Category: Health

Through July 9 — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Bereavement Class – Writing to Heal

SANTA BARBARA — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Bereavement Class – Writing to HealA workshop using writing to heal the heart. No writing experience required. Presented by Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care, Santa Barbara. Six Mondays, through July 9 — 2:00 –…

July 14 — Hospice of Santa Barbara Offers “The Five Invitations Workshops” to the Community

SANTA BARBARA — Last weekend, Hospice of Santa Barbara had the pleasure of hosting the second of its Five Invitations Workshops, “Welcome Everything, Push Away Nothing.” Since May 19, Hospice of Santa Barbara’s Community Education and Engagement Series has been…

July 15 — Pastel Society of the Gold Coast to hold ‘Artist Reception’ in Thousand Oaks

THOUSAND OAKS — The Pastel Society of the Gold Coast invites you to the “Meet the Artists” reception on Sunday, July 15th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Thousand Oaks Community Gallery, 2331 Borchard Road, Newbury Park. There will be a…

July 24 — CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) to hold Information Sessions

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — CASA Information Sessions for July 2018 Tuesday, July 24, noon – CASA office, 75 Higuera Street, Suite 180, San Luis Obispo Learn more about volunteer opportunities at CASA of SLO County by attending an Information Session –become an…

Oxnard School District announces Summer Nutrition Program offered at select locations

OXNARD — The Oxnard School District’s Child Nutrition Services department will offer a Summer Nutrition program at five school sites and three community beginning on Monday, July 2, 2018 and ending on Friday, July 27, 2018. Studies show that children are…

Jackson Bill to Halt Trump’s Offshore Drilling Expansion Passes off Senate Floor. See more updates here

SACRAMENTO – State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) ’s legislation to thwart the Trump Administration’s efforts to expand federal oil drilling off the California coast passed off the Senate floor today on a 24 to 8 vote. Senate Bill 834 will ensure that pipelines…

Jackson Urges Congressional Courage to Stop Gun Violence

SJR 24 calls on Congress to reauthorize and strengthen the federal assault weapons ban and urges CalPERS to divest its gun holdings SACRAMENTO – A resolution by  State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara)  urging Congress to reauthorize and strengthen the federal assault weapons…

Limón Bill Ensures Accountability for Harm Caused by Lead-Based Paint

SACRAMENTO — Assembly Bill 2803, a bill by Assemblymember Monique Limón (D-Santa Barbara) which seeks to hold paint manufacturers accountable for harm caused by lead-based paint production, just  overcame a major legislative hurdle, passing the Assembly Floor on Monday, May 21st.…

Rabobank’s Brae Grensky to Serve as Chair of the 2018 Santa Barbara Heart Walk

Santa Barbara Heart & Stroke Walk/Run will take place on Saturday, September 29 SANTA BARBARA — Rabobank Assistant Vice President, Banking Services Manager Brae Grensky will serve as Chair of the American Heart Association’s 2018 Santa Barbara Heart & Stroke Walk/Run for the first…

Hospice of Santa Barbara Welcomes New Community Engagement Manager and Patient Care Services Outreach Coordinator

SANTA BARBARA — Hospice of Santa Barbara is pleased to welcome Jeanne West as its new Community Engagement Manager and Adriana Marroquin as Patient Care Services Outreach Coordinator. Jeanne West has nearly 50 years’ experience in the healthcare industry and…

Bilingual commentary: Secret of a Long Life

Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes local guest columns, letters to the editor and other submissions from our readers. All opinions expressed in submitted material are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of Amigos805. By David Magallanes •…

Jackson Applauds Fire Recovery and Prevention Funding in Governor’s May Revise

Governor’s Revised Budget dedicates funds to backfill property tax losses from Thomas Fire, and an additional $96 million for forest management SACRAMENTO –  State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara), , who represents the area that was devastated by the Thomas Fire and chairs the…

Moms will bring home newborns sporting red hats for a cause

The Children’s Heart Foundation Joins Forces with the American Heart Association Little Hats, Big Hearts Efforts in the Central Coast CENTRAL COAST — In honor of Mother’s Day, the American Heart Association and The Children’s Heart Foundation brings Little Hats,…

