*** ORDEN DEL OFICIAL DE SALUD PARA EL CONTROL DEL VIRUS COVID-19 DIRIGIENDO A LAS PERSONAS VULNERABLES VIVIENDO EN EL CONDADO PARA TOMAR REFUGIO EN SU LUGAR DE RESIDENCIA, RESTRICIONES DE CIERTOS NEGOCIOS, ENTRE OTROS ORDENES FECHA DEL ORDEN:…
VENTURA COUNTY — There are now 13 cases of COVID-19 in Ventura County. 1 was confirmed by the CDC and 12 were presumptive. As of today we will not be reporting presumptive positive cases. They will be counted as positive cases.…
5 Community Transmission Cases Announced VENTURA — Ventura County Public Health has confirmed five new presumptive positive cases of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). These cases have an unidentified source of exposure. They are considered community transmission cases. Public health is completing…
CAMARILLO — With the health and well-being of students and employees as the University’s highest priority, CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) will postpone the May 23rd Commencement ceremony to another date later in the calendar year. “I am sorely disappointed that we…
March 18, 2020 The developments over the last week regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) are rapidly evolving. While county, state, and federal agencies take the lead to address the public health-related concerns related to the virus, our office is also working…
CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) is accelerating efforts to keep students, staff, and faculty safe from coronavirus (COVID-19) by taking further steps to create social distance. Although there have been zero presumptive or confirmed cases of COVID-19 within the CSUCI…
VENTURA COUNTY — In alignment with Ventura County’s activation of emergency operations related to COVID-19, VCAS will limit services to those that are essential to operation and limit casual visits to both the Camarillo and Simi Valley shelters. Animal Control…
United Way of Ventura County Mobilizing 2-1-1 Volunteer Corps In Response to COVID-19 Pandemic As the nation responds to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, United Way of Ventura County (UWVC) is actively recruiting community members for the 2-1-1 Volunteer Corps. Community…
VENTURA COUNTY — The Coalition for Family Harmony, which provides victims of family violence in Ventura County with the means to help escape from abuse, will continue to offer services to the community using modified communication and counseling techniques during…
Please save tests for those in critical need VENTURA — The Ventura County Public Health Department today announced increased efforts in the County’s response to COVID-19. “We anticipate more cases and increased community spread as more cases are reported in…
Santa Barbara County has our first confirmed case of COVID-19 (“Coronavirus”) in North County. The individual is being quarantined in their home. The case is believed to be from community transmission. We have been made aware of the case due…
CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) has announced that classes are canceled March 16-19. The decision was made out of an abundance of caution and in response to local K-12 school closures and the Governor’s announcement asking seniors to self-quarantine at…
VENTURA COUNTY — The Ventura County Certified Farmers’ Market Association (VCCFMA) is committed to maintaining its four farmers markets as a vital food facility and local food source during this time of uncertainty with the spread of COVID-19. As a result,…
AGOURA — In accordance with local health department recommendations, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley (BGCGCV) have decided to postpone the 17th Annual Superstars of the Year Celebration scheduled for Sunday, March 22. The BGCGCV will announce a…
SANTA BARBARA — In light of the recent developments with the COVID-19 in Santa Barbara County and in accordance with the CDC and State of California, the Santa Barbara Museum of Art has made the decision to close to the public…
UPDATE: With the continued expansion of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the safety of the public in mind, the Channel Islands Harbor has decided to cancel the 23rd Annual Celebration of the Whales event, scheduled for Sunday, March 22, 2020. According…
The Santa Paula Art Museum will be closed through March 31. For the health and safety of our staff, volunteers, and community, and in support of public health directives, the Santa Paula Art Museum will be closed through March 31.…
Community support will be more important than ever SAN LUIS OBISPO — During the COVID-19 pandemic, RISE will continue to provide caring, compassionate services to survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence. Unfortunately, due to concerns related to the spread…
VENTURA — The Ventura County Public Health Department (on March 12) declared a local health emergency in response to 1) increased spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) across the country 2) in alignment with the Governor of California’s Declared State of…
CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) has announced that it will begin to transition to virtual instruction following its spring break. The campus continues to remain safe and there are zero presumptive and no confirmed cases of COVID-19 on or related…
Closures to Begin Monday, March 16 VENTURA COUNTY — After careful consideration and consultation with Ventura County Public Health, all school districts in Ventura County have decided to close their schools for a limited period in response to the coronavirus.…
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY — Santa Barbara County K-12 Public Schools including the Santa Maria Joint Union High School District have decided to close all schools from Wednesday (March 18) through Friday (April 3) due to the COVID-19 situation changing rapidly.…
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Dear Friends & Colleagues, Despite our wishes to remain open during this time MCASB must put the health and safety of our visitors, colleagues, and staff first. Following guidelines from local and national health…
SANTA BARBARA – Hospice of Santa Barbara (HSB) has been actively monitoring the Coronavirus situation. HSB has developed an organization-wide response and mitigation plan. As this situation continues to evolve, they will adjust the plan accordingly. The SB County Public…
Please see our important event updates below. Premiere Party: Inspiration and Influence [POSTPONED] In light of current guidance related to COVID-19, the Santa Paula Art Museum has decided to postpone the premiere reception for Inspiration and Influence scheduled for Saturday,…
