Ofelia Alvarez: 39 Years at Morton Bakar Center!

Ofelia Alvarez: 39 Years at Morton Bakar Center!

The treatment facility's staff is just as important as the facility itself. Housekeeping Supervisor Ofelia Alvarez has been working at Morton Bakar Center for 39 years and counting. She is one of the longest-serving staff members at Î÷¹ÏÊÓƵ and one of the few remaining original employees at Morton Bakar Center.

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A Fond Farewell to Therapy Dog Tucker

A Fond Farewell to Therapy Dog Tucker

There's something special about therapy dogs that makes them irreplaceable. They provide comfort in moments of distress and are always there to give us a furry hug when we need it most. It was an emotional day at Sacramento ARISE and EMPOWER as the team said goodbye to their beloved therapy dog, Tucker.

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Central Coast Team Building Bowling

Central Coast Team Building Bowling

Some Î÷¹ÏÊÓƵ programs had a great team-building event recently! This event was special because all the Î÷¹ÏÊÓƵ Ventura programs (VISTA, VOICE, , Camarillo Casas) and Agnes Ave and Carmen Lane in Santa Barbara participated. That's a total of nine programs coming together for some fantastic team bonding!

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La Casa PHF CHEI Committee's Culture Conversations

La Casa PHF CHEI Committee's Culture Conversations

La Casa Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) commits itself to a culture of inclusion that values diversity. This environment is essential to providing quality care for all its patients. The facility strives to celebrate the unique contributions of all its employees and is determined to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported.

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TAO Central Has Its First Annual Juneteenth Celebration

TAO Central Has Its First Annual Juneteenth Celebration

The first annual event at Î÷¹ÏÊÓƵ's TAO Central was a great success! Over 50 members attended and enjoyed the celebration. Alejandra Gomez, peer support specialist, created a collage of events that walked staff and members through time, starting from the beginning to the moment . Janisha Vargas, case manager II, presented to the staff and members. It was insightful and helped everyone understand the holiday and its significance.

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Cypress House Spirit Week Celebrates Pride and Juneteenth

Cypress House Spirit Week Celebrates Pride and Juneteenth

Î÷¹ÏÊÓƵ's  in Oakley, CA, recently dedicated its spirit week to honoring and . This celebration is a great way to show support for the black and LGBTQIA+ communities and promote unity. Cypress House halls were adorned with Juneteenth and Pride decorations to support both events. Juneteenth and Pride are noteworthy events that are worth celebrating!

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