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November 2022
As we move into this season of gratitude, we want to express our thanks for your continued dedication, participation, and contributions to making the CIE partner network successful. We couldn't do it without you!
 
We wish you all a happy, safe, healthy, and special holiday season for you and your families!

Karis, Alana, Tee, Rox, Nakisha, Angie, Joanna, Melissa, and Aidee
CELEBRATIONS AND OBSERVANCES
IN NOVEMBER
November is Native American Heritage Month

Native people are the first inhabitants of the Americas, including the lands that later became the United States of America.

Join us in paying tribute to the rich ancestry, culture, arts, and traditions of Native Americans during November: 
  • Learn more about Native American History.
  • Learn about the native land you live on. 
  • Learn how to acknowledge the native land you live on.
  • Read books by Native American Authors.
  • Learn how to 'Decolonize' your Thanksgiving dinner.
  • Visit a National Park to learn more about Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian history and heritage.
  • Listen to Indigenous Voices.
  • Support native-owned businesses and charities.

Visit the website below to learn more about Native American Heritage Month.
Veteran's Day
Veterans Day is a federal holiday in the United States, observed officially on November 11, regardless of the day of the week on which it falls. 

It is an important day to honor and show appreciation for ALL who have served in the United States military—in wartime or peacetime, living, or deceased.

Learn more about the history of Veteran's Day here.
Learn more about ways to express appreciation on Veterans Day here.

NEW CIE PARTNERS
Welcome to CIE, Charitable Adult Rides and Services
Welcome to CIE, Serene Health
NEW DIRECT REFERRAL SERVICES
Charitable Adult Rides and Services

Offers no-cost transportation services to low-income, older adults in qualifying zip codes within San Diego County.

Eligibility:
Low-income, over the age of 60 that live in a qualifying zip code.
Chicano Federation of San Diego County
Holiday Assistance Programs
During the holiday season, 211 San Diego connects the community to holiday assistance programs that help make the holidays possible for individuals and families that would otherwise not be able to celebrate.

To include your holiday assistance events in the next CIE newsletter and on the 211 San Diego database, please send details to the 2-1-1- San Diego Resource Team by email at resourcecenter@211sandiego.org. by December 10, 2022.
ROCK CHURCH
Community Thanksgiving Outreach
Saturday, November 19th
Time 11am - 1pm
Rock Church El Cajon

Rock Church El Cajon is hosting its 9th annual Community Thanksgiving feast. The event includes a traditional sit-down Thanksgiving meal, clothing, haircuts, prayer tents, a pet-sitting area, bike tune-ups, health screens, resources & kids' zone…all FREE! FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY!

They are searching for volunteers in the following areas:

  • Community Resource
  • Set-up event
  • Prayer Team
  • Clothing Area
  • Kids Zone
  • Hair Stylist
  • Pet Sitting
  • Security Area
  • Bike Repair
  • Tear-down event
  • Volunteer check-in Team

Please click on the links below for more information, to register as a volunteer, or to donate to the cause.
A POSITIVE CHOICE
Share the Warmth
A Positive Choice Resource & Referral Service partnered with We Support U on an initiative "Share the Warmth" by wrapping men, women, and children with warm, cozy blankets and coats during the winter season.

In order to make a difference, they rely on the support of generous individuals and businesses in our community. They are seeking donations from individuals and partners across our community.

To donate to their Blanket and Coat Drive, please contact Maurice Borders at (619)737-0152. You may also contribute by mailing a check and/or merchandise to 7614 Lemon Ave Ste. C Lemon Grove CA 91945. See the flyer for additional information.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
New CIE San Diego Team Members
Joanna Oboza, Senior Manager of Care Coordination
Hello! My name is Joanna, and I just surpassed my 6-year anniversary at 2-1-1 this month! I was previously overseeing our specialized teams at 2-1-1, Health Navigation, and Housing Navigation. 


Previous to 2-1-1, I worked in refugee resettlement and got my masters in Medical Anthropology.
Within the CIE team, I will be supporting some of our health-related work and the CalAIM initiative, and I am looking forward to working with our wonderful CIE partners!
Melissa Davis, CIE Network Specialist

Greetings! My name is Melissa Davis​
I have been a part of the 211 organization since February 2021. ​
I was previously in the 211 call center working lines for:​
  • CalEITC tax line​
  • HSAP: Housing stability assistance program​
  • First 5: Child growth ​
  • Housing First: working for those at risk for or affected by homelessness. ​
I am very thrilled and grateful for this next journey and for learning a new important part of the 211 structure. It’s a pleasure being here and I look forward to meeting everyone. ​
CIE Impact Survey
We Need Your Feedback

Your feedback is important to us! We want your insights on how the Community Information Exchange (CIE) impacts your work.

Please complete the following CIE Impact survey!

Your participation in this brief survey is voluntary. It will take less than 10 minutes to complete.

If you have any questions about this survey or have difficulty accessing the site, please reach out to our CIE team.  
CIE Monthly Orientation
Why join?
This meeting is for new and current CIE partners who may need some support with engaging and navigating CIE.
CIE partners who have new staff this is a great way for new team members to learn more about CIE.

Topics Discussed:
What is CIE?
Roles & Responsibilities
CIE Partner Network
Ways to Engage in CIE
Uses of CIE
Getting Started
Implementation
Next Steps
Monthly 
Second Tuesday from 9:30–10:30 am

Meeting Dates:
Dec. 13, 2022


CIE Monthly Office Hours

Reach out to the CIE Helpdesk to schedule a training session for you and your team.
RESOURCE UPDATES
New Improvements to the
Annual Update Process

Thank you for listing your agency and program(s) in the 211 San Diego/Imperial County Resource Database. We appreciate you! 

Providing accurate referrals would not be possible without your commitment to providing us with the most up-to-date information.

211 San Diego recently made several new improvements to the partner community to automate the annual update process. These are not major updates but we hope they enhance your user experience. 
 
To learn about the new features and improvements. Check out this guide or sign in.

If you need a password reset or would like to leave a message for our team at any point in this process, call 858-300-1200, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm PST, or email us at resourcecenter@211sandiego.org.  
 
UPCOMING MEETINGS
CIE Partner Gathering

The CIE Partner Network works to improve the overall service delivery system for clients. Our meeting provides a forum for partners to share updates about ongoing CIE Initiatives, share trends in our community, and collaborate on how we as a network are leveraging our partnership, data sharing, and the CIE technology platform to address the social determinants of health and increase health equity.

Join us for a range of content. Each month, we may dive into the latest technology projects, elicit feedback on the platform’s care coordination tools, or spotlight programs and supports for unique populations. The partner gathering is a space to engage with peers across our shared network. Join us on the 4th Thursday of every month (except November and December) at 9:00 am via zoom.


The next CIE Partner gathering is on January 26, 2023, at 9 am.
No meeting in November or December
OTHER EVENTS
CIE NETWORK: 127 PARTNERS
JOB OPPORTUNITIES OFFERED BY
CIE NETWORK PARTNERS
211 San Diego is Hiring!
Alpha Project for the Homeless is Hiring!
See all opportunities here.

To apply and see other opportunities, click here.
International Rescue Committee is Hiring!
See all opportunities here.

Click on each to see the description.
San Diego Workforce Partnership is Hiring!
See all opportunities here.

Click on each to see the description.
To include your positions in our next newsletter, please email aroman@211sandiego.org by
November 10, 2022.

We look forward to sharing your opportunities!
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