Wellness Tip: Coming back from the holidays can be a little overwhelming, so make sure to find a few minutes for yourself to sit in silence and give your brain a chance to reset. This is your permission. | |
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BCHD awarded $1 million allcove Beach Cities Expansion Grant
What a way to start the new year! Beach Cities Health District (BCHD) was awarded $1,000,000 to expand allcove Beach Cities programs and services through the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC) for the California Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI) Round 4: Youth-Driven Programs.
This announcement brings the total grant monies awarded to BCHD for allcove Beach Cities to $10.3 million.
“We are extremely grateful to the Department of Health Care Services for their commitment to ‘walk the talk,’ and taking steps to deliver mental health services for young people,” said Tom Bakaly, Chief Executive Officer for BCHD. “In just 14 months, we have seen the positive impact allcove Beach Cities has made in our community through services and events designed for young people at the center.”
“Our team is grateful for the support of those officials who wrote letters on behalf of allcove Beach Cities, including Congressman Ted Lieu, State Senator Ben Allen, Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi, Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell and the South Bay Cities Council of Governments,” said Bakaly. “Their support, along with our service providers and Youth Advisory Group, has been critical to the successful launch of the allcove Beach Cities Center and its future.”
BCHD will break ground in 2024 on the permanent location for allcove Beach Cities as part of the Healthy Living Campus revitalization.
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Looking ahead with the clean slate feeling of this season, there is so much opportunity. Maybe it’s opportunity to stretch, grow, learn and expand. Or it may be an opportunity to slow down, find support, recalibrate, reset and rest. Or something in-between and altogether yours.
We are here to turn the page to chapter 2024 with you. Join us on January 11 for a new year vision board opportunity.
Here are some of the ways our youth advisors are looking forward to what’s yet to come.
“Don’t shy away from new adventures” – Alex D.
“To be happy with who I am” – Sophia R.
“Get more sleep.” – Colin C.
“My new year's resolution is to give 100% for everything. From friendships, to relationships, to schoolwork and extracurriculars.” – Brendan J.
“Be EMT certified or be enrolled in a training program.” – Kai L.
“My new year's resolution is to expand my social circle and tackle some of my biggest fears.” – Kylie C.H.
“Graduate high school with no regrets.” – Kaden S.
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The Diamond Street Bike & Pedestrian Path is now open! | |
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Beach Cities Health District (BCHD) welcomed the community to the Diamond Street Bike & Pedestrian Path Ribbon cutting. This event celebrated the completion of this portion of the South Bay Bicycle Master Plan as it is an important connector for residents in North Redondo, Torrance and the South Bay to safely access Redondo Union High School, the Pier and the great beaches in Redondo Beach!
Current and former allcove Beach Cities youth advisors, Yara E., Sophia R. and Rani C. were there to celebrate with their fellow community members and cut the ribbon.
Learn more about the bike path at bchd.org/bikepath.
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cove Happenings
If you’re catching up on homework, or just needing a break and a safe space to hang out, join us for events in the cove at allcove Beach Cities.
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new year vision board
Thursday, January 11
4:30 – 6 p.m.
Start your new year by creating your vision board! Use your creativity to illustrate your dreams, goals and aspirations.
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open producer showcase
Friday, January 12
5 – 7 p.m.
Calling all music producers! Come join our community listening party and share your original music! Any type of music is welcome. We will have a Bluetooth system that you can connect to your phone and a DJ deck to connect to via USB. Looking forward to hearing your music!
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life after covid-19 and the impact it’s had on you
Drop-in sessions:
Thursday, January 18, February 8 and 22, March 14 and 28
5 – 6:30 p.m.
How often do you stop to think if and how your life would be different if it weren’t for COVID-19 interrupting just about everything? Many of us do. Take time to join with us to share the good, the bad and maybe even the ugly of what you feel you experienced because of COVID-19. It might be changes in school, family, friends, plans, dreams, your mood, everyday living or even a sense of security. allcove Beach Cities is providing drop-in opportunities to get together with your peers to explore the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on your lives.
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teen Mental Health First Aid training
Session #1
Thursday, February 1, 2024
from 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Session #2
Thursday, February 8, 2024
from 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Session #3
Thursday, February 15, 2024
from 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Learn how to support a friend or classmate with the evidence-based teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) training. Be prepared to provide support for your peers as well as better cope with mental health challenges yourself. tMHFA teaches teens ages 15-18, how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges.
Each session is 90 minutes and taken consecutively. Certificate will be available upon completion of all three (3) 90-minute sessions. Space is limited. Register here
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clothing swap
Friday, February 9
Thursday, February 22
4:30 – 6 p.m.
Get rid of your old clothes and get some new magical threads. Upcycle your clothes and find a new thrifted favorite.
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valentines craft night
Tuesday, February 13
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Create your very own DIY stained glass valentine! Twist wire into the shape of your desire and dip the piece into resin for a stained glass effect. We will also have a valentine card making station. Treats will be provided.
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The Job Search Series*
Resume Building Workshop for High School & College Students
Thursday, February 15
4:30 – 6 p.m.
Learn how to prepare or improve your resume for the purpose of finding jobs, completing job applications and tracking your student activities for college applications. A Resume Toolkit will be provided.
Job and Volunteer Search Workshop
Thursday, February 22
4:30 – 6 p.m.
Learn strategies for finding jobs and volunteer opportunities for the purpose of developing your skills, exploring career opportunities and building your portfolio. A Job and Volunteer Search Toolkit will be provided.
*These sessions complement each other. It is desirable, but not required to attend both sessions.
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open performance night
Friday, February 16
5 – 7p.m.
Calling all performers! Come join our community listening party and share your original art with the audience. Any type of music is welcome!
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cycle and smoothies
Wednesday, February 28
4:30 – 6 p.m.
Celebrate American Heart Month with us and create your own smoothie on a blender bike!
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virtual families connected parent chat
Tuesday, February 13 at 10 a.m.
Monthly support group open to all South Bay parents and caregivers that provides a supportive space to share parenting challenges and successes. Zoom information here.
family support group
Wednesday, January 10 at 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Wednesday, February 14 at 5:30 – 7 p.m.
514 N. Prospect Ave. Redondo Beach, CA 90277, Lower Level – Redondo Room
A group of families helping other families who live with mental health challenges by utilizing their collective lived experiences and learned wisdom. RSVP
family to family support group
Thursday, January 18 – March 14 at 6:30 – 9 p.m.
514 N. Prospect Ave. Redondo Beach, CA 90277, Lower Level – Redondo Room
8-session educational program for family, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. It is a designated evidenced-based program. This means that research shows that the program significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person with a mental health condition. Must RSVP by January 11.
family coaching
Family coaching is available for parents/caregivers on how to build a strong and lasting relationship with their young person. Call (310) 374-5706 to make an appointment.
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allcove in the community: Event Recaps
Thank you to all our community and school partners for welcoming us to connect, learn and share with you and the young people and families you serve:
- Hermosa Beach City Council – Dec. 13
- El Segundo Middle School Wellness Fair – Dec. 18
| Photo taken at Hermosa Beach City Council on Dec. 13, 2023 | |
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allcove Beach Cities
Located at Beach Cities Health District
514 N. Prospect Ave. 4th floor
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Hours:
Tuesday - Friday 1 - 7p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
(310) 374-5706
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