos se pueden desechar en contenedores de recuperación segura por Allen Pierleoni Read in English California lidera la nación en abordar problemas que […]
Contenedores de recuperación segura de medicamentos: Seguros, cómodos, anónimos y buenos para el medio ambiente Read in English Los medicamentos desechados de manera irresponsable pueden causar graves problemas de seguridad pública, incluida la adicción, pueden […]
por Thea Marie Rood Read in English Todos hemos tenido la experiencia: tal vez su pareja no necesitó los analgésicos recetados para recuperarse de la cirugía; Tal vez su hijo adolescente no usó todos sus […]
Los contenedores de recuperación pueden mantener los medicamentos fuera de las manos equivocadas Read in English “Los contenedores de recuperación proporcionan una forma conveniente para deshacerse de sus medicamentos no deseados o caducados”. Alguacil Jim […]
La adicción de su hijo a los medicamentos recetados empezó con unas pastillas que él encontró en casa por Michelle Carl Read in English Sandra Chavez guardaba el Vicodin en su cocina. Lo guardaba en […]
San Leandro Water Treatment Plant looks to Castro Valley Adult and Career Education externs for future employees by Raul Clement In the four decades since it first opened, Castro Valley Adult and Career Education has […]
Cutting through the overload of Medicare information to find the right plan by Elizabeth Ann Morabito Turning 65 was a milestone for Josue Salazar, who came to the U.S. in 1966 and spent nearly three […]
Tips for verifying letters, calls, and visits by Gail Allyn Short Earlier this summer, Kari*—a retired certified nurse’s aide—found herself bombarded with phone calls from scammers posing as Medicare representatives. Sometimes, they called as often […]
Leer en español Opioid prescriptions in California are decreasing, thanks to a concentrated effort to fight this crisis. But a lot of work still needs to be done. Drug-related overdose is the leading cause of […]
Operation Rebound helps severely wounded veterans connect with needed equipment and the healing power of sport by Howard Hardee Veterans who have been blinded, paralyzed or lost limbs often cannot picture what awaits them upon […]
The Veterans Health Administration San Diego Healthcare System continually strives to expand services, access by Brett Callwood In addition to providing wide-ranging hospital and clinical care, the VA San Diego Healthcare System (VASDHS) endeavors to […]
La Jolla Playhouse uplifts veterans and their families through access to the arts by Jill Spear Today, the La Jolla Playhouse offers a number of Military and Veterans Programs—collectively known as the theater’s MVP Initiative—providing […]
Voices of Our City choir helps veterans experiencing homelessness find their voices and connect to services by Jill Spear Since 2017, Voices of Our City has provided life-saving resources, creative programming, and long-term community for […]
Aquatic therapy helps San Diego veterans find relief from post-traumatic stress by Matthew Craggs Stories across many cultures tout the healing effects of water, but one San Diego organization is taking the literary literally. Through […]
Service dog training organization provides companions for veterans suffering from PTSD, mobility and other issues by Brett Callwood As a Navy veteran of 20 years—from 1975 to 1995—Jude Litzenberger knows what it means to serve. […]
Wounded Warrior Homes offers housing and food assistance for veterans experiencing homelessness by Whip Villarreal Even after their service has ended, many vets will carry injuries they sustained—both visible and not visible—into civilian life. Many […]
Camp Pendleton’s Intrepid Spirit Center offers help for service members with mild traumatic brain injuries by Howard Hardee Blasts from explosive devices and heavy artillery can cause a concussion or mild traumatic brain injury, but […]
Solara Mental Health offers mixes traditional mental health techniques with practices like yoga, breathwork and Reiki by Howard Hardee Watching veterans self-manage strong emotions and their own mental well-being is one of the most deeply […]
PsychArmor helps educate care providers on military culture by Jacob Peterson A key part to addressing the unique health and wellness issues faced by members of our armed services is understanding the military culture they’re […]
Woman with cerebral palsy uses assistive technology to accomplish otherwise challenging daily tasks by Jacob Peterson Briana Phibbs has spent her life defying expectations, and the New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities (CDD) is […]
For people with developmental disabilities, moving from certified to non-certified housing can be life changing and cost-effective by Elizabeth Ann Morabito Housing is a fundamental social determinant of health, essential for everyone, including people with […]
