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| *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* San Joaquin AIDS Foundation The San Joaquin AIDS Foundation is a grassroots organization, founded in 1986 by concerned community members, doctors and nurses. It was created to provide education, direct client services and HIV testing. We provide educational presentations for civic, social, and religious groups, in-service training for Health Care Providers and Emergency Response Personnel, drop-in counseling and crisis prevention, outreach to at-r, isk communities, and a c, ourt-ordered HIV Probation Education Program. Our direct client services are for people living with HIV/AIDS, their friends and families. These services include counseling and emotional support, volunteer support, emergency financial and pharmaceutical assistance, and crisis intervention. Since federal funding is becoming more limited, and the AIDS Foundation does not receive any money from national HIV/AIDS organization, it has to rely on private donations and local fundraising events. We have something for almost everyone’s tastes, whether it is our Wine Stroll, our annual Crab Feed in February or our Christmas Home Tour during the first weekend of December. Also, December 1st is World AIDS Day and we have an annual Candlelight Vigil to commemorate those who have passed due to this disease but also encourage those who continue the fight against it. The Foundation also receives funds from AIDS Walk San Joaquin, which has the annual AIDS Walk in May. Daniel Corona Downtown Stockton Alliance The All American Crawl in Downtown Stockton Friday July 3rd, Register from 5-8pm More than 10 Downtown Stockton and Miracle Mile bars and restaurants, open their doors 5 pm-midnight and offer their finest in drink and appetizer specials—for 350 CRAWLers only. Registration is on the Janet Leigh (cinema) Plaza, 5-8 pm, featuring live music by Snap Jackson & the Knock on Wood Players, and hula lessons start the evening off on the right foot. The Stockton Ports invite CRAWLers to root for the home team in their game featuring post-game fireworks! Participants are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance. Designated driver and Student tickets with valid ID are available at discounted rates. For more information, log onto www.downtownstockton.org, and to purchase tickets, visit www.stocktontickets.org. How far can you CRAWL? Your wristband: Special Stimulus Plan Prices— Tickets will not be this low for other 2009 CRAWLS! Emily Baime *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Friends for Sophia's Dog Park Friends for Sophia's Dog Park was established as a grass roots non-profit in 2004 and became a full-fledged 502(c)(3) public charity two years later. Since that time we have become more and more active in local communities in regard to animal welfare. We made our charter/mission very broad to include the establishment of legal dog parks, companion animal rescue, feral cat colony management and, in particular, educating the public to become responsible pet owners. Car & Bike Show This Car & Bike show is action packed with food, Live music, Skydivers, and even a World Record attempt for the most non-motorized water vessels linked together at one time. The effort is all in support of the troops and 100% of all entry fees and donations go to help veterans and/or their families who have sacrificed so much for us. •Car & Bike Show from 8am to 3pm •World Record "Paddle For Fame" from 11am to 3pm. (Fly over photo 1:00pm Sharp) •Live Music from Noon to 4pm •Food and drinks sponsored by the Boardwalk Grill from Noon to 4pm •Vendor Booths, Giveaways, Raffles, and much more. (For vendor booths and/or donations call (925) 634-4848) To enter your Car or Bike it's a $25 Pre-Register Donation or a $30 donation the day of the show. First 100 Cars & 100 Bikes that pre-register will receive a $25 gift certificate to “The Spa and Salon At Discovery Bay”. Registrants will also receive a certificate for a complimentary lunch. “FREEDOM TOUR” Donations: 100% of all profit raised will go directly to the Veteran beneficiaries of the What A Country Challenge effort •June 12th - 14th ………Bill Brandt Ford(8100 Brentwood Blvd. Brentwood) Frank Morgan - Founder *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Head Start - Free Summer Lunch Head Start is a Federal program for preschool children from low-income families. The Head Start program is operated by local non-profit organizations in almost every county in the country. Children who attend Head Start participate in a variety of educational activities. They also receive free medical and dental care, have healthy meals and snacks, and enjoy playing indoors and outdoors in a safe setting. Head Start helps all children succeed. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children with disabilities. Most children in Head Start are between the ages of three and five years old. Services are also available to infants and toddlers in selected sites. FREE SUMMER LUNCH Dates: June 1st through July 24th (Monday - Friday) McKinley Park Williams Park Head Start Lodi Boys & Girls This is our second year doing Summer Lunch. This year more than ever with the economy so bad we want to feed as many children as possible. During the regular school year we produce approximately 7,000 meals a day. Julie Whittock Second Harvest Food Bank In May of 1995, the Food Bank became a part of a national coalition of food banks know as Feeding America formally know as America's Second Harvest Nation's Food Bank Network. Second Harvest Food Bank has been an involved member of the community since 1976 and on the forefront of the fight against hunger for low-income individuals and families in San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties. With the current economy, we have not only seen an increase in the need of food assistance, people losing their jobs, homes,and the rising cost of gas, we have also seen a staggering amount of families, children and individuals who suffer from the lack of proper nutrition and food insecurity. With your help we can make a difference in the fight against hunger within our communities. EVENTS.... "Dell'Osso Family Farm" October 2009 “Turkeys R US” Turkey Drive, November and December, 2009: RTD “Stuff the Bus” Food Drive, November, 2009: Manteca Unified School Dist "Stuff the Bus" Manteca Transit "Stuff the Bus" PROGRAMS... "Food 4 Thought" "The Senior Brown Bag Program" "Referrals for food Assistance" Sherry Stevens , *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* California Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA) FREE LEGAL HELP FOR WORKERS Workers who have employment issues or questions can receive free legal advice at the California Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA) At the clinics, CRLA lawyers will be available to provide advice regarding work-related issues, including: Workers’ Rights Clinic Next clinic: June 9th Briza Sanchez Delta Humane Society Doggie