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How Trauma Impacts Black Communities And Police Officers Psychologically
Forbes, July 13, 2016
The recent violence, police shootings of black men, the attack on police officers and the 24/7 media coverage have left me feeling as though there’s a dead weight tied around my heart. No longer are we confined to news consumption through the evening news or the morning paper. We’re constantly bombarded with news from social media—Twitter and Facebook, just to name a few.
Nine Ways to Respond to a Traumatic Event to Improve Emotional Recovery
April 27, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Mary Ann Conover
760-809-0056
Nine Ways to Respond to a Traumatic Event to Improve Emotional Recovery
San Bernardino, CA – People are concerned that a traumatic event could happen without warning at work, school or public place. The recent shootings on college campuses and the San Bernardino County Inland Regional Center have taken away a general sense of security. “Our best emotional defense is to know how to help ourselves and others when tragedy strikes. I have seen the results of untreated trauma,” says Nancy K. Bohl-Penrod, PhD, who has been dispatched to many critical incidents, including the San Bernardino terrorist attack on December 2, 2015, to provide mental health services to first responders and citizens. “Left untreated, emotional trauma can surface as symptoms of posttraumatic stress, including anxiety and depression,” says Dr. Bohl-Penrod.
North County LifeLine Earns National Certification From Points of Light
March 26, 2015
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Shannon Stubblefield
760-842-6257
Mary Ann Conover
760-809-0056
North County LifeLine Earns National Certification From Points of Light
Vista, CA – “I’m a fan of our volunteers, says, Donald Stump, Executive Director for North County Lifeline. They give so much − we believe it is our duty to be good stewards of their time. The Service Enterprise Certification bolsters our confidence that we are providing the most fulfilling and worthwhile experience for them.” Volunteers will celebrate this certification on Tuesday, April 14, from 12:00 to 1:30, at Lifeline’s Vista campus at 200 Michigan Avenue.
As defined by the Points of Light, this certification recognizes organizations, which leverage volunteers and achieve an effective volunteer management model. Volunteer Coordinator, Melissa Alcazar, refers to volunteers as the pillar of North County Lifeline. “We work to foster a meaningful work environment just as we do for employees. Volunteers receive structured training, mentoring and evaluations. They are encouraged to evaluate us as well,” added Alcazar.
Magical Evening Planned for September 5, 2014
August 6, 2014
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Mary Ann Conover
760-809-0056
Lauren Jane Stephenson
760-757-3500
Magical Evening Planned for September 5, 2014
Women’s Resource Center of Oceanside Celebrates 40 years of Service
Raises funds to care for victims of domestic violence.
Oceanside, CA – The Women’s Resource Center will be celebrating 40 years of service, on Friday, September 5, at the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center, at 1580 Cannon Rd, in Carlsbad. The public is invited to attend the Annual Magical Evening, from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $100 in advance and $110 at the door. Money raised during this evening of food, music, and beverage tasting, will go directly to services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. WRC programs include transitional family housing, emergency shelter, counseling and life skills training.
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Intervention Training Begins September 13th
July 18, 2014
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Mary Ann Conover
760-809-0056 or
Lauren Jane Stephenson
760-757-3500
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Intervention Training Begins September 13th.
Women’s Resource Center, trains volunteers for hotline – and sexual assault response team.
Oceanside, CA – An intensive 60-hour training for hotline volunteers will start on Saturday, September 13th, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30: p.m., at the Women’s Resource Center in Oceanside, 1963 Apple Street. The Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Intervention course will run four Saturdays (all day), and every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings from 6:00 – 9:30 p.m., in September. “How we respond to victims of domestic violence can determine their next choice to seek safety from their abusers,” says Arnita Moore, Community Education Specialist. To register and schedule an interview, volunteers may call 760-757-3500. Ext. 135.