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Read more about “The Beautiful Game” Premiere

“The Beautiful Game” Premiere

Mar 21, 2024

Commission Chair Mara Madrigal-Weiss and Executive Director Toby Ewing Ph.D., attended the premiere of “The Beautiful Game,” a film inspired by the Homeless World Cup. The Commission provided funding for the 2023 Homeless World Cup in Sacramento....
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Read more about EmPATH Grantee Kickoff Meeting

EmPATH Grantee Kickoff Meeting

Mar 21, 2024

This meeting was intended to outline the EmPATH program requirements for new grantees. MHSOAC grantees in attendance: Pacifica Hospital of the Valley, Riverside University Health System, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, College Medical Center, and Mercy Medical...
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Read more about Napa State Hospital Site Visit

Napa State Hospital Site Visit

Mar 21, 2024

Commission staff toured the state hospital to gain perspective and insight to inform Commission work relative to strengthening early intervention services to reduce criminal justice involvement.
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Read more about allcove® Site Visit

allcove® Site Visit

Mar 21, 2024

Commission staff toured allcove® Beach Cities to meet with administrators and discuss progress of the project, services provided, and future focus for growth.
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Read more about MHSSA Listening Session

MHSSA Listening Session

Mar 21, 2024

This session focused on student feedback relative to MHSSA projects and was used to inform the March 2024 Request For Approval (RFA). Over 40 MHSOAC grantees attended this event.
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