Florence Nightingale is Alive and Well at GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care

In honor of National Nurses Week from May 6th to May 12th, GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care is excited to highlight the contributions of Director of Resident Care Patricia Garcia CARPINTERIA — GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care nurse Patricia Garcia…

Hospice of Santa Barbara Hosts Compassionate Care of Carpinteria Community Breakfast

SANTA BARBARA — Hospice of Santa Barbara recently had the privilege of inviting its supporters and community members to its Compassionate Care of Carpinteria (CCC) Community Breakfast on April 26. Compassionate Care of Carpinteria is a new program that offers…

June — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Bereavement Class – Grief Walk & Talk

SANTA BARBARA — Join this easy-paced walking group that provides informal support as we walk together through grief. Presented by Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care, Santa Barbara. Fridays in May & June, 10:00 –11:00 AM Facilitated by Dairine Pearson, LCSW Call…

June — Livingston Memorial to present free community education classes

VENTURA COUNTY — As Ventura County’s only non-profit Home Health and Hospice provider, Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association supports the total well-being of our community. As part of our services, we host free monthly education classes throughout the county, which…

June 9 — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Bereavement Class – Heritage Potluck

SANTA BARBARA — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Bereavement Class – Heritage Potluck. Prepare your loved one’s favorite dish at home & join us for a special potluck in remembrance of those we have loved and lost. Presented by Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care, Santa…

June 19 — NAWBO Ventura County hosts “Clear the Smoke Around Marijuana in the Marketplace” an informative evening for employers and business owners

VENTURA COUNTY — Join NAWBO Ventura County (NAWBO VC) on Tuesday, June 19th at the Wedgewood Center, 901 Sterling Hills Drive, Camarillo from 5:30pm-8:00pm for a must-attend presentation about Proposition 64, the legalization of the recreational use of marijuana and…

Bilingual report: Camarillo Hospice announces General Bereavement Spanish Speaking Support Group

CAMARILLO — Camarillo Hospice, a program of Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association, is presenting a General Bereavement  Spanish Speaking Support Group Healing After the Loss of a Loved One.  Our Spanish Speaking Bereavement Support Group is open to anyone who has experienced a loss…

GranVida Sales Assistant Promoted to Director of Sales

GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care is Excited to Celebrate the Promotion of Sales Assistant Ashley Villarreal to Director of Sales CARPINTERIA — To further contribute to the ongoing success of GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care Community, Ashley Villarreal has…

May 14 — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Bereavement Class – Memory Pillow Workshop

SANTA BARBARA — A workshop to create a pillow using a favorite button-down shirt or blouse to honor your loved one. No sewing experience necessary.  Presented by Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care, Santa Barbara. Monday, 5/14, 1:30-3:30 PM *$10.00 materials fee requested. Facilitated…

Through May 19 — Clinicas del Camino Real Inc. celebrates 2018 National Women’s Health Week throughout Ventura County

VENTURA COUNTY — May 13-19th, Clinicas del Camino Real, Inc. will host events in honor of National Women’s Health Week! Women throughout Ventura County can visit any of the13 Clinicas Health Centers and participate in the FREE activities being offered.…

Through May 22 — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Bereavement Class – Loss of Spouse or Partner

SANTA BARBARA — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Bereavement Class – Loss of Spouse or Partner. Presented by Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care, Santa Barbara. Six Tuesdays, through May 22, 2:00 – 3:30 PM Facilitated by Dairine Pearson, LCSW Call 805.690.6201 or…

CenCal Health Ranks in Top 4 of California Health Plans on Timely Access To Care for Its Members

CENTRAL COAST — CenCal Health has ranked fourth among the 36 health plans in the State of California in providing timely access to health care services for its membership, as reported by the state Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC)…

FREE Community Education Classes and Events for April 2018

As Ventura County’s only non-profit Home Health and Hospice provider, Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association supports the total well-being of our community. As part of our services, we host free monthly education classes throughout the county, which include the following:…

April 2 — CSUCI will shine a blue light on autism

CAMARILLO — Los Angeles actor/singer George Steeves auditioned for ABC’s “American Idol” six times. Time after time, he didn’t make the cut, but he kept coming back. “This industry can be very heartbreaking,” Steeves, 29, said. “But that’s something about Asperger’s…

April 4 — Hospice of Santa Barbara to Host Open House Reception Showcasing Work of Longtime Resident and Artist

SANTA BARBARA — Hospice of Santa Barbara invites the community to view the work of Santa Barbara resident and artist David Glenn (Judd) Crouch at an open house reception to be held Wednesday, April 4 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. David’s artistic…

April 4 — Hospice of Santa Barbara Art Reception

SANTA BARBARA — Please join Hospice of Santa Barbara for an evening of art, poetry, live music and complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres at an open house reception showcasing the work of longtime Santa Barbara resident and artist David Glenn…

April 10 — The American Heart Association Hosts An Evening of “Pinot And Purses” To Raise Funds To Fight Cardiovascular Disease And Stroke

Donate a Gently Used Designer Purse Before April 6 and Receive a Free Ticket SANTA BARBARA — Pinot and purses, two of a girl’s best friends, will be combined for a fun-filled philanthropic evening benefitting the American Heart Association’s fight…

April 19 — Autism Conference for Families and Professionals Coming to Camarillo

CAMARILLO — Families and professionals who support young people affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can get valuable insights and strategies at a conference to be held in Camarillo on April 19. Participants will gain a greater understanding of strategies to…

April 20 — SBNC: Goleta Neighborhood Dental Clinic offering FREE DENTAL DAY to the Community!

SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics (SBNC) is teaming up with Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise and its charitable foundation and Santa Barbara-Ventura County Dental Care Foundation to offer the community a FREE Dental Day at our Goleta…

Hospice of Santa Barbara Receives Grief Reach Grant From the New York Life Foundation

SANTA BARBARA — Hospice of Santa Barbara announced today a $15,000 Grief Reach grant from the New York Life Foundation to support their Youth Bereavement Outreach Program, which provides on-campus counseling to secondary school students dealing with overwhelming feelings of…

CSUCI and the CSUCI Nursing program are recognized in two prominent surveys

CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) has been recognized on two national fronts. U.S. News & World Report has ranked CSUCI as 18th in the Top Public Schools category among Universities in the West. In addition, RegisteredNursing.Org has ranked CSUCI’s Nursing Program as the 12th best…

Bilingual report: Clinicas Del Camino Real Inc. is hosting a Dental Health Fair on Feb. 24 in honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month

OXNARD — February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. If you have a baby or toddler, you may have questions about thumb sucking, your child’s first dental visit or how and when to clean your child’s teeth. If so, on Saturday,…

TheraMind Center of Santa Barbara Introduces TMS Specialists

SANTA BARBARA — The TheraMind Center of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce their team of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) technicians. TMS is a non-invasive, safe and effective treatment option for people suffering from drug-resistant depression. It has also been…

United Way of Santa Barbara County Distributes $500,000 to Support Thomas Fire and Flood Recovery Efforts

SANTA BARBARA — United Way of Santa Barbara County (UWSBC) announced Feb. 16 that its Long Term Recovery Committee has selected 16 Santa Barbara County agencies to receive phase one funding from the United Way Thomas Fire and Flood Fund, a…

United Way to Distribute $1.5M to Assist Disaster Victims through April; Victim Applications Open

CENTRAL COAST — Disaster victims can apply for the next phase of relief funding through the United Way Thomas Fire and Flood Fund, which has grown to more than $3.7 million. Through April 30, United Way of Ventura County (UWVC)…

Services Available to Those Grieving a Loved One or Struggling with Life-Threatening Illness at Compassionate Care of Carpinteria

CARPINTERIA — For more than 40 years, Hospice of Santa Barbara has been privileged to support individuals in our community who are struggling with life-threatening illness or coping with the loss of a loved one. More recently, Hospice of Santa Barbara…