Innovative program empowers people with developmental disabilities with tailored assistive technology solutions by Gail Allyn Short Living on one’s own is a rite of passage many young adults look forward to. For people with developmental […]
Housing Navigation supports home ownership for adults with developmental disabilities by Gail Allyn Short Like most young adults, Nick Mykytyn, 27, of Oneonta, N.Y., reached a point where he wanted to move out of his […]
NYS CDD helps people with developmental disabilities live as independently as possible by Gail Allyn Short Historically, people with developmental disabilities (DD) were sometimes sent to live in institutions, away from society. Conditions in these […]
ValleyBuild and Community Colleges Collaborate by Whip Villarreal The Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board has intensified efforts to enhance its ValleyBuild training program by partnering with colleges across the region, providing participants with more opportunities […]
How ValleyBuild prepares workers for union apprenticeship by Raul Clement Union construction jobs are highly coveted for their pay, benefits and worker protections. However, the path to joining a construction union may not always be […]
Women break barriers in the trades by Gail Allyn Short “ValleyBuild changed my life. My life is completely different because they gave me an opportunity.” Alexis Rowberry, ValleyBuild participant & electrical apprentice with IBEW Local […]
Two recent polls reveal significant insights into the voting preferences of California’s Latino and Latina populations. Scan the QR code to the right for details. Since 2000, California has seen the largest increase in citizen […]
Invest In Me: Elevating the Next Generation of Women Leaders In the tenuous years of adolescence, where everything is possible, and unforeseen disaster lurks around every corner, sometimes all it takes for a young person […]
From the Central Valley to the World: Inspiring Students To Reach For The Stars by Andy Furillo If you’re a high school or community college student who wants to expand your higher education options, you […]
Political movement looks to Latina Voting Power as the guiding light for progressive politics By Andy Furillo In the heat of another presidential election year, Communities for a New California (CNC) is leaning heavily on […]
2024 California Women’s Well-Being Index offers insight into gender equity and other issues By Whip Villarreal The 2024 California Women’s Well-Being Index was released at an online event featuring a data overview and expert panel […]
Pre-apprenticship program gives students a leg up in the construction industry by Anne Stokes Nidia Chicas has done a lot in her life: She’s worked as an assistant cook and secretary for the school district, […]
A transformational journey from prison to employment by Matt Jocks For Jesus Nunez, it had been a life of closed doors. When one of those doors opened and he got to see what was on […]
How a single dad turned his life around and emerged stronger by Whip Villareal When Jerry Irvin joined the ValleyBuild training program, he was a single father living off unemployment benefits after his auto-body shop […]
And it’s just plain good customer service by Anne Stokes Leer en español Safe disposal drug take-back bins are a win-win-win: patients have a convenient way to keep unwanted medications out of reach of abuse; […]
Help your community get rid of unwanted or expired medications by Anne Stokes Leer en español Safe disposal drug take-back bins provide a responsible option for those looking to get rid of unwanted medications. As […]
Obstacles to dental care abound throughout Maine by Anne Stokes It’s one of every parent’s worst nightmares: Watching your child suffer and not being able to help them. Unfortunately, it’s a familiar feeling to many […]
COHN is working to create healthy smiles throughout the state Maine is in the midst of a dental care crisis. With the pandemic exacerbating ongoing workforce shortages and many adults just gaining dental benefits for […]
COHN partners with AAP of Maine to keep children healthy by Anne Stokes Many hands make light work. And when you’re trying to make seismic changes to a broken system in the name of healthy […]
Son’s prescription medication addiction started with pills he found at home by Michelle Carl Leer en español Sandra Chavez kept Vicodin in her kitchen. She kept it in the medicine cabinet, next to the Tylenol. […]
Parents raise awareness of prescription medication abuse after son’s death Leer en español When Ric Torchon received a phone call at 3 a.m. from his son’s ex-girlfriend, his heart sank. It was his and his […]
