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2-1-1 San Diego County-wide Resource Directory
https://211sandiego.org/

East Region HHSA Administration
https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/hhsa/regional_admin/east.html

East County San Diego Resources
https://ecassist.org/

San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency, Behavioral Health Services
https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/hhsa/programs/bhs.html

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Substance Use & Overdose Prevention Taskforce

Binge and Underage Drinking Initiative Status Report

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The Institute for Public Strategies has been working with the Grossmont Union High School District to bring our Journey of Your Mind workshop to the students involved in their Health Pathways programs. This workshop addresses various public health topics from mental health, substance misuse, and even careers in the Public Health field. Read more about it in this month's East County Magazine: www.eastcountymagazine.org/advancing-healthy-communities-journey-your-mind-understanding-substanc... ... See MoreSee Less

ADVANCING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES: JOURNEY OF YOUR MIND: UNDERSTANDING SUBSTANCE MISUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH | East County Magazine

www.eastcountymagazine.org

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Read about ending the stigma, where to access resources, and more in this month's East County Magazine: ... See MoreSee Less

ADVANCING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES: PROMOTE WELLNESS DURING MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH AND END STIGMA | East County Magazine

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Last Friday IPS East had the honor of recognizing the Revitalize Broadway Lemon Grove community coalition at the Binge and Underage Drinking Initiative Learning Luncheon.Congratulations again for all the work you have accomplished in just a little over a year! The coalition has made great strides towards increasing positive community engagement on the corridor, building relationships with the businesses on Broadway, and beautification. IPS East is excited to see the continued work of the coalition and its impacts on the community. 🍋💚 ... See MoreSee Less

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Public Health nonprofit working alongside the communities of East County San Diego as "partners in change". 🤝🌎
Youth Coalition: @eastcountyyc

WALKING UNIVERSITY ASSESSMENT Join IPS East with WALKING UNIVERSITY ASSESSMENT 

Join IPS East with the La Mesa Community Collaborative  as we walk from La Mesa Dale Elementary School, out and down either direction of University Ave in La Mesa to identify drug and alcohol harm, blight, walkability issues, and opportunities for community improvement to share with decision makers!

Date: June 28, 2025  Time: 9-10 am
Location: Meet in front of La Mesa Dale

Please contact eastcounty@publicstrategies.org to sign up or for additional questions.
Last Friday IPS East had the honor of recognizing Last Friday IPS East had the honor of recognizing the Revitalize Broadway Lemon Gove community coalition at the Binge and Underage Drinking Initiative Learning Luncheon.

Congratulations again for all the work you have accomplished in just a little over a year! The coalition has made great strides towards increasing positive community engagement on the corridor, building relationships with the businesses on Broadway, and beautification.  IPS East is excited to see the continued work of the coalition and its impacts on the community. 🍋💚
Have fun but stay safe! Always keep an eye on your Have fun but stay safe! Always keep an eye on your drink and if you’re unsure if it has been tampered with, test it or toss it! 💊🚫🥃 #alcoholawarenessmonth
You’re invited to join IPS East at the BUDI Lear You’re invited to join IPS East at the BUDI Learning Luncheon! 

🗣️ The Binge and Underage Drinking Initiative will be hosting a panel discussion reviewing the Annual Status Report. 🧠

🍋 We will also be recognizing the Revitalize Broadway Lemon Grove coalition for their impactful work in their community! 🍋 

Please see flyer for event info and registration details.
Last week, three of our IPS employees completed th Last week, three of our IPS employees completed the training to become Resident Leadership Academy trainers themselves! Here's to making impactful change, starting with empowering community members themselves!🤝🗺️
🎉 It's National Drug & Alcohol Fact Week! 🚫💊 Let's spread knowledge and bust myths! 💡 Stay informed, make smart choices, and have fun in a healthy way! 😎✨
Let's celebrate the amazing contributions of women Let's celebrate the amazing contributions of women in East County and around the world this Women’s History Month! 💖✨ Your strength, talent, and resilience inspire us all. 🌟👑 #WomensHistoryMonth 💪💕
Black history is too big for just one month! 💡📚 As February ends, let’s remember to celebrate Black excellence, resilience, and culture ALL year long. ✊🏾✨
The Casa de Oro Alliance invites members of the co The Casa de Oro Alliance invites members of the community who have been affected by flooding to a "Community Dialogue" to help bring the community together and build resilience.

This event is co-sponsored by the Spring Valley Community Alliance, San Diego Youth Services, and Dr. Allison Brownlee at Stronger Together Community Services.

Location: San Diego Youth Services
3845 Spring Dr, Spring Valley, CA 91977

Please RSVP to reserve your spot: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetzhkICpT9uau4EuR9XlF1dwK_ELfQF9lTz_XVvMcbY8hoSw/viewform
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