Health Plan Report Accessible Via Phones, Tablets, Lap and Desktops, in both English and Spanish SANTA BARBARA — CenCal Health, the publicly-sponsored health plan for Medi-Cal in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, announced today the release of its 2019 Community Report. The…
2nd presumptive positive case reported. Individuals at higher risk of severe illness urged to take precautions VENTURA — A second travel related COVID-19 case has been reported in Ventura County. The traveler returned from a trip to Italy, became symptomatic and…
There is very new and important information on COVID-19 (“Coronavirus”). California Governor Newsom and the California Department of Public Health announced that large gatherings that include 250 people or more should be postponed or canceled. Smaller gatherings held in venues…
March 10, 2020 UPDATE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed that the only presumptive positive case in Ventura County is positive. The patient remains in home quarantine. There have been 34 people tested, 1 positive case and…
SIMI VALLEY — The Simi Valley Family YMCA is taking signups for “Safety Around Water” (SAW). The one-week program will be held March 23 through March 26 during spring break. SAW is designed to teach children water safety and basic…
VENTURA – One presumptive positive case of the novel coronavirus has been confirmed by the Ventura County Public Health Lab. Secondary confirmation is pending from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The patient had traveled on the Grand…
VENTURA — In the face of a significant increase in the numbers of confirmed cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in mainland China and other Countries, many Ventura County residents are understandably worried and fearful. The Ventura County Department of Public Health…
Our thoughts are with all who have been impacted by the recent outbreak of COVID-19. As business owners and leaders it is important to remain informed and prepared as this outbreak continues to impact our local and global communities. The…
UPDATE: During the COVID-19 pandemic, RISE will continue to provide caring, compassionate services to survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence. Unfortunately, due to concerns related to the spread of the Coronavirus, RISE is cancelling the inaugural “RISE Up SLO County”…
VENTURA COUNTY — Go to http://www.vcnewschannel.com/coronavirus-information for the latest information from the County of Ventura on the Coronavirus. Recent Posts Feb. 24, 2020 – Statement from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on potential use of Naval Base Ventura County…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), working closely with the Department of Defense and other federal partners, is taking all reasonable steps to address an evolving public health emergency. As part of that effort,…
VENTURA COUNTY — Clinicas invites the Ventura County Community to join them for a Dental Health Fair taking place Saturday, February 29th from 10am-2pm, at Haycox Elementary School located at 5400 Perkins Rd in the city of Oxnard. Clinicas will be…
Local Community Organizing team seeks input to help guide its efforts to reduce sexual assault and dating abuse. SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — RISE and Stand Strong are partnering with The Sock Drawer to showcase local youth artwork during the…
SANTA BARBARA — The American Heart Association’s (AHA), the leading voluntary health organization devoted to a world of longer, healthier lives, held its 2020 Santa Barbara County Go Red for Women Luncheon on Friday, February 14 at the Hilton Santa Barbara…
VENTURA — The Ventura County Public Health Department has received negative results from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding a possible case of the novel coronavirus in Ventura County. There are no confirmed cases or pending cases of the…
VENTURA — The Ventura County Public Health Department continues to take steps to prevent the spread of 2019 novel coronavirus. The health and wellbeing of the community remains Public Health’s top priority. In Ventura County, as in counties across the…
CAMARILLO — The Ventura County Community College District has received a $500,000 State Chancellor’s Office Mental Health Grant to help close the gap in mental health services for its approximately 32,000 students. VCCCD is one of 16 Districts in the…
Physician Executive Farid Hassanpour Joins Health Plan on Central Coast CENTRAL COAST — CenCal Health, the publicly-sponsored health plan for Medi-Cal in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, announces the appointment of Farid Hassanpour, D.O., M.B.A., F.A.A.P. to its…
The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women® movement urges women to take action to take action to reduce their personal risk for cardiovascular disease SANTA BARBARA — The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart…
OXNARD — The City of Oxnard understands that some residents may be concerned about the recent outbreak of the novel coronavirus. The novel coronavirus is a newly discovered virus that causes respiratory illness and is believed to have originated in Wuhan,…
Click here for the entire e-newsletter OXNARD — Bilingual report: Visión y Compromiso seeking project coordinator for Ventanilla de Salud at Consulado de México in Oxnard. *** Estimados amigos: Visión y Compromiso, agencia fiscal de la Ventanilla de Salud en…
FEBRUARY 2020 Make a Donation Visit our Website Click the image above for more information and to purchase tickets! The Importance of Caregiver Care By Naomi Edwards Program Specialist, Friendship Center Montecito One of the most rewarding, yet challenging, jobs…
VENTURA — The Ventura County Public Health Department (VCPH) is working closely with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to prepare for and respond to the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak. There have been reports of two possible cases in Ventura…
VENTURA COUNTY — Firefighter Robby, Ventura County’s favorite mascot, just launched his own video series in partnership with the Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD). The premiere of the new “Robby to the Rescue” video series can be viewed by visiting…
CENTRAL COAST — CenCal Health, the publicly-sponsored health plan for Medi-Cal in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, annually recognizes the work of local network physicians and healthcare centers through its Primary Care Providers (PCP) Incentive Top Performer Awards.…
