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Connections Clubhouse Site Visit

Nov 26, 2024

This site visit is intended to provide insight into the Commission’s upcoming Peer Respite initiative.
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ACCESS California Superior Region Networking Event

Nov 12, 2024

Participants will learn about recent state-level policy changes and their impacts on local behavioral health services, discuss important emerging issues, sharpen their advocacy skills, meet new people, and strengthen community networks to build lasting positive change...
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Annual Suicide Prevention and Awareness Virtual Summit

Nov 12, 2024

The California Department of Veterans Affairs and U.S.VETS – Outside the Wire for our Annual Suicide Prevention and Awareness Summit
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Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Veterans in 2024

Nov 12, 2024

San Diego’s inaugural Mental Health Summit geared toward enhancing mental health resources, awareness and education for veterans, active duty service members and their families in San Diego.
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TAY Day at the Capitol

Oct 29, 2024

Commission staff participated at the California Youth Empowerment Network’s (CAYEN) Transition Age Youth (TAY) Day at the Capitol. Participants engaged with key decision-makers, connected with other youth advocates from across the state, and sharpened their...
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