Pharmacies hosting take-back bins make responsible disposal easy by Anne Stokes Sometimes it’s just a few pills. Sometimes it’s a gallon-bag full of blood pressure medication, antibiotics, or painkillers. Either way, it’s important to get […]
Pharmacies hosting take-back bins make responsible disposal easy by Anne Stokes Sometimes you’re left with medication you don’t need: A medication doesn’t work for you and your doctor puts you on something else, or you […]
Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, San Benito, and Tulare Counties Opioid prescriptions in California are decreasing, thanks to a concentrated effort to fight this crisis. But a lot of work still needs to […]
Leer en español San Diego County Opioid prescriptions in California are decreasing, thanks to a concentrated effort to fight this crisis. But a lot of work still needs to be done. Drug-related overdose is the […]
Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Lake, Shasta, Sutter, Tehama, and Yuba Counties Opioid prescriptions in California are decreasing, thanks to a concentrated effort to fight this crisis. But a lot of work still needs to be done. […]
Alpine, El Dorado, Lassen, Modoc, Mono, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sierra, and Siskiyou Counties Opioid prescriptions in California are decreasing, thanks to a concentrated effort to fight this crisis. But a lot of work still needs […]
Del Norte, Humboldt, Mendocino, Sonoma, and Trinity Counties Opioid prescriptions in California are decreasing, thanks to a concentrated effort to fight this crisis. But a lot of work still needs to be done. Drug-related overdose […]
Orange County Opioid prescriptions in California are decreasing, thanks to a concentrated effort to fight this crisis. But a lot of work still needs to be done. Drug-related overdose is the leading cause of accidental […]
Sacramento, Solano, and San Joaquin Counties Opioid prescriptions in California are decreasing, thanks to a concentrated effort to fight this crisis. But a lot of work still needs to be done. Drug-related overdose is the […]
Leer en español Los Angeles and Ventura Counties Opioid prescriptions in California are decreasing, thanks to a concentrated effort to fight this crisis. But a lot of work still needs to be done. Drug-related overdose […]
Imperial, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties Opioid prescriptions in California are decreasing, thanks to a concentrated effort to fight this crisis. But a lot of work still needs to be done. Drug-related overdose is the […]
Safe medicine storage might save the life of someone you love by Rodney Orosco Today, Americans fill nearly three times as many prescriptions as they did in 1980 and spend five times as much on […]
Instead of harming people or the environment, medications can be disposed of at secure collection take-back bins by Allen Pierleoni Leer en español California leads the nation in addressing issues that are vital to the […]
Safe disposal drug take-back bins keep drugs from abuse and out of the environment by Anne Stokes Leer en español In the right hands, medications can work wonders. When mishandled, they can be the stuff […]
Safe disposal drug take-back bins: Safe, convenient, anonymous and good for the environment Leer en español Irresponsibly disposed medications can cause serious public safety concerns including addiction, can lead to unintentional misuse, and pollute watersheds. […]
Safe disposal drug take-back bins help to combat opioid crisis and keep dangerous drugs out of environment, waterways by Debbie Arrington Leer en español Solving problems; that’s what government does. And if a program can […]
Take-back bins can keep medications out of the wrong hands Leer en español When a burglar breaks into a home, what’s one of the first places they look? It’s not the jewelry box — it’s […]
MMAP services significantly reduce prescription drug costs by Elizabeth Ann Morabito In the complex world of Medicare, understanding and optimizing coverage can be a daunting task, particularly for seniors relying on expensive medications. For Norma […]
Training unrepresented populations in the Central Valley by Kathleen Vivaldi ValleyBuild, a Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board program, critically contributes to California’s building and construction sectors by training underrepresented community members in 14 Central Valley […]
MMAP services expands senior living services by Elizabeth Ann Morabito A mutually beneficial partnership between the Michigan Medicare Assistance Program and Meer Independent Living Apartments began in 2017 with a Medicare information session during open […]
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