Ventura County has set up a mobile COVID-19 testing unit at Ventura Community Park at 901 Kimball Road. The site will be open on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. during the month of December. Testing is free and there is no appointment or insurance needed. To learn more and view other testing locations, […]
Gold Coast Health Plan is offering a free workshop for members over age 18 with chronic health conditions. A chronic health condition is one that lasts for a long time, such as arthritis, diabetes, heart condition, depression, obesity, pain and more. The workshop can teach you how to control and manage your symptoms. Workshops will […]
(en español a continuación) On Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, the City of Oxnard’s temporary COVID-19 Rental Assistance program will publish its online application at www.oxnard.org/city-department/housing. Households with an annual income of 50% of the Area Median Income, or less, with past due rent from September 2020 to January 2021 because of COVID-19 related difficulties are […]
(en español a continuación) CaringBridge is a nonprofit that offers a free website for sharing health updates (illness, injury, pregnancy complications or other information) and rallying around loved ones that you can create for yourself or someone else in less than 5 minutes. The website and app give you the tools you need to keep […]
Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, from 11 a.m.-noon. Social media platforms are great tools for sharing information directly with consumers, including COVID-19 guidance that people can use to protect themselves, their families, households, and their communities. However, if social media content is not accessible or does not take the needs of people with disabilities in mind, […]
Free online meditation from 8:30-9:30 a.m., each Wednesday, Jan. 20 & 27, 2021. Meditation has many proven benefits for older adults including sounder sleep, reduced stress, and sharper memory and focus. It is known to enhance digestion, regulate moods/emotions, and promote a relaxed and peaceful state – all of which contribute to an improved quality […]
The National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) Ventura offers a range of free online support programs for individuals, families, and loved ones of those struggling with mental wellness. NAMI Family Support Groups Care & Share family support groups provide support, education, advocacy and information to family members and friends of those suffering with severe mental […]
(en español a continuación) Food Share, which oversees food pantries and drive-through food distribution across Ventura County, has a new app for finding where food is available. Visit Google Play or the App Store and download the app for Food Share of Ventura County. Then use the new Find Food Now! map to find food […]
As this pandemic continues, it’s understandable that many individuals may feel stressed, depressed, anxiety, and overwhelming worry about the unknown in the future. Ventura County Behavioral Health encourages anyone who is feeling these symptoms and feel like they need some kind of help to call the VCBH Crisis Team Hotline, where trained professionals are waiting […]
Be prepared in the event of an unexpected power outage. Get a free, clean-energy backup battery to operate your medical device during an outage. And, should the power outage be an emergency that requires you to evacuate, this portable, temporary power may help while you relocate to safety. Be Prepared for an Emergency Flyer (English & […]