Connections

Throughout the month of April, Connections staff wore blue ribbons in support of Child Abuse Prevention Month. Since 1989, the blue ribbon has remained a symbol of child abuse awareness and prevention.

If you think a child has suffered from abuse, call the toll-free Child Abuse Hotline: (800) 331-1585

The GEO Reentry team organized an assortment of Easter goodies for Probation clients at Connections. Throughout the day, clients taking group classes were invited to make Easter goody bags for themselves or loved ones and decorate cookies. Thank you, GEO Group!

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Staff at Connections participated in to raise awareness for human trafficking. Every year, January is a time to collectively acknowledge the impacts of human trafficking around the world and in our communities.

The Tulare County Job Fair will take place at the Visalia Convention Center.

Have you thought about how you will get there?

Check out www.tularecountyjobs.com to find out about parking, bus routes and more.

Learn English as a second language! Visalia Adult School offers ESL classes designed for limited English proficient students to learn to speak, read, and write in the English language. All classes are open entry/open exit. Instructors use a variety of instructional methods to accommodate all learning styles. Classes are designed to help students obtain a job, become more involved in children’s education, learn to communicate family health needs, become involved in community activities, and learn citizenship skills.

Classes are held on Mondays and Wednesdays at Connections from 10:15 AM to Noon. For more information, visit the following link: https://vas.vusd.org/httpsvasvusdorgprogramsprogramsprograms/english-as-a-second-language

This weekend we honor those who lost their lives while serving in the U.S. Military. Their bravery and service will forever be remembered. In observance of Memorial Day, our offices will be closed on May 29th, 2023.

Talk with staff from Visalia Adult School! Hours and services are as follows:

Mondays | 10AM - 4:30PM HiSet Program (High School Equivalency & High School Diploma Classes)
Tuesdays | 1PM - 4:30PM HiSet Program (High School Equivalency & High School Diploma Classes)
Wednesdays | 1PM - 4:30PM HiSet Program (High School Equivalency & High School Diploma Classes)
Thursdays | 2PM - 4PM | Register for Classes

Come into Connections and get more information about our community partners. We offer the following at Connections:

- Job & Resume Assistance
- Substance Use Services
- Work & Training Programs
- Mental Health Services
- Homeless Resources
- Educational Services

Call us at (559) 608-9325 or visit our website at https://tc-connections.community/

Happy Mother's Day from our Connections' Moms! We wish you a wonderful day whether you spend it with your mother, grandmother, aunt, and/or loved one. 🌸✨

Here are some classes happening tomorrow (Friday) at Connections:

- Champions Youth Services Counseling (Matrix Anger Management) hosted from 4PM to 5PM.
- Alliant-Theft Awareness Class (By Referral) hosted from 10AM to 4:30PM (2 Classes).
- Cooperative Parenting and Divorce Class (Spanish) hosted from 3:30PM to 4:30PM.
- Women of Empowerment Peer Support Group (Spanish) hosted from 10:30AM to 12:30PM.
- Turning Point/Visalia Youth Services Counseling (By Referral) hosted from 8AM to 4:30PM.

For more information, please call us at (559) 608-9325.

Join the Sequoia Family Medical Center and Tule River Parkway Association for a 5K run on April 29th at the Porterville Sports Complex. All proceeds benefit the Tule River Parkway Association which focuses on rebuilding the native wildlife of the Tule River Corridor.

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sequoia-arbor-day-5k-health-fair-tickets-508034694447

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the American Red Cross is offering immediate financial assistance for those who need help recovering and whose primary residences were destroyed or sustained eligible damage as a result of the 2023 California storms and floods.

To be eligible for Red Cross immediate financial assistance, households must apply for the program and must meet all the following requirements:
- Applicant’s pre-disaster primary residence (renter or homeowner) is located in a confirmed disaster-impacted geographic area.
- Applicant is the head of household and not listed on any other Red Cross assistance application related to the California storms and floods.
- Applicant’s primary residence was destroyed or suffered eligible structural damage.
- Eligible damage is indicated by significant structural damage to a residence that requires extensive repairs. This may include substantial failure of the roof, walls, or foundation, or a water line above 18 inches.
- A residence that is destroyed is one that is a total loss or with damage so extensive that repair is not feasible.
- Primary applicant’s identity and proof of residence details were verified.

For more information, call 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767).

Jesse Shields, a tree trimmer in Porterville, was forced from his home by the torrential rains and the floods that followed in March. Shelters remain open in Tulare County as people in some communities still can’t go home because their neighborhoods are cut off by rising rivers.

A warm meal and a safe roof over your head are what people need. Shields has been staying at the American Red Cross shelter at Porterville College for more than a week. “I’m really thankful,” he said about the accommodations. And he also commented about the meals, “the food has been great. I really appreciate it.” We're honored to help. ⛑️

More details about our response and how you can help ➡️ https://rdcrss.org/3mJQxB5

We hope everyone is having a wonderful Easter!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Have a wonderful and safe day!

Happy Pi Day!! What Pi are you eating today? 🧐

Happy International Women's Day from some of our women at Connections!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California

On behalf of our partners at Connections, Happy President’s Day! We will be back open tomorrow.

Our partner Champions, hosted a Thinking for a Change Facilitator Training. It was great seeing such a large group use the space for such a meaningful purpose.

Happy Valentine's Day from Connections and our wonderful community partners. 💞

According to Punxsutawney Phil we are getting 6 more weeks of winter. Happy Groundhog Day!

Get assistance with public services, employment, education, and life skills all in one place! Our partners are ready to help you.

Check out our community calendar. ⬇️
https://tc-connections.community/event-calendar/

Have a happy and safe New Year! We wish you and your loved ones a wonderful holiday. Please keep in mind, we will be closed on Jan. 2nd in observation of the new year.

Connections has over 13 community partners offering services at no-cost. Check out our community calendar to view partner hours and dates. ⬇️

https://tc-connections.community/event-calendar/

Today is Pearl Harbor Day of Remembrance. Today we remember the over 2,400 U.S. military members and civilians souls lost on December 7, 1941. The attack on Pear Harbor only lasted about an hour and fifteen minutes, but we will forever remember the lives we lost and the events leading us into World War II.

It's in our name! Connections is a great place to foster community. You will often find our staff working alongside partners in our many working spaces.

December is a busy month. Check out our community calendar. ⬇️

https://tc-connections.community/event-calendar/

Donating blood saves lives! Join us TOMORROW afternoon.

We are excited to host a blood drive site for Battle of the Badges on Nov. 30th, from 11:30AM to 3PM, in the Probation HQ parking lot (3241 West Noble Avenue, Visalia, CA).

This is a friendly competition among law enforcement and first responders, as we strive to give back and help fulfill the valley’s blood supply. If you are interested in donating blood, you may sign-up at the link below. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Reserve your spot ➡️ https://www.donateblood.org/event/tulare-county-probation/

Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for our partners and wonderful community. 🙌

Thank you to all the men and women who have served this country. We are honored to have many staff and members of our community who have served with pride and strength. Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸

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