Dash Festival 2009 @ Victory Park in Stockton. The Doggie Dash Festival raised over $29,500 last year for the Delta Humane Society & S.P.C.A. This year's event will be held on June 6th at Victory Park located in Stockton, California off Pershing Avenue. Registration will begin at 9:00am and the walk will start shortly after. Early registration fee is $20 and event day registration will be $25. Pet contests will take place in the following categories: Best Kisser, Pet-Owner Look-a-Like, Best Pet Trick, Most Unique pet, Most Obedient Pet and Obstacle Course. In addition there will be a Pet Model Runway Contest so dress up your pet and see if you win. *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* The Society for Handicapped Children & Adults PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AT A GLANCE: Loan Closet The Society for Handicapped Children and Adults maintains a Loan Closet of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, bedside commodes, walkers, crutches, slide boards, and shower chairs. This free service is made available to anyone in need, from those experiencing a temporary disability to someone with a permanent disability. Society Home Support Many elderly and disabled members of our community are not able to drive for medical appointments or grocery shopping. The Society Home Support program helps to meet these needs. Our volunteers provide needed transportation for these basic health concerns. All volunteers are carefully screened. In addition to the obvious benefits, this program provides some limited companionship. Our volunteers also have the opportunity to identify other unmet needs the client may have and then we are able to try to find resources to assist in these other areas. Special Needs Fund Many individuals of all ages in our community do not have health insurance or the financial resources to purchase the medical and adaptive equipment they need to maintain their health and independence. Sign Language Beginning back in the early 1990’s, the Society for Handicapped Children and Adults has offered beginning, intermediate and advanced Sign Language Classes. Staffed by three paid instructors, the Society has taught approximately two thousand five hundred community members to sign. Many of the participants in these classes do not have hearing problems themselves, but have family, friends, or co-workers who must communicate using signing. These classes significantly enhance communication in social and family settings. Society for Handicapped Recreation Programs: Skiing Unlimited Skiing Unlimited is a snow and water ski program for physically challenged children and adults. Since 1990, Skiing Unlimited has provided access to the sport of skiing for many blind, deaf, paraplegic, quadriplegic, and developmentally-disabled individuals who would otherwise be denied the opportunity to share in exhilarating outdoor activities. With adaptive equipment, trained volunteers who assist our clients, and special instructions, there are few disabilities too severe to prevent participation. We believe that these recreational opportunities enhance the self-confidence of our clients and help the community to “see beyond the wheelchairs” and recognize the qualities and potential of physically-challenged individuals. Adapted Bicycle Camp Beg, inning in 2006, the Society of Handicapped Children and Adults, through a partnership with several area non profit agencies, held its inaugural Adapted Bicycle Camp. This program has provided a unique bicycling experience for over 75 physically challenged children. Through the use of specialized bicycles, the children were able to learn to ride a two wheel bicycle. The Society is looking forward to continuing this special program. Day on the Farm The Society for Handicapped Children and Adults held its inaugural “Day on the Farm” camp for individuals that have Down syndrome in the Fall of 2008. Children and adults ages 3 to 53 experienced horse back riding, horse grooming, a miniature farm animal petting zoo, a Chuck Wagon style dinner, hay rides, games, activities and singing around the camp fire with of course…smores. Day on the Farm will be offered at various times of the year for individuals with all disabilities. For more information, call 524-3536 or visit www.societyforhandicapped.org. Referrals and Information Each month we receive many telephone calls from disabled people who have important unmet needs. When these needs involve services that we don’t provide, we work with clients to put them in touch with a group or an organization that can meet their needs. This is an important service, since many people become confused and discouraged when trying to find help in the maze of public and private programs. Carole L. McFarlane 1947 ~ Over 60 Years of Caring ~ 2009 California Office of Traffic Safety CLICK IT OR TICKET The California Office of Traffic Safety reminds all drivers to buckle up! California has seen improvements in seat belt use in recent years, but the issue of buckling up is still a serious concern, especially among teens. Teens buckle up far less frequently than adults do. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), teenage drivers and passengers are among those least likely to wear their seat belts. Observed seat belt use among teens and young adults (16 to 24 years old) stood at 76 percent in 2006 – the lowest of any age group. In fact, in 2006 the majority (58%) of young people 16 to 20 years old involved in fatal motor vehicle crashes were not wearing a seatbelt at the time of their accident. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the U.S. Each year, more than 5000 teens aged 16 - 20 are killed in passenger vehicle crashes. During 2006, a teen died in a traffic crash an average of once every hour during weekends and nearly once every two hours during the week. Teens are also at far greater risk of death in an alcohol-related crash than the overall population, despite the fact that they are below the minimum drinking age. Among 15- to 20-year-old drivers involved in fatal crashes in 2006, 31 percent of the drivers who were killed had been drinking and 77 percent of these drivers were unrestrained. In an effort to encourage seatbelt use, the California Office of Traffic Safety is working to make people of all ages better aware of the fines they'll have to pay if caught traveling unbuckled. Drivers can face a first time fine of $132 -- and when children under six are not properly secured in a vehicle, the parent or driver can receive "one point" on their driving record in addition to a ticket of $435 for their first offense. To learn more about how you can help make our roads safer visit: http://www.ots.ca.gov/Media_and_Research/Campaigns/CIOT/default.asp *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Stanislaus Teens Got Talent! Teen Talent Show Contest Date: Friday, May 22nd, 2009 Come check out the talent of Stanislaus County's youth! In celebration Sponsor's for the event: Stanislaus County Health Services Agency, For more information visit us on MySpace at: Event Coordinator: Mayor's Teenfest '09 Place: Weber Point Details: This event is aim at "teens", if you love music or video Cost: Free to all high school and Jr. high students Victor Quintanilla - Youth Director for Blaze Productions *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* St. Joseph's Regional Cancer Center Presents the 20th Annual Surviving Beautifully! "Life is not a dress rehearsal." Date: Sunday May 17th, 2009 Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: Stockton Civic Auditorium Join us as we celebrate cancer survivors modeling positive attitudes towards living, in mind, body and spirit. This event is a celebration of hope, courage & life! Advance tickets are $10 each and may be purchased from: • The Flair Boutique – Lincoln Center • Coldwater Creek – StoneCreek Village • Wish List – Miracle Mile • Stockton Oncology (Drs. Dighe and Mehdi) • St. Joseph’s Foundation $10 advance tickets may be purchased by sending a check to St. Joseph’s Foundation, PO Box 213008, Stockton, CA 95213-9008 Tickets will be available at the door at $15 each. Jim Linderman Coordinator of Support & Education for St. Joseph's Regional Cancer Center Phone: (209) 461-6889 Email: SJCancerInfo@chw.edu Health & Safety Fair Date: Saturday, May 16th Location: 1602 Monterey Ave Modesto, CA 95354 The purpose of the event is to provide free information on community resources and services to the families and students in the Airport neighborhood in Modesto. We expect anywhere between 300-500 adults and children. We also expect at least 20 vendors/agencies representing a variety of services within the community; Medical providers, Dental screenings, mental health referrals, social service agencies, are only some of the service providers attending. There will be Free food and free entertainment as part of our program. *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* 1000 Hearts Community Outreach Fundraiser Come and join us for a great cause and a day off fun. We invite all to the 1st annual 1000 Hearts Community Outreach Fundraiser. Farmers Insurance, March of Dim, es, and Harvest Church Ministries are teaming up to raise money for the March of Dimes. There will be entertainment for all ages. This is the communities chance to take part in a great cause. Come and join us for a great day of FUN! The P.L.A.Y Multicultural Arts Network has created a Multicultural Festival Date: Saturday May 9 2009 *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Downtown Stockton Alliance The Hula Crawl: Get Lei’d in Downtown Stockton May 30th, 2009 1st Annual "Shrimp/Steak Feed" Fundraiser 6pm @ The Italian Athletic Club SOMETHING NEW! The state budget crisis has affected the MediCAL healthcare system. On June 30, 2009, MediCAL “Optional Benefits” for adults over 18 years of age will be cut. Therefore we recommend that people with MediCAL call our office to schedule an appointment before their benefits are cut. After June 30, 2009, there will be no MediCAL eyeglasses benefit for adult patients. Other healthcare types affected are: Dental, Mental Health, Chiropractic, and more are affected as well. MediCAL benefits for medically related eye health issues and for children under 18 are not affected. Patients with glaucoma, cataracts, diabetes, hypertension, eye infections, or eye allergies can still receive their eye health care at our office. Our office has special frame and lens packages that will fit everyone’s budget. Dr. Derron Lee Dr. Leanne Lee 1101 East March Lane #O Stockton, CA 95210 www.midtownoptometry.com (209) 957-8000 office
Human Services Agency (HSA) Foster Care Orientation Schedule If you have a friend who is interested in being a foster parent, let them know about our orientation meetings. We have two foster care orientation meetings per month. ADOPTION Eighth Annual Spring Memorial Fundraiser - POKER RUN ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE EVENT GO TO "SJGH" PATIENT HELPING FUND, HELPING PATIENTS W/ MUCH NEEDED EQUIPMENT, TRANSPORTATION, INFANT CAR SEATS, ETC. San Joaquin General Hospital, originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Acute Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Children's Dream Works RaShambo Salon & Botiques First Annual Fashion Show Proceeds to benefit local charity "Children's Dream Works." In times like these it is even more benefitual to help those in need. Our Fashion Show is being held on Saturday, May 9th to Celebrate Women, Mothers and Daughters. Join us for a preview of new spring clothing ofered by Lodi's finest clothing Botiques... Where: George's Banquet Room - Lockeford Time: 11:00 am - Brunch Included Fashions by: Pret, City Girl, and Christiansen's of Lodi Raffle, Silent Auction, and Prizes Ticket: $35.00 (Tax deductable) What a great gift for your mom, daughter, or friend! Brunch, Dessert, Champange Mimosa & Chocolate Covered Strawberries Purchase Tickets in Lockeford at RaShamBo Rita Sperling Relay for Life aka "UOP Mini Relay" This is a student class project (graduating seniors) The goal is to raise money for the American Cancer Society. (patient services, prevention/ detection, research) Event will be held on the UOP campus (intermural field on Brookside Road) We are encouraging UOP students/ faculty/ staff to form teams and go out to walk and raise money for their team Also encouraging the community to come out to walk Facts on Relay for Life: Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society’s signature activity. It offers everyone in a community an opportunity to participate in the fight against cancer. Teams of people camp out at a local high school, park, or fairground and take turns walking or running around a track or path. Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event. Relays are an overnight event, up to 24 hours in length. Why Relay? "We are looking for volunteers to drive cancer patients to and from their treatment appointments. If you're interested call 1-800-ACS-2345" *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Sierra Vista Child & Family Services Friday, April 24, 2009 Enjoy a beautiful day golfing at Turlock Golf and Country Club, while supporting abused, neglected and emotionally disturbed children and families in crisis. Entry fee includes Lunch, Golf Cart, Player Gifts, Awards, On-Course Food & Beverages and Dinner. Noon Shotgun Start Saturday, June 20, 2009 The 4th Annual Modesto Star Touring Chapter 294 Poker Run was a huge success. For information on the 5th Annual Poker Run please call: Gerald at 209-324-1924 or Barry Brannon at 209-380-2589 Sierra Vista Child & Family Services is a private, non-profit agency that has been helping abused, neglected and emotionally disturbed children and families in crisis in California's Central Valley since 1972. We offer a variety of community based counseling and family support services in various locations including Modesto, Oakdale, Patterson, Hughson, Merced and Turlock. Sierra Vista Child & Family Services foster family program matches children with stable foster families and the adoption program provides permanency planning and placement for children who are available for adoption. Trisha Sales HoodRoc Productions 1st Annual Dance Crew Competition Thursday, April 9th, 2009 Multi-Cultural Center Friday, May 1st, 2009 Merced High School Racquel Miranda Phone: (209) 769-2137 *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Women's Center of San Joaquin County Women’s Center to Hold 2nd Annual Walk A Mile in Her Shoes®: Saturday, April 18, 2009, the Women’s Center of San Joaquin County will host its 2nd Annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes® Men’s March at Sherwood Mall in Stockton. Courageous men will don women’s pumps and will literally walk a mile to protest rape, sexual assault and gender violence. Proceeds from this event will help to support the Women’s Center’s sexual assault services. For registration and pledge forms, and to learn more about the event, please call the Women’s Center at (209) 941-2611 or visit www.womenscenterofsjc.com and , click on the red shoe icon. Sponsorships are available. Please contact the Development Department at (209) 467-2334 more information on sponsorship opportunities. Joelle Gomez Domestic Violence 24-Hour Hotline:(209) 465-4848 Safavi Institute of Cosmetology Car Show Rosemary Safavi *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Delta Humane Society & S.P.C.A. *Doggie Dash Festival 2009 The Doggie Dash Festival raised over $29,500 last year for the Delta Humane Society & S.P.C.A. This year's event will be held on June 6th at Victory Park located in Stockton, California off Pershing Avenue. Registration will begin at 9:00am and the walk will start shortly after. Early registration fee is $20 and event day registration will be $25. Pet contests will take place in the following categories: Best Kisser, Pet-Owner Look-a-Like, Best Pet Trick, Most Unique pet, Most Obedient Pet and Obstacle Course. In addition there will be a Pet Model Runway Contest so dress up your pet and see if you win. Haven of Peace - Celebrating 50 years of service! *Pancake Breakfast @ the Shelter *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Help Send Kids to Science Camp! "The doctors and staff of Midtown Optometry are fully committed to you and your family's total eye health and vision wellness. We provide state of the art eye care and the finest eyewear products available in an atmosphere of uncompromised service, value and friendliness." *Convenient online appointment scheduling available* Dr. Derron Lee "At Midtown Optometry, Your Family is Our Family" Military & Veterans get FREE Tax Preparation! Tax Prep for Military & Veterans the week of March 18th-25th Cell Phones for Soldiers: The March of Dimes is about all babies-those Ken Wu Non-Military? Get help today! TEXT "WAVE" to 21040 *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Boys and Girls Club of Manteca & Lathrop March 22-28, 2009: National Boys & Girls Club Week April 18th, 2009 - 6pm to 12am: Spring Fling Barn Dance May 8th, 2009: Golf Tournament - Open and Co-ed Flights May 23rd, 2009: Hall of Fame for Boys and Girls Club $12 a year for membership! Boys and Girls Club Boys and Girls Club Jonathon Cardoza Stockton Shelter for the Homeless Kids in a Box Nine Ways You Can Help Kirs Smith *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* American Red Cross-San Joaquin Cou, nty Chapter Training Location : Janine Brown Inquire about our "Rock the Red Cross Tour" held the 3rd Wednesday of Family & Youth Services of San Joaquin County Event information: "Rebuilding Together" along with the Pepsi Bottling Company. A 2 day event where volunteers are coming to our shelter for the opportunity to be a part of the effort to create a safe and healthy shelter for our youth. Volunteers will be helping us with an "extreme makeover" of our shelter which will include painting, re flooring, and other maintenance activities. Those who wish to volunteer their time or materials on Saturday, March 21 may do so by contacting Jennifer Jones at the below contact numbers. Those who wish to volunteer their time/materials on Sunday, March 22 may do so by going to www.rebuildingtogethersacramento.org. On this site they will find the link to the Pepsi non-profit Project and there is a volunteer sign up form. The event will be located at the Safe House shelter and the address is 436 East Flora Street, Stockton CA 95202. The event will be both days from about 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Jennifer Jones Don't forget about our Family Crisis Line *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* California Transplant Donor Network “Take Responsibility” campaign is a program out of the Bureau of Land Management and a joint venture with the California Fire Alliance. What we’re doing is educating people about the importance of creating and maintaining 100 feet of clean, open space around their properties – especially those people that live on the wildland urban interface. This 100 feet of clean, open space, or defensible space – helps prevent the spreading of wildfires and increases the changes of saving your family and home in the event of a wildfire. There are five easy steps to make 100 feet of defensible space: Debra Hine F.A.Y.S Family & Youth Services reaches out to its community with programs designed to help people use their personal strengths to meet life's challenges. To build a stronger community by fostering the strengths of youth, adults and families to help them meet life's challenges. Family Services The Family Crisis Line of San Joaquin County responds to children, youth and families in crisis 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 877-643-4750. The Safe House Emergency Shelter offers up to 21 days of shelter and support services for runaway, throwaway and homeless youth aged 12-17. Jennifer Jones *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* California Transplant Donor Network The California Transplant Donor Network saves and improves lives by facilitating organ and tissue donation for transplantation. The Transplant Network helps 160 hospitals in 40 Northern and Central California and Northern Nevada counties offer the option of organ and tissue donation to families whose loved ones have died, coordinates deceased organ recovery and placement, and provides public education with the hope that every resident will become a donor. It is federally designated as this region?s organ recovery organization. For more information, visit www.ctdn.org or call 1-888-570-9400. Donate Life California is a nonprofit, state-authorized organ and tissue donor registry, administered by California?s four nonprofit, federally designated organ procurement organizations, each responsible for facilitating the donation process in the state: California Transplant Donor Network, Golden State Donor Services, Lifesharing and OneLegacy. As a state-authorized public service, the registry assures that all personal information is kept confidential and stored in a secure database, accessible only to authorized organ and tissue recovery personnel. For more information about the Donate Life California Registry, the process, and how donation saves and improves lives, visit: www.donateLIFEcalifornia.org or in Spanish at http://www.donevidacalifornia.org/. Amparo Contreras Stanislaus Literacy Center The Stanislaus Literacy Center is a non-profit organization providing free If you need help with basic reading, call 558-4505. Dotti Young will If you read at or above an 8th grade level, but need help with reading If you are a volunteer who would like to help someone else improve reading, If you want to donate to the Stanislaus Literacy Center, you can donate Karen Williams *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* San Joaquin AIDS Foundation The San Joaquin AIDS Foundation is a grassroots organization, founded in 1986 by concerned community members, doctors and nurses. It was created to provide education, direct client services and HIV testing. We provide educational presentations for civic, social, and religious groups, in-service training for Health Care Providers and Emergency Response Personnel, drop-in counseling and crisis prevention, outreach to at-r, isk communities, and a c, ourt-ordered HIV Probation Education Program. Our direct client services are for people living with HIV/AIDS, their friends and families. These services include counseling and emotional support, volunteer support, emergency financial and pharmaceutical assistance, and crisis intervention. Since federal funding is becoming more limited, and the AIDS Foundation does not receive any money from national HIV/AIDS organization, it has to rely on private donations and local fundraising events. We have something for almost everyone’s tastes, whether it is our Wine Stroll, our annual Crab Feed in February or our Christmas Home Tour during the first weekend of December. Also, December 1st is World AIDS Day and we have an annual Candlelight Vigil to commemorate those who have passed due to this disease but also encourage those who continue the fight against it. The Foundation also receives funds from AIDS Walk San Joaquin, which has the annual AIDS Walk in May. Daniel Corona Downtown Stockton Alliance The All American Crawl in Downtown Stockton Friday July 3rd, Register from 5-8pm More than 10 Downtown Stockton and Miracle Mile bars and restaurants, open their doors 5 pm-midnight and offer their finest in drink and appetizer specials—for 350 CRAWLers only. Registration is on the Janet Leigh (cinema) Plaza, 5-8 pm, featuring live music by Snap Jackson & the Knock on Wood Players, and hula lessons start the evening off on the right foot. The Stockton Ports invite CRAWLers to root for the home team in their game featuring post-game fireworks! Participants are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance. Designated driver and Student tickets with valid ID are available at discounted rates. For more information, log onto www.downtownstockton.org, and to purchase tickets, visit www.stocktontickets.org. How far can you CRAWL? Your wristband: Special Stimulus Plan Prices— Tickets will not be this low for other 2009 CRAWLS! Emily Baime *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Friends for Sophia's Dog Park Friends for Sophia's Dog Park was established as a grass roots non-profit in 2004 and became a full-fledged 502(c)(3) public charity two years later. Since that time we have become more and more active in local communities in regard to animal welfare. We made our charter/mission very broad to include the establishment of legal dog parks, companion animal rescue, feral cat colony management and, in particular, educating the public to become responsible pet owners. Car & Bike Show This Car & Bike show is action packed with food, Live music, Skydivers, and even a World Record attempt for the most non-motorized water vessels linked together at one time. The effort is all in support of the troops and 100% of all entry fees and donations go to help veterans and/or their families who have sacrificed so much for us. •Car & Bike Show from 8am to 3pm •World Record "Paddle For Fame" from 11am to 3pm. (Fly over photo 1:00pm Sharp) •Live Music from Noon to 4pm •Food and drinks sponsored by the Boardwalk Grill from Noon to 4pm •Vendor Booths, Giveaways, Raffles, and much more. (For vendor booths and/or donations call (925) 634-4848) To enter your Car or Bike it's a $25 Pre-Register Donation or a $30 donation the day of the show. First 100 Cars & 100 Bikes that pre-register will receive a $25 gift certificate to “The Spa and Salon At Discovery Bay”. Registrants will also receive a certificate for a complimentary lunch. “FREEDOM TOUR” Donations: 100% of all profit raised will go directly to the Veteran beneficiaries of the What A Country Challenge effort •June 12th - 14th ………Bill Brandt Ford(8100 Brentwood Blvd. Brentwood) Frank Morgan - Founder *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Head Start - Free Summer Lunch Head Start is a Federal program for preschool children from low-income families. The Head Start program is operated by local non-profit organizations in almost every county in the country. Children who attend Head Start participate in a variety of educational activities. They also receive free medical and dental care, have healthy meals and snacks, and enjoy playing indoors and outdoors in a safe setting. Head Start helps all children succeed. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children with disabilities. Most children in Head Start are between the ages of three and five years old. Services are also available to infants and toddlers in selected sites. FREE SUMMER LUNCH Dates: June 1st through July 24th (Monday - Friday) McKinley Park Williams Park Head Start Lodi Boys & Girls This is our second year doing Summer Lunch. This year more than ever with the economy so bad we want to feed as many children as possible. During the regular school year we produce approximately 7,000 meals a day. Julie Whittock Second Harvest Food Bank In May of 1995, the Food Bank became a part of a national coalition of food banks know as Feeding America formally know as America's Second Harvest Nation's Food Bank Network. Second Harvest Food Bank has been an involved member of the community since 1976 and on the forefront of the fight against hunger for low-income individuals and families in San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties. With the current economy, we have not only seen an increase in the need of food assistance, people losing their jobs, homes,and the rising cost of gas, we have also seen a staggering amount of families, children and individuals who suffer from the lack of proper nutrition and food insecurity. With your help we can make a difference in the fight against hunger within our communities. EVENTS.... "Dell'Osso Family Farm" October 2009 “Turkeys R US” Turkey Drive, November and December, 2009: RTD “Stuff the Bus” Food Drive, November, 2009: Manteca Unified School Dist "Stuff the Bus" Manteca Transit "Stuff the Bus" PROGRAMS... "Food 4 Thought" "The Senior Brown Bag Program" "Referrals for food Assistance" Sherry Stevens , *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* California Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA) FREE LEGAL HELP FOR WORKERS Workers who have employment issues or questions can receive free legal advice at the California Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA) At the clinics, CRLA lawyers will be available to provide advice regarding work-related issues, including: Workers’ Rights Clinic Next clinic: June 9th Briza Sanchez Delta Humane Society Doggie Dash Festival 2009 @ Victory Park in Stockton. The Doggie Dash Festival raised over $29,500 last year for the Delta Humane Society & S.P.C.A. This year's event will be held on June 6th at Victory Park located in Stockton, California off Pershing Avenue. Registration will begin at 9:00am and the walk will start shortly after. Early registration fee is $20 and event day registration will be $25. Pet contests will take place in the following categories: Best Kisser, Pet-Owner Look-a-Like, Best Pet Trick, Most Unique pet, Most Obedient Pet and Obstacle Course. In addition there will be a Pet Model Runway Contest so dress up your pet and see if you win. *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* The Society for Handicapped Children & Adults PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AT A GLANCE: Loan Closet The Society for Handicapped Children and Adults maintains a Loan Closet of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, bedside commodes, walkers, crutches, slide boards, and shower chairs. This free service is made available to anyone in need, from those experiencing a temporary disability to someone with a permanent disability. Society Home Support Many elderly and disabled members of our community are not able to drive for medical appointments or grocery shopping. The Society Home Support program helps to meet these needs. Our volunteers provide needed transportation for these basic health concerns. All volunteers are carefully screened. In addition to the obvious benefits, this program provides some limited companionship. Our volunteers also have the opportunity to identify other unmet needs the client may have and then we are able to try to find resources to assist in these other areas. Special Needs Fund Many individuals of all ages in our community do not have health insurance or the financial resources to purchase the medical and adaptive equipment they need to maintain their health and independence. Sign Language Beginning back in the early 1990’s, the Society for Handicapped Children and Adults has offered beginning, intermediate and advanced Sign Language Classes. Staffed by three paid instructors, the Society has taught approximately two thousand five hundred community members to sign. Many of the participants in these classes do not have hearing problems themselves, but have family, friends, or co-workers who must communicate using signing. These classes significantly enhance communication in social and family settings. Society for Handicapped Recreation Programs: Skiing Unlimited Skiing Unlimited is a snow and water ski program for physically challenged children and adults. Since 1990, Skiing Unlimited has provided access to the sport of skiing for many blind, deaf, paraplegic, quadriplegic, and developmentally-disabled individuals who would otherwise be denied the opportunity to share in exhilarating outdoor activities. With adaptive equipment, trained volunteers who assist our clients, and special instructions, there are few disabilities too severe to prevent participation. We believe that these recreational opportunities enhance the self-confidence of our clients and help the community to “see beyond the wheelchairs” and recognize the qualities and potential of physically-challenged individuals. Adapted Bicycle Camp Beg, inning in 2006, the Society of Handicapped Children and Adults, through a partnership with several area non profit agencies, held its inaugural Adapted Bicycle Camp. This program has provided a unique bicycling experience for over 75 physically challenged children. Through the use of specialized bicycles, the children were able to learn to ride a two wheel bicycle. The Society is looking forward to continuing this special program. Day on the Farm The Society for Handicapped Children and Adults held its inaugural “Day on the Farm” camp for individuals that have Down syndrome in the Fall of 2008. Children and adults ages 3 to 53 experienced horse back riding, horse grooming, a miniature farm animal petting zoo, a Chuck Wagon style dinner, hay rides, games, activities and singing around the camp fire with of course…smores. Day on the Farm will be offered at various times of the year for individuals with all disabilities. For more information, call 524-3536 or visit www.societyforhandicapped.org. Referrals and Information Each month we receive many telephone calls from disabled people who have important unmet needs. When these needs involve services that we don’t provide, we work with clients to put them in touch with a group or an organization that can meet their needs. This is an important service, since many people become confused and discouraged when trying to find help in the maze of public and private programs. Carole L. McFarlane 1947 ~ Over 60 Years of Caring ~ 2009 California Office of Traffic Safety CLICK IT OR TICKET The California Office of Traffic Safety reminds all drivers to buckle up! California has seen improvements in seat belt use in recent years, but the issue of buckling up is still a serious concern, especially among teens. Teens buckle up far less frequently than adults do. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), teenage drivers and passengers are among those least likely to wear their seat belts. Observed seat belt use among teens and young adults (16 to 24 years old) stood at 76 percent in 2006 – the lowest of any age group. In fact, in 2006 the majority (58%) of young people 16 to 20 years old involved in fatal motor vehicle crashes were not wearing a seatbelt at the time of their accident. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the U.S. Each year, more than 5000 teens aged 16 - 20 are killed in passenger vehicle crashes. During 2006, a teen died in a traffic crash an average of once every hour during weekends and nearly once every two hours during the week. Teens are also at far greater risk of death in an alcohol-related crash than the overall population, despite the fact that they are below the minimum drinking age. Among 15- to 20-year-old drivers involved in fatal crashes in 2006, 31 percent of the drivers who were killed had been drinking and 77 percent of these drivers were unrestrained. In an effort to encourage seatbelt use, the California Office of Traffic Safety is working to make people of all ages better aware of the fines they'll have to pay if caught traveling unbuckled. Drivers can face a first time fine of $132 -- and when children under six are not properly secured in a vehicle, the parent or driver can receive "one point" on their driving record in addition to a ticket of $435 for their first offense. To learn more about how you can help make our roads safer visit: http://www.ots.ca.gov/Media_and_Research/Campaigns/CIOT/default.asp *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Stanislaus Teens Got Talent! Teen Talent Show Contest Date: Friday, May 22nd, 2009 Come check out the talent of Stanislaus County's youth! In celebration Sponsor's for the event: Stanislaus County Health Services Agency, For more information visit us on MySpace at: Event Coordinator: Mayor's Teenfest '09 Place: Weber Point Details: This event is aim at "teens", if you love music or video Cost: Free to all high school and Jr. high students Victor Quintanilla - Youth Director for Blaze Productions *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* St. Joseph's Regional Cancer Center Presents the 20th Annual Surviving Beautifully! "Life is not a dress rehearsal." Date: Sunday May 17th, 2009 Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: Stockton Civic Auditorium Join us as we celebrate cancer survivors modeling positive attitudes towards living, in mind, body and spirit. This event is a celebration of hope, courage & life! Advance tickets are $10 each and may be purchased from: • The Flair Boutique – Lincoln Center • Coldwater Creek – StoneCreek Village • Wish List – Miracle Mile • Stockton Oncology (Drs. Dighe and Mehdi) • St. Joseph’s Foundation $10 advance tickets may be purchased by sending a check to St. Joseph’s Foundation, PO Box 213008, Stockton, CA 95213-9008 Tickets will be available at the door at $15 each. Jim Linderman Coordinator of Support & Education for St. Joseph's Regional Cancer Center Phone: (209) 461-6889 Email: SJCancerInfo@chw.edu Health & Safety Fair Date: Saturday, May 16th Location: 1602 Monterey Ave Modesto, CA 95354 The purpose of the event is to provide free information on community resources and services to the families and students in the Airport neighborhood in Modesto. We expect anywhere between 300-500 adults and children. We also expect at least 20 vendors/agencies representing a variety of services within the community; Medical providers, Dental screenings, mental health referrals, social service agencies, are only some of the service providers attending. There will be Free food and free entertainment as part of our program. *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* 1000 Hearts Community Outreach Fundraiser Come and join us for a great cause and a day off fun. We invite all to the 1st annual 1000 Hearts Community Outreach Fundraiser. Farmers Insurance, March of Dim, es, and Harvest Church Ministries are teaming up to raise money for the March of Dimes. There will be entertainment for all ages. This is the communities chance to take part in a great cause. Come and join us for a great day of FUN! The P.L.A.Y Multicultural Arts Network has created a Multicultural Festival Date: Saturday May 9 2009 *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Downtown Stockton Alliance The Hula Crawl: Get Lei’d in Downtown Stockton May 30th, 2009 1st Annual "Shrimp/Steak Feed" Fundraiser 6pm @ The Italian Athletic Club SOMETHING NEW! The state budget crisis has affected the MediCAL healthcare system. On June 30, 2009, MediCAL “Optional Benefits” for adults over 18 years of age will be cut. Therefore we recommend that people with MediCAL call our office to schedule an appointment before their benefits are cut. After June 30, 2009, there will be no MediCAL eyeglasses benefit for adult patients. Other healthcare types affected are: Dental, Ment, , al Health, Chiropractic, and more are affected as well. MediCAL benefits for medically related eye health issues and for children under 18 are not affected. Patients with glaucoma, cataracts, diabetes, hypertension, eye infections, or eye allergies can still receive their eye health care at our office. Our office has special frame and lens packages that will fit everyone’s budget. Dr. Derron Lee Dr. Leanne Lee 1101 East March Lane #O Stockton, CA 95210 www.midtownoptometry.com (209) 957-8000 office
Human Services Agency (HSA) Foster Care Orientation Schedule If you have a friend who is interested in being a foster parent, let them know about our orientation meetings. We have two foster care orientation meetings per month. ADOPTION Eighth Annual Spring Memorial Fundraiser - POKER RUN ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE EVENT GO TO "SJGH" PATIENT HELPING FUND, HELPING PATIENTS W/ MUCH NEEDED EQUIPMENT, TRANSPORTATION, INFANT CAR SEATS, ETC. San Joaquin General Hospital, originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Acute Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Children's Dream Works RaShambo Salon & Botiques First Annual Fashion Show Proceeds to benefit local charity "Children's Dream Works." In times like these it is even more benefitual to help those in need. Our Fashion Show is being held on Saturday, May 9th to Celebrate Women, Mothers and Daughters. Join us for a preview of new spring clothing ofered by Lodi's finest clothing Botiques... Where: George's Banquet Room - Lockeford Time: 11:00 am - Brunch Included Fashions by: Pret, City Girl, and Christiansen's of Lodi Raffle, Silent Auction, and Prizes Ticket: $35.00 (Tax deductable) What a great gift for your mom, daughter, or friend! Brunch, Dessert, Champange Mimosa & Chocolate Covered Strawberries Purchase Tickets in Lockeford at RaShamBo Rita Sperling Relay for Life aka "UOP Mini Relay" This is a student class project (graduating seniors) The goal is to raise money for the American Cancer Society. (patient services, prevention/ detection, research) Event will be held on the UOP campus (intermural field on Brookside Road) We are encouraging UOP students/ faculty/ staff to form teams and go out to walk and raise money for their team Also encouraging the community to come out to walk Facts on Relay for Life: Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society’s signature activity. It offers everyone in a community an opportunity to participate in the fight against cancer. Teams of people camp out at a local high school, park, or fairground and take turns walking or running around a track or path. Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event. Relays are an overnight event, up to 24 hours in length. Why Relay? "We are looking for volunteers to drive cancer patients to and from their treatment appointments. If you're interested call 1-800-ACS-2345" *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Sierra Vista Child & Family Services Friday, April 24, 2009 Enjoy a beautiful day golfing at Turlock Golf and Country Club, while supporting abused, neglected and emotionally disturbed children and families in crisis. Entry fee includes Lunch, Golf Cart, Player Gifts, Awards, On-Course Food & Beverages and Dinner. Noon Shotgun Start Saturday, June 20, 2009 The 4th Annual Modesto Star Touring Chapter 294 Poker Run was a huge success. For information on the 5th Annual Poker Run please call: Gerald at 209-324-1924 or Barry Brannon at 209-380-2589 Sierra Vista Child & Family Services is a private, non-profit agency that has been helping abused, neglected and emotionally disturbed children and families in crisis in California's Central Valley since 1972. We offer a variety of community based counseling and family support services in various locations including Modesto, Oakdale, Patterson, Hughson, Merced and Turlock. Sierra Vista Child & Family Services foster family program matches children with stable foster families and the adoption program provides permanency planning and placement for children who are available for adoption. Trisha Sales HoodRoc Productions 1st Annual Dance Crew Competition Thursday, April 9th, 2009 Multi-Cultural Center Friday, May 1st, 2009 Merced High School Racquel Miranda Phone: (209) 769-2137 *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Women's Center of San Joaquin County Women’s Center to Hold 2nd Annual Walk A Mile in Her Shoes®: Saturday, April 18, 2009, the Women’s Center of San Joaquin County will host its 2nd Annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes® Men’s March at Sherwood Mall in Stockton. Courageous men will don women’s pumps and will literally walk a mile to protest rape, sexual assault and gender violence. Proceeds from this event will help to support the Women’s Center’s sexual assault services. For registration and pledge forms, and to learn more about the event, please call the Women’s Center at (209) 941-2611 or visit www.womenscenterofsjc.com and click on the red shoe icon. Sponsorships are available. Please contact the Development Department at (209) 467-2334 more information on sponsorship opportunities. Joelle Gomez Domestic Violence 24-Hour Hotline:(209) 465-4848 Safavi Institute of Cosmetology Car Show Rosemary Safavi *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Delta Humane Society & S.P.C.A. *Doggie Dash Festival 2009 The Doggie Dash Festival raised over $29,500 last year for the Delta Humane Society & S.P.C.A. This year's event will be held on June 6th at Victory Park located in Stockton, California off Pershing Avenue. Registration will begin at 9:00am and the walk will start shortly after. Early registration fee is $20 and event day registration will be $25. Pet contests will take place in the following categories: Best Kisser, Pet-Owner Look-a-Like, Best Pet Trick, Most Unique pet, Most Obedient Pet and Obstacle Course. In addition there will be a Pet Model Runway Contest so dress up your pet and see if you win. Haven of Peace - Celebrating 50 years of service! *Pancake Breakfast @ the Shelter *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Help Send Kids to Science Camp! "The doctors and staff of Midtown Optometry are fully committed to you and your family's total eye health and vision wellness. We provide state of the art eye care and the finest eyewear products available in an atmosphere of uncompromised service, value and friendliness." *Convenient online appointment scheduling available* Dr. Derron Lee "At Midtown Optometry, Your Family is Our Family" Military & Veterans get FREE Tax Preparation! Tax Prep for Military & Veterans the week of March 18th-25th Cell Phones for Soldiers: The March of Dimes is about all babies-those Ken Wu Non-Military? Get help today! TEXT "WAVE" to 21040 *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* Boys and Girls Club of Manteca & Lathrop March 22-28, 2009: National Boys & Girls Club Week April 18th, 2009 - 6pm to 12am: Spring Fling Barn Dance May 8th, 2009: Golf Tournament - Open and Co-ed Flights May 23rd, 2009: Hall of Fame for Boys and Girls Club $12 a year for membership! Boys and Girls Club Boys and Girls Club Jonathon Cardoza Stockton Shelter for the Homeless Kids in a Box Nine Ways You Can Help Kirs Smith *IN THE PAST WE TALKED TO...* American Red Cross-San Joaquin Cou, nty Chapter Training Location : Janine Brown Inquire about our "Rock the Red Cross Tour" held the 3rd Wednesday of Family & Youth Services of San Joaquin County Event information: "Rebuilding Together" along with the Pepsi Bottling Company. A 2 day event where volunteers are coming to our shelter for the opportunity to be a part of the effort to create a safe and healthy shelter for our youth. Volunteers will be helping us with an "extreme makeover" of our shelter which will include painting, re flooring, and other maintenance activities. Those who wish to volunteer their time or materials on Saturday, March 21 may do so by contacting Jennifer Jones at the below contact numbers. Those who wish to volunteer their time/materials on Sunday, March 22 may do so by going to www.rebuildingtogethersacramento.org. On this site they will find the link to the Pepsi non-profit Project and there is a volunteer sign up form. The event will be located at the Safe House shelter and the address is 436 East Flora Street, Stockton CA 95202. The event will be both days from about 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Jennifer Jones Don't forget about our Family Crisis Line *LAST WEEK WE TALKED TO...* Boys and Girls Club of Manteca & Lathrop March 22-28, 2009: National Boys & Girls Club Week April 18th, 2009 - 6pm to 12am: Spring Fling Barn Dance May 8th, 2009: Golf Tournament - Open and Co-ed Flights May 23rd, 2009: Hall of Fame for Boys and Girls Club $12 a year for membership! Boys and Girls Club Boys and Girls Club Jonathon Cardoza Stockton Shelter for the Homeless Kids in a Box Nine Ways You Can Help Kirs Smith *TWO WEEKS WE TALKED TO...* American Red Cross-San Joaquin County Chapter CPR SATURDAY - Adult CPR Only Training Location : $5 Materials Fee Janine Brown Inquire about our "Rock the Red Cross Tour" held the 3rd Wednesday of Family & Youth Services of San Joaquin County Event information: "Rebuilding Together" along with the Pepsi Bottling Company. A 2 day event where volunteers are coming to our shelter for the opportunity to be a part of the effort to create a safe and healthy shelter for our youth. Volunteers will be helping us with an "extreme makeover" of our shelter which will include painting, re flooring, and other maintenance activities. Those who wish to volunteer their time or materials on Saturday, March 21 may do so by contacting Jennifer Jones at the below contact numbers. Those who wish to volunteer their time/materials on Sunday, March 22 may do so by going to www.rebuildingtogethersacramento.org. On this site they will find the link to the Pepsi non-profit Project and there is a volunteer sign up form. The event will be located at the Safe House shelter and the address is 436 East Flora Street, Stockton CA 95202. The event will be both days from about 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Jennifer Jones Don't forget about our Family Crisis Line |
