October Convening’s & Events

Posted on: October 6, 2014  |  Posted in: Community Blog

dv awareness monthOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In honor of this we will be hosting a Community Dialogue around “Child Abuse and Prevention”. The County of San Diego Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA), Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPCC), And Child Welfare Services (CWS) has partnered with Strategies and the San Diego Family Strengthening Network to bring Community Prevention dialogues to each of San Diego County’s regions. The details are below:North County Convening: Friday, October 10th from 10:00am – 12:00pm at Veteran’s Association of North County
Central County Convening: Friday, October 24th from 9:00am – 11:00am at United Way of San Diego.

Please see below for the dates and times of the October San Diego Military Family Collaborative convening’s and events.

October 10: North County Convening

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In honor of this we will be hosting a Community Dialogue around “Child Abuse and Prevention”. The County of San Diego Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA), Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPCC), And Child Welfare Services (CWS) has partnered with Strategies and the San Diego Family Strengthening Network to bring Community Prevention dialogues to each of San Diego County’s regions.

Here are the details:

Friday, October 10th from 10:00am – 12:00pm
Veterans Association of North County
1617 Mission Ave., Oceanside, CA, 92058
2nd Friday of each month 

Click here for the September North County meeting minutes. 

October 14: Military Transition: The Spouse Edition – ONLY 5 SPACES LEFT!!! 

This is a half-day workshop geared towards spouses whose service members are transitioning from active duty to civilian (or reserve) life.  Presentations and small group Q&A sessions are provided from Fleet & Family Support Center, the VA, and United Healthcare.  Topics covered include VA benefits, emotional support, education benefits, employment, healthcare, and finances. Childcare and refreshments provided!

Tuesday, October 14th 8:30 AM-12:30 PM
Location: Murphy Canyon Chapel (3200 Santo Rd, San Diego, CA 92124)

Click here for event flyer. 

Register here: http://bit.ly/spousetransition2

October 16: Joint Task Force Meeting

Our October Joint Task Force Meeting is Thursday, October 16th.  Feel free to come check out our 3 task forces who are working on initiatives to help military families make a successful transition from active duty to civilian life.

Here are the details:

Thursday, October 16th from 9:00am – 11:00am
United Way of San Diego
4699 Murphy Canyon Rd., San Diego, CA 92123
3rd Thursday of each month

Click here for the minutes from our September meeting. 

If you have any questions regarding the task forces, please contact Kat Brown at kbrown@saysandiego.org.

October 24: Central County Convening

Our October Central County convening is Friday, October 24. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In honor of this we will be hosting a Community Dialogue around “Child Abuse and Prevention”. The County of San Diego Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA), Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPCC), And Child Welfare Services (CWS) has partnered with Strategies and the San Diego Family Strengthening Network to bring Community Prevention dialogues to each of San Diego County’s regions.

Here are the details:

Friday, October 24 from 9:00am – 11:00am
United Way of San Diego
4699 Murphy Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA 92123
4th Friday of each month

Click here for the September Central County meeting minutes. 

October 25: Military Spouse Fall Bazaar 

Get an Early Start to Your Holiday Shopping and Support the San Diego Military Family Collaborative! The SDMFC is honored to be selected as the beneficiary of this fantastic event. 

Join us for a free event featuring products and services from some of America’s finest military spouses. There will be complimentary child care, mini makeovers, massages and the opportunity to win some amazing door prizes – including spa treatments, jewelry, skin care, and much more. 

Saturday, October 25th: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM 
San Diego Spine & Rehab
3772 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92058

Click here to download the flyer and